01. DATA — Capture with Digital Precision

See it. Record it. Trust it.

Getting a clear, real-time picture of your asset starts here. SAM™ gives inspectors a simple way to capture every detail accurately — with readings, photos and notes logged instantly into one secure system. No paper, no re-typing, no lost context.

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Practical features trusted by organisations such as Altrad, Babcock, BAE, BP, Bilfinger, Severfield and Shell.

Behind every inspection sits a data structure built by inspectors, for inspectors. Each project begins by setting an Intervention Level using recognised RE/RI scales or your own risk profile.

Targeted scope
SAM filters existing records by this level, generating a focused scope for the next campaign.

Live capture
That scope goes to contractors, who capture results directly in SAM — keeping planned and actual aligned.

Built-in continuity
Each inspection point is linked to drawings, zones or corrosion loops, so future work builds on verified history.

The Data phase doesn’t just collect information — it sets the foundation for the entire Continuous Improvement Cycle.

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

  • Accuracy: Automated capture removes transcription errors.
  • Speed: Inspectors complete reports in minutes.
  • Traceability: Photos and tags create a clear audit trail.
  • Consistency: Templates ensure everyone records the same data.
  • Confidence: Dashboards reveal progress and priorities instantly.

“SAM isn’t just for coatings. Our NDT Suite captures Visual, Eddy Current, UT and MPI results directly in the app, with no manual uploads. Each test links to the right asset and creates clear, actionable records, making NDT seamless in your workflow.”

Sean Truesdale
Surface Founder and CEO

Practical features trusted by organisations such as Altrad, Babcock, BAE, BP, Bilfinger, Severfield and Shell.

Tablet-optimised interface: Inspectors record coating, PFP, insulation or NDT data using clean, simple digital forms.

Offline first: Data can be captured anywhere, even with no signal, and syncs as soon as you're back online.

Bluetooth: SAM pairs with Elcometer, Defelsko, and other Bluetooth tools, sending readings straight into reports and eliminating manual entry.

Instant visuals: Photos are added with one tap and placed straight into the right report section.

Smart validation: Built-in checks guide inspectors to enter complete, compliant data.

Data Consolidation: Capture readings, photos, and notes instantly in one secure system.

THE SAM™ CONTINUOUS
IMPROVEMENT CYCLE

Expert Insight.

Digital Precision.

Continuous Improvement.

For us, improvement isn’t a slogan – it’s how we work. The SAM™ CI Cycle combines our two biggest strengths, real-world expertise and smart digital tools, into a simple, repeatable process. It turns inspections from one-off tasks into a learning loop that helps your assets, your team and your bottom line keep getting better.

DIGITAL PRECISION.
REAL RESULTS.

SAM™ is our digital platform that simplifies inspection management. Instead of juggling clipboards, photos, and spreadsheets, it puts everything in one place - from coating and NDT data to reports, actions, and analytics.

Used by major operators and engineering firms worldwide, SAM gives you a single source of truth for your inspection work and helps teams make faster, smarter decisions.

One secure hub: All inspection data, photos, and reports in one place – no more scattered files.

Simple digital capture: Record measurements and photos on a tablet (even offline) with timestamps/GPS.

Instant reporting: Generate clear, consistent reports and dashboards in seconds.

Smart data: Spot trends early and plan ahead with built-in analytics and forecasting tools.

Actions made easy: Create, assign, and track corrective tasks with full visibility and real-time collaboration.

Flexible and secure: Configurable workflows backed by encrypted, compliant, role-based access.

REAL RESULTS ACROSS INDUSTRIES

Surface and SAM™ support teams across energy, infrastructure and industry, giving them clearer information, stronger control and a simpler way to manage coatings and corrosion.

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AMPP 6 ICorr 7 ASFP 8 Achilles 9 CSR 10 Marine Painting Forum 10

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