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Power Generation Services

Reliable Inspection Solutions for Power Facilities

We understand the unique challenges of power generation facilities—and deliver tailored inspection and NDT services that support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Power generation assets operate under demanding conditions where performance, compliance, and uptime are critical. Our team provides advanced inspection solutions across fossil fuel, nuclear, and conventional power systems—helping detect issues early, reduce downtime, and extend the life of critical equipment.

Extending the life of your infrastructure assets is our goal. We provide broad range of innovative nondestructive testing services for critical power plant components. Our experienced inspectors are trained and certified to work on turbines, generators and balance of plant equipment across nuclear, gas, fossil and hydro power plants.

Comprehensive Inspection Capabilities

XCEL delivers a full range of inspection services tailored to the unique challenges of power generation environments. Our experienced technicians use proven and advanced NDT methods to evaluate critical components such as turbines, boilers, piping systems, and pressure vessels.
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Our capabilities include:

  • Ultrasonic testing (UT), including advanced methods like PAUT and AUT
  • Radiographic and digital imaging inspection
  • Visual and remote visual inspection (RVI)
  • Corrosion detection and monitoring
  • Inspection support for planned outages and maintenance events

These solutions are designed to identify defects early, improve maintenance planning, and support long-term asset integrity.

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Advanced Technology for Critical Assets

Power generation assets require precise, reliable inspection technologies to ensure safe and efficient operation. XCEL utilizes advanced NDT methods to evaluate complex systems and hard-to-access areas, delivering accurate data you can trust.
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From turbines and heat exchangers to piping and structural components, our inspection solutions provide the insight needed to make informed decisions and avoid costly failures. Advanced NDT technologies enable early detection of defects, helping prevent downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

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Reducing Risk. Improving Performance.

By combining experienced personnel with advanced inspection technologies, XCEL helps power generation facilities improve reliability, safety, and long-term performance.
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  • Reduce unplanned outages and downtime
  • Improve safety and regulatory compliance
  • Extend the life of critical assets
  • Optimize maintenance and inspection programs
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Development Projects

Development projects focused on advancing NDE technologies, remote visual inspection, and custom-engineered solutions to improve detection accuracy, efficiency, and asset reliability across industries.
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  • DNV Project – PAUT, TFM/FMC
  • PRCI Projects – NDE, SCC, Laser
  • EPRI Remote Detection & Sizing
  • Creaform HandyScan Adoption
  • Eddyfi Spyne & Sharck Adoption
  • Material Verification Technologies
  • Wind Blade Ultrasonic Solutions
  • Ring Gear PAUT Custom Patent
  • Dove Tail ECA Custom Patent
  • BIKE & TECA Weld Test Solution
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Gas & Steam Turbines

XCEL provides specialized NDT services for gas and steam turbines, supporting inspection, maintenance, and reliability of critical rotating and stationary components.
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  • MT Testing – Rotors / Dovetails / Diaphragms / Casings
  • UT Testing – Bearings / Studs / Bolts / Pins
  • PT Testing – Valves / Tie Wires / Strainers / Compressor Blades / Stators / Buckets
  • ET Testing – Condensers / Chillers
  • Replication – Blades / Buckets
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Balance of Plant

XCEL delivers comprehensive inspection services across balance-of-plant systems to support reliability, performance, and long-term asset integrity.
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  • Boiler tube thickness surveys
  • Power piping examinations
  • Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) inspections
  • Repair and retrofit inspections
  • Storage tank and pressure vessel inspections
  • Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS)
  • 3D inspections and part-to-CAD modeling
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Remote Visual Inspection (RVI)

XCEL provides advanced remote visual inspection (RVI) services to assess confined and complex environments, delivering high-resolution visual data without disassembly or operational disruption.
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Our RVI capabilities support detailed inspections within gas turbine spaces and other critical power generation assets, including evaluation of gas and steam components for wear, damage, and defects. This approach improves safety, reduces downtime, and enables accurate condition assessments in areas that are otherwise difficult to access.

  • Gas Turbine Space Inspections
  • Remote Visual Inspection of Gas & Steam Components
  • RVI Screening & Mapping Services
  • Push Cameras and Borescopes
  • Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Camera Systems
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Robotics

XCEL deploys advanced robotic inspection solutions to safely access hazardous and hard-to-reach areas while improving data quality and operational efficiency.
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  • FME & Loose Parts Retrieval Experts
  • Drone-Based Inspections
  • Multi-Modal Crawler Platforms
  • Integrated Robotic Solutions
  • Custom Robotic Solutions
  • Aging Management Program (AMP) Solutions
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Renewables

XCEL supports renewable energy assets with advanced inspection services designed to ensure structural integrity, performance, and long-term reliability.
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  • Multi-modal blade inspections
  • Structural weld inspections
  • Advanced PAUT and TOFD capabilities
  • Remote inspection options
  • Onshore and offshore inspection support
  • Rotating equipment inspections
  • Rope access inspections
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Why choose XCEL?

  • Impeccable Safety Record
  • ASME Nuclear Quality Assurance (NQA-1) Certification
  • (20+) Core Group of ASNT Level II Technicians Trained/Qualified in Turbine Specific Procedures developed from applicable OEM Process Instructions (10+ years experience)
  • (8) 10K Amp Mag Unit Kits routinely used in supporting Nuclear and Fossil Fuel outages domestically and internationally.

Industries We Support

Industry ExperienceApplication Experience
Fossil Power GenerationSteam Turbine Cleanout/Closeout
Nuclear Power GenerationGas Turbines
Hydro & Pump Storage Power GenerationPrimary & Secondary Nuclear Loop
Wind Power GenerationBoilers, HRSGs
Upstream Oil & Gas- OffshoreCondensers, Heat Exchangers
Midstream Oil & GasValves, Pumps
Downstream Oil & GasGenerators
LNG/FLNGGear Boxes
PetrochemicalWind Turbines Blades
PharmaceuticalPropulsion Reduction Gears
Pulp & PaperTanks, Vessels, Voids
ManufacturingIso Phase Bus Ducts
MarinePiping, Tubing, Ducting Systems

Partner with XCEL

When it comes to power generation, there is no margin for error. XCEL delivers the expertise, technology, and responsiveness needed to keep your facilities operating safely and efficiently.

Contact XCEL today to discuss your project.

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