J.Edward Cantwell J.Edward CantwellMaterials/Corrosion Consultant
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-1959
Registered Professional Engineer, Texas #27291 since 1968
Registered Corrosion Specialist, National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE International), member since 1960
American Society for Metals, member since 1960
Company Representative for American Petroleum Institute, refining division, subcommittees: corrosion - materials and inspection since 1968, chairman of Hydrogen Attack Task Group. Currently member of designers, contractors group.
Author of several published papers on refinery - petrochemical industry material problems
Active in the Materials Properties Council
Awarded Resolution of Appreciation and Technical Achievement by both the American Petroleum Institute and National Association of Corrosion Engineers for service to the petroleum industry
34 years with Texaco and Caltex, retired 8 years, consulting part time; providing expertise in materials selection, metallurgy, fabrication, corrosion control, inspection, and failure analysis to worldwide refining - petrochemical systems. Conducted inspection reviews including in-depth materials evaluation of equipment with the focus on overall plant safety and reliability. Conducted detailed inspection - materials training courses for multinational inspection engineers. Extensive experience with materials selection on grassroots and plant expansion projects working with contractors, fabricators, and client organizations.