PNEUMATIC OR HYDRO TEST

 

• What is the pneumatic or hydro test?
• The hydro test is to inspect or to check the strength of the pipeline according to requirement by filling water & then giving the pressure by PCD (pressure Controlling Device)
• What are the hazards?
• High-pressure burst by sudden increase of pressure, loose connection of hose, the gasket can break, and the effect of the hazard can be from injury to death
• What are safety precautions?
•  Inspection of all testing equipment before each time to start work, pressure should gradually be increased, the calibrated pressure gauge should be installed online, the hose should be secure with whip latches, pressure controlling device place a minimum of 10 feet away