“Hayley and STW have been a great asset to our company and have assisted us with their knowledge and professionalism.”
Fast, Reliable Visual Inspection Services

Visual Inspection is a non-destructive testing method that relies on the skill and experience of a qualified technician to assess welds, components, and structures. It compares surface condition against specified acceptance criteria to identify defects, discontinuities, and workmanship issues. Visual Inspection can help you:
Visual Inspection can also be used to confirm that manufactured components meet drawing dimensions and required standards, helping businesses maintain quality and giving clients confidence in their finished products.
Visual Inspection can provide valuable information if you need to:
• Identify surface defects or discontinuities in a weld or component
• Verify weld quality and workmanship
• Confirm compliance with project specifications
• Assess components against acceptance criteria
• Verify dimensions against engineering drawings
• Support quality control and inspection processes
• Gain confidence that work has been completed to the required standard
If you are unsure whether Visual Inspection is the most suitable approach for your project, our team will be happy to discuss your requirements.
TO DISCUSS YOUR VISUAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) uses boroscopes and endoscopes to access hard‑to‑reach areas without disassembly, reducing disruption and costs. As a non‑destructive method, it preserves component integrity so equipment can remain in service after inspection.
Benefits of Remote Visual Inspection include:
• Access to otherwise inaccessible areas
• Reduced need for disassembly
• Minimal disruption to operations
• Cost-effective inspection of complex components
• Reliable visual assessment without damaging the component
Choosing the right inspection partner can help ensure quality, compliance, and confidence throughout your project.
• More than a decade of industry experience
• Professional Visual and Remote Visual Inspection services
• Short-notice mobilisation where required
• Same-day responses to enquiries
• ISO 9001 certified and Constructionline approved
• Access to a broad range of NDT expertise
• Support from experienced Responsible Welding Co-Ordinators (RWCs)
TO DISCUSS YOUR VISUAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

• Welding procedure and welder qualification support
• Assistance with Factory Production Control, UKCA, and ISO 9001 requirements
• Responsible Welding Co-Ordinators for qualification and requalification
• Consultancy on new welding procedures
• Visual Inspection training for welders
• Access to destructive testing via S.T & W Laboratories
“Hayley and STW have been a great asset to our company and have assisted us with their knowledge and professionalism.”
“Great service, friendly, helpful and accommodating.”
“ST&W Inspections are a very reliable supplier of ours. They are quick to support us at with any inspections that we require sometimes on a short turnaround. This includes completing paperwork that we require to give to our clients and also if an inspection is required on site, they are always reliable to be able to meet our demands. Also, their knowledge of the industry is massive support to us when we require information when we might not have the answers.“
“It is genuinely a pleasure doing business with you and I look forward to continuing the relationship and using your services“
Alongside Visual Inspection, S.T & W Inspections provides a range of additional NDT services, including:






Our broad service offering enables clients to access multiple inspection methods through a single trusted provider.
Whether you need Visual Inspection, Remote Visual Inspection, welding support services, or wider
NDT expertise, our experienced team is ready to help.
To enquire about our Visual Inspection services or discuss your project requirements, contact our team today.