SERVICES

WHAT WE DO

PERSONALISED, SPECIALISED ENGINEERING SERVICES

RFC Eng provides a comprehensive range and combination of project management, project design execution services to numerous industries across the multidisciplinary engineering sectors. RFC Eng will undertake any combination of these services. Whatever the client’s requirements, the emphasis remains on maintaining technical excellence and applying fit-for-purpose technological solutions.

We specialise in Non-Metallic and Metallic Detailed Design & Drawings of Process Equipment, Pressure Vessels, Storage Tanks, Heat Exchangers, Pressure Piping (Metallic, GRP, FRP & Thermoplastic), Steel Structures, Factory’s & Warehousing. Finite Element Analysis, Piping Flexibility (Caesar II), Structural Steelwork (Design & Shop dwgs), Supervision, Consulting, Documentation Reviews, and Compliance of Equipment (Pressure & Process Vessels, Piping, Storage tanks & Buildings iaw the OSH Act, PER, SANS 347).

MECHANICAL

  • Metallic, GRP, FRP & Thermoplastic
  • Process Equipment, Pressure Vessels, Storage Tanks, Heat Exchangers, Columns and Stacks
  • Design Calculations, Fabrication Drawings and Professional Engineering sign off
  • ASME VIII DIV 1, 2 & 3, ASME I, ASME PCC-1, ASME RTP-1, ASTM D 3299, EN 13445, PD 5500, AD Merkblatt AD 2000, API 650, API 620, API 653, EN 14015, EN 1991-4, EN 1993-4, BS 4994:1987, BS EN 13445-3, EN 13121-3, DVS 2205, DVS 2210, ADR Vol 1 & 2 etc
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PIPING

  • Metallic, GRP, FRP & Thermoplastic
  • Pressure Piping, Process Piping, Flow lines and Ducting. Line Classes, Pipe Supports
  • Design Calculations, Fabrication Drawings and Professional Engineering sign off
  • ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME PCC-2, ASTM D 2996, EN 13480, ISO 14692, BS 7159:1989, BS 6464:1984, ISO 24817, SANS 1748 etc

STRUCTURAL STEEL

  • Brown and Greenfield; Steel Structures, Process Plants, Factory’s, Warehousing, Pipe and Vessel Supports, Vibration Reviews, Upgrades, As-Builds, Recertification, Fitness for Service and Feasibility Studies
  • Design Calculations, Fabrication and Shop drawings, Shop detailing and and Professional Engineering sign off
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CIVILS

  • Process Plants, Factory’s & Warehousing
  • Bases, Plinths, Retaining Walls, Slabs, Upgrades, As-Builds, Recertification, Fitness for Service and Feasibility Studies
  • Design Calculations, Civil drawings, Re-Bar Schedules and Professional Engineering sign off

FEAs & PIPING FLEXIBILITY

  • Finite Element Analysis, Piping Flexibility (Caesar II), Code Compliance, Bellow Design, Nozzle Loads, Pipe, Plinth and Support Loads
  • Design Calculations, Fabrication Drawings and Professional Engineering sign off
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RECERTIFICATION & LEGAL COMPLIANCE

Ensuring strict adherence to engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry-specific codes is essential for maintaining comprehensive legal and operational compliance.

 

RFC ENG provides end-to-end audits and develops all necessary statutory and mandatory documentation to certify that your plant meets compliance standards and remains fit for service.
  1. Mechanical Equipment, Pressure & Process Vessels, Piping, Storage Tanks, and Buildings: Compliance with the OSH Act, PER, SANS 347, ASME, EN, API 650, API 620, API 653, API 579, ASME PCC-2, and ASME PCC-3 standards.
  2. Engineering Services: Comprehensive design calculations, fabrication drawings, and professional engineering approvals.
  3. Advanced Assessments: 3D scanning, non-destructive testing (NDT), and on-site measurements for accurate evaluations and reporting.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

RFC Engineering offers a full spectrum of project management and engineering solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our services begin with thorough feasibility studies, where we analyze technical and economic factors to ensure the viability of your project. From there, we deliver detailed engineering designs that align with industry standards and client specifications.

Our expertise spans tendering and procurement, where we facilitate transparent and competitive processes to secure the best value for your project. We oversee fabrication and installation phases, ensuring precision and adherence to timelines. Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) are integral to our process, ensuring all components meet rigorous safety and performance criteria.

We excel in supply and installation, providing high-quality materials and expert implementation to ensure seamless integration into your project. Our tendering and procurement services secure the best value, while our oversight during fabrication and installation guarantees strict adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) are at the heart of our process, ensuring every component meets stringent safety and performance standards. Finally, our commissioning services ensure all systems are operational and compliant with regulatory and performance requirements.

Finally, our commissioning services bring your project to life, ensuring systems are fully operational and meet all regulatory and performance requirements. At RFC Engineering, we are dedicated to managing every aspect of your project with professionalism, technical excellence, and a focus on delivering exceptional results.
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NDT - UT SCANNING & FITNESS FOR SERVICE

Non-destructive testing (NDT) is essential for assessing the condition, integrity, and fitness-for-service of fiberglass vessels and piping systems without causing damage. This approach employs various techniques, including ultrasonic testing (UT), visual inspections, radiography, and other advanced methods, to detect flaws, defects, or structural irregularities.

Ultrasonic testing, in particular, is a valuable NDT method for fiberglass materials. It enables precise measurement of wall thickness, identification of delamination, and detection of hidden voids or cracks within the structure. UT scanning provides critical insights into the internal condition of fiberglass components, which are not readily visible through other techniques.

 

In the context of fiberglass vessels and piping, NDT techniques are used to evaluate material properties, identify potential weaknesses or damages, and assess the overall structural health. This process ensures compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and determines whether these components are suitable for continued operation.

 

Fitness-for-service assessments involve a comprehensive evaluation of structural integrity, accounting for factors such as corrosion, fatigue, and environmental degradation. Through the application of NDT techniques like UT scanning, engineers and inspectors can accurately determine the remaining service life of fiberglass vessels and piping. This enables informed decisions regarding repair, maintenance, or replacement strategies.

 

In summary, the use of NDT, particularly ultrasonic testing, is integral to the safe operation of fiberglass vessels and piping systems. It minimizes downtime, optimizes reliability, and extends the longevity of these critical components in various industrial applications.

OTHER SERVICES

  • Supervision
  • Consulting
  • Documentation Reviews
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Failure Studies
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Lining systems
  • 3D Laser Scanning

ENGINEERING SOFTWARE USED

  • Intergraph PV Elite
  • Intergraph Caesar II
  • Intergraph Tank
  • Intergraph Nozzle Pro
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Inventor / Nastran - FEA
  • Autodesk AutoCAD Revit
  • Autodesk Advance Steel
  • Autodesk Navisworks
  • Autodesk Plant 3D
  • Solidworks - FEA
  • Strand 7 - FEA

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RFC Eng provides a comprehensive range and combination of project management, project design execution services to numerous industries across the multidisciplinary engineering sectors.

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