Inquiry: Hi, we want to start adding an API 6D monogram to our ball valves. Please let me know what is needed to get an API monogram and the estimated cost. Thanks. M.M. Response: Thanks for contacting Aston Technical Consulting Services. It’s important to know that the first step toward obtaining an API 6D product monogram license is to ensure your company has an established quality management system that meets API Q1 requirements. For general information regarding the estimated costs and timing required to obtain an API 6D product monogram, please email us at quality@astontechconsult.com. I hope this helps. (more…)Inquiry:  My question is regarding application of the API monogram. Our company is an API 6A licensee. We manufacture valves and other related equipment at our facilities here in the USA and overseas.  During a recent re-certification audit, the Auditor told us that we could not monogram valves if they had been disassembled and reassembled. These are new valves, so why is this even a concern, especially since the valves were manufactured at our overseas facility that is also API 6A licensed?  I Look forward to your reply. Reply:  Thanks for submitting this question to us.  In my opinion, the (more…)

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