February 25, 2026

How to Read a Material Test Report (MTR)


Virtual, Instructor-Led

Event Summary

A Material Test Report (MTR) quantifies the specific chemical and physical properties of a particular manufactured pipe. An MTR serves as a crucial document in the pipeline industry, certifying that the pipe meets the necessary standards and specifications, acting as a guarantee from the manufacturer to the supplier or end user. Learning how to read a Pipe Material Test Report is essential for ensuring quality and compliance, enhancing safety, cost efficiency, building trust and credibility, and supporting quality control assurance throughout the pipeline process. This class will provide a comprehensive guide to reading and interpreting Pipe MTRs, ensuring participants leave with practical skills and knowledge tailored specifically to the needs of the pipeline industry.

Attendees will receive 2 Professional Development Hours (PDH) upon completion.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this class, participants will:

  1. understand how to read and interpret a Material Test Report (MTR)
  2. apply this knowledge to ensure the quality and compliance of metal products
Meet the Instructor

Ben Pierce

Project Manager, ENTRUST Solutions Group


Mr. Pierce is currently a project manager for the metallurgy department at ENTRUST Solutions Group, with over a decade of experience in the energy industry. His work focuses on leading a variety of metallurgical, welding, and pipeline integrity projects in the natural gas and liquids pipeline industry across the entire pipeline life cycle, from procurement and construction through operations and maintenance. He has over a decade of experience reviewing thousands of material test reports (MTRs) for compliance with both regulatory and technical accuracy with manufacturing and client requirements. His technical expertise in metallurgy and project management has brought valuable insight and cost-effective solutions to pipeline operators and utilities across the nation by helping ensure safe, reliable, and compliant pipeline operations.

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When

From 02-25-2026 1:00 pm CST until 02-25-2026 3:00 pm CST


Where

Virtual


Registration Information
SGA Training SubscriptionFREE
Advance PartnersFREE
All-Access PassFREE
Member$295
Non-Member$495

3% fee applied if paying by a credit card. This event follows SGA Cancellation Policy "C".

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