MPA - University of Stuttgart, Materials Testing Institute
MSc in Mechanical Engineering with the specialization in applicative IT and industrial management, PhD in application of data mining techniques on material behavior modelling for high temperature components.
More than 25 years of work in research and industrial projects, as well as training activities especially in risk- based inspections for power plants and gas and refining industry. Participated or led more than 20 EU funded projects and participated in a number of national projects in the area of material research and education abroad.
In these projects, a vast understanding and knowledge about materials, material degradation mechanisms, inspection methods, and risks has been accumulated. Project and risk management skills are proven in numerous projects in more than 20 years of project coordination and co-coordination.
In the area of Asset Integrity and RBI, he is active for more than 23 years, starting with participation in the key EU project in the area – RIMAP (Risk based inspection and maintenance procedures for European industry) – work in development and implementation of RBI approach for power plants, work in CEN CWA 15740 (standardization initiative for RBI in Europe), developed and implemented tools for RBI assessment of refining equipment in various projects. Lead in RBI and asset integrity projects in Kuwait and Qatar.
Participation and lead in the implementation project of RBI for NIS Serbia, EnBW Germany, as well as MOL Hungary, INA Croatia, ESKOM South Africa, QatarEnergy Qatar, SINOPEC China, KNPC Kuwait, OMV Petrom Romania, Lukoil Romania and many others. Teaching RBI techniques and holding courses in RBI for petrochemical and power industry since 2005, with successful courses delivered in Germany, the Netherlands, Serbia, Romania, China, Vietnam, Myanmar, Egypt, Turkey, and Malaysia.
Events/Masterclasses Dr. Daniel Balos is currently speaking at
Energy
ASME B31.3 Process Piping
10 – 13 March 2025
Online Live Stream | 8:45 – 17:00 CET
This comprehensive four-day course delves into the intricacies of the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code, equipping participants with a profound understanding of the standards that govern the design, materials, fabrication, installation, inspection, and testing of process piping systems.
This 5-days advanced course provides guidance for conducting FFS assessments using methodologies as covered in the de-facto industry standard API 579/ASME FFS-1, applicable to the pressurized equipment.
Hydrogen Storage, Material Issues and Inspection Techniques
18 – 20 February 2025
Online Live Stream | 9:00 – 13:30 CET
This course provides an in-depth exploration of hydrogen storage systems, focusing on material selection, degradation mechanisms, and inspection techniques.
This course will provide inspectors and analysts with advanced knowledge and skills in Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) based on the framework defined in API RP 580 and an in-depth understanding of the calculations performed according to the API RP 581 for fixed equipment and piping.
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MPA - University of Stuttgart, Materials Testing Institute
MSc in Mechanical Engineering with the specialization in applicative IT and industrial management, PhD in application of data mining techniques on material behavior modelling for high temperature components.
More than 25 years of work in research and industrial projects, as well as training activities especially in risk- based inspections for power plants and gas and refining industry. Participated or led more than 20 EU funded projects and participated in a number of national projects in the area of material research and education abroad.
In these projects, a vast understanding and knowledge about materials, material degradation mechanisms, inspection methods, and risks has been accumulated. Project and risk management skills are proven in numerous projects in more than 20 years of project coordination and co-coordination.
In the area of Asset Integrity and RBI, he is active for more than 23 years, starting with participation in the key EU project in the area – RIMAP (Risk based inspection and maintenance procedures for European industry) – work in development and implementation of RBI approach for power plants, work in CEN CWA 15740 (standardization initiative for RBI in Europe), developed and implemented tools for RBI assessment of refining equipment in various projects. Lead in RBI and asset integrity projects in Kuwait and Qatar.
Participation and lead in the implementation project of RBI for NIS Serbia, EnBW Germany, as well as MOL Hungary, INA Croatia, ESKOM South Africa, QatarEnergy Qatar, SINOPEC China, KNPC Kuwait, OMV Petrom Romania, Lukoil Romania and many others. Teaching RBI techniques and holding courses in RBI for petrochemical and power industry since 2005, with successful courses delivered in Germany, the Netherlands, Serbia, Romania, China, Vietnam, Myanmar, Egypt, Turkey, and Malaysia.
