FRP Knowledge Centre
UTComp is a global leader in innovation for advanced fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites non-destructive evaluation and engineering. As FRP subject matter experts, we are pleased to bring you the latest information and research in this rapidly growing and evolving industry:
Case Studies
Technical Papers
Free FRP Assessment Guidebook
FRP Blog
Conferences
Industry Education & Training
UTComp provides customized training and coaching on non-destructive testing and evaluation of FRP composite assets.
API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 Update
Get the latest on the development of a new part for API 579-1 / ASME-FFS-1 for assessment of in-service FRP composite assets.
Case Studies
Case Study: Phosphoric Acid Plant Pipeline
Case Study: FRP PipeNon-destructive evaluation of FRP piping system at phosphoric acid plantProject managers planning the expansion of a large phosphoric acid plant in the Middle East engaged UTComp to assess the condition of existing FRP pipeline systems at the...
FRP Wrap Inspection
UltraAnalytix NDT quickly and accurately measures the thickness of FRP wrap and the quality of the bond on corroding steel pipes at a major petrochemical facility.
Hydrochloric acid (HCL) service case study
Evaluation of FRP tank used for HCl service to assess the condition of the tank, recommend repairs and provide structural data on the repaired tank.
Technical Papers
40 years of failure analysis of polymeric composite materials
UTComp founder Geoff Clarkson and forensic engineering expert Daniel Couture explore the development of mathematical models to predict the condition and behaviour of polymeric composites in a new paper published by the Journal of the National Academy of Forensic...
WRC Bulletin 601: Fitness-for-Service Assessment of FRP Equipment
A Welding Research Council (WRC) Bulletin by UTComp founder and Chief Technical Officer Geoff Clarkson addresses the gap in inspection standards for in-service fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) assets. WRC Bulletin 601 — “Assessment of Existing Fiber Reinforced...
FRP Blog
40 years of failure analysis of polymeric composite materials
UTComp founder Geoff Clarkson and forensic engineering expert Daniel Couture explore the development of mathematical models to predict the condition and behaviour of polymeric composites in a new paper published by the Journal of the National Academy of Forensic...
UTComp to present paper on FRP Remaining Strength Factor at PVP 2026
UTComp engineering analyst Karelle Guiao and CTO Geoff Clarkson will present a paper at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ (ASME) Pressure Vessels and Piping conference, PVP 2026, on the value of FRP Remaining Strength Factor calculation. This marks the...
Conferences
AIChe Spring Meeting 2025
The UTComp team joins industry experts and thought leaders at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) 2025 Spring Meeting and 21st Global Congress on Process Safety in Dallas April 6-10, 2025. Ashland case study Ray Vermillion, Asset Integrity &...
API 2024 Summit presentations by UTComp
The UTComp team joined industry experts and thought leaders at the American Petroleum Institute (API) 2024 Inspection and Mechanical Integrity Summit, January 23-25 in San Antonio, Texas. Technical sessions: FRP damage mechanisms and practical inspection techniques...
