Arctic Directory: Acuren acquires tank inspection firm Extech LLC

Acuren Inspection Inc. said Aug. 31 that it has acquired Extech LLC, a leading provider of corrosion control services and water tank inspections to municipalities, petrochemical and power generation industries throughout North America. Acuren is the largest provider of nondestructive testing, inspection and engineering services in North America. Extech provides inspection of water tanks and petroleum product storage tanks and is a pioneer in the use of robotic inspection equipment. Both companies serve major corporations in the petrochemical, refinery, pipeline, pulp and paper, power generation, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. “We are very excited to make Extech part of our Acuren organization. Extech is a highly respected inspection firm with a combination of highly trained staff and specialized capital equipment,” said Peter Scannell, president of Rockwood Service Corp. “Extech brings a unique service that is entirely complementary to the needs of Acuren’s clients and the skills of Acuren’s personnel.” Extech will operate under the Acuren brand, and all employees of Extech will continue in their current positions. Acuren and Extech are part of the Rockwood Service Corp., a leader in inspection and testing, operating in more than 20 countries with more than 100 offices throughout the world.