Sutro Group
Case Studies
Discover how our advanced methodologies and cutting-edge technology help clients maintain operational excellence and achieve significant cost savings. Each study provides insights into project challenges, our unique approaches, and the benefits delivered.
Explore our case studies to see why Sutro Group is a trusted partner in maintaining the integrity of critical infrastructure.
Sutro Group was commissioned by B&W Vølund to perform a range of inspection and maintenance services at the Margam Green Energy Plant in Port Talbot, Wales.
Services required:
- sUAS (small Unmanned Aerial Systems) technology
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Visual Testing
- Asset Integrity NDT
- Flue Gas Stack Repair
- Confined Space Rescue
Sutro Group was engaged by SUEZ to carry out complex confined space cleaning operations at Eco Park Surrey’s Energy from Waste Power Station. The tasks involved the removal of hazardous ash buildup within the main gasifier and the thorough cleaning of the Lime Scrubber Vessel—both crucial to maintaining the safety and functionality of the plant.
Services required:
- Advanced Rope Access
- Complex Confined Space Cleaning
- Hazardous Ash Buildup Removal
- Lime Scrubber Vessel Cleaning
Sutro Group utilised rope access and confined space operations to efficiently clean and inspect a nickel decomposition vessel for Vale, resulting in significant cost savings, time efficiency, and improved safety.
Services required:
- Confined Space Operations and Planning
- Rope Access Cleaning
- Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (UTM) Inspection
- Detailed Reporting and Compliance
Sutro Group utilised innovative access solutions, including aid climbing and beam clamps, to complete a chain block installation at an Energy from Waste Facility, achieving significant time, cost, and safety improvements.
Services required:
- Planning and Risk Assessments
- Aid Climbing with Beam Clamps
- Chain Block Installation
- Safety Checks and Assurance
Sutro Group was commissioned to perform a drone inspection at Sutton Bridge Power Station, an 819 MW gas-fired power station in Lincolnshire, UK. The inspection was carried out in accordance with European Standard BS EN 13018, which specifies the principles for both direct and remote visual testing to determine product compliance with specified requirements.
Services required:
- Planning and Risk Assessments
- Drone Inspection (DJI Matrice 30T)
- Visual Testing in Compliance with BS EN 13018
- Safety Checks and Assurance
At Sutro Group, we are committed to delivering services that uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. Our recent project involved a comprehensive Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Thickness Stack Inspection.
Services required:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Thickness Inspection
- Structural Integrity Assessment
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Equipment Restoration
Sutro Group was engaged to conduct a comprehensive maintenance project on the structural steel components of a large industrial facility.
Services required:
- Rope Access
- MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) Operations
- Structural Steel Prep and Painting
- Confined Space Rescue
