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HYDROSTACTIC TESTING

Hydrostatic testing is a nondestructive test required by the Department of Transportation to insure the integrity of pressurized cylinders. These include everything from small fire extinguishers, to Self Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SCBA) used by fire departments, to CO2 cylinders used for soft drinks, to Nitros cylinders used for race cars and SCUBA tanks used by divers.

"The reason these cylinders must be tested regularly is because of the high pressures they hold," explains Auto-Tech hazard consultant, John Raber. "If one of these cylinders were to fail, you could have a catastrophic explosion."

At Auto-Tech, we find that regular thorough inspections of pressurized cylinders not only makes for a safer workplace, but also helps to provide a long life span for the cylinders. The cylinders are visually inspected from the inside for stress cracks and rust and then are put under pressures of over 66% higher than their normal working pressure, insuring a safe work environment for you and your employees.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS

Here are a few tips to help you keep your pressurized cylinders in top shape. Call us at (330) 762-3343 for the best, professional service on any of these:

• Hydrostatic testing for different types of cylinders is required at different intervals. Many types of tanks require testing once every five years, others require testing once every three years. Call us at (330) 762-3343 for more information on your specific type of cylinder.
• High pressure, fiber wrapped aluminum cylinders, such as those used by fire fighters must be tested every three years and must be decommissioned after 15 years.
• Additional information can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 49, under "transportation".