Pressure Testing
Lloyds British International are the no.1 providers of Pressure Testing across the Middle East and Africa
Pressure Testing Services
What is Pressure System Testing and What is the Legislation?
The Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 (PSSR) require pressure systems to be inspected in accordance with a Written Scheme of Examination. Lloyds British International can provide you with full compliance, by means of thorough examinations together with Written Scheme of Examination documentation.
Pressure vessel regulations apply to owners and users of relevant fluids, including steam, gases under pressure and any fluid kept artificially under pressure and which becomes a gas when released to the atmosphere.
There is a legal requirement for the thorough examination of pressure vessels and receivers that contain steam, compressed air and refrigerants. Any pressure vessel containing compressed gas over 250 bar/litres capacity requires inspection.
- Pressure System Testing is carried out using equipment and procedures approved by Lloyds Register of Shipping
- Mobile testing for on-site work
- Complete de-commissioning, repair and re-commissioning service – when and where required
- Comprehensive range of supplementary techniques available, such as NDT, endoscopy etc.
- Pressure System surveys to advise on compliance with regulations
- Production and certification of Written Schemes of Examination (WSE)
- Our inspection, testing and certification work is scheduled and carried out with minimum disruption, minimum downtime and maximum productivity
- Qualified engineers and an independent, fully-guaranteed, reliable and cost-competitive service ensure full compliance with the law and peace of mind
Lloyds British International conduct pressure testing for some of the largest organisations across Africa and the Middle East. Lloyds British International have the most up to date technology and equipment for Pressure testing matched with some of the most qualified personnel in the Pressure System Testing space.
Why is Pressure Testing Required ?
The purpose of the pressure system testing is to investigate the various limits of the pipeline which will test areas such as the reliability, maximum capacity, leaks, joint fittings and pressure. … When pressure testing, the amount of pressure put onto the vessel is always considerably more than the normal operating pressure.
How Do Lloyds British International carry out Pressure System Testing?
1. The first step of a pressure test is to ensure that all welding is finished properly and has been accepted by the NDT examination per the project Inspection and test plan.
2. Making sure the inner part of the vessel is clean and free of remaining slag or other elements that may effect the outcome of the pressure test. We would also make sure that the external surface of the pressure system is dry for the correct execution of the visual inspection during the vessel pressure testing.
3. The next step is our engineer will check the pressure gauges’ calibration tag and certificate and the range of the lower limit and upper limit of the gauges. It needs to be between 1.5 and 4 of the pressure test value for the pressure testing to continue
4. Controlling testing equipment such as the test pump and housing for soundness and tightness.
5. Making sure the test temperature will not violate the following values:
Min. Test temperature= MDMT + 30°F
Max. Test temperature = 120°F
We do this to ensure that the risk of a brittle fracture during the pressure test is minimised.
6. Making sure which reinforcement pads are already soap tested.
7. Controlling the testing water quality and using corrosion inhibitor if it is necessary or when the pressure vessel metal is sensitive material
8. Checking of vents. It is required to be placed at high points of the vessel in a position where it is possible to purge air pockets while the vessel is filling.
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Why Choose Lloyds British International over other Pressure System Service Providers?
Lloyds British International as group has been operating on an international status since the 1970’s. This has meant our international teams have unrivalled experience and knowledge when it comes to local and international legislations. Furthermore due the hard working and customer focused culture that is implemented in all our locations it means our teams and customers are always working towards the same goal. Lloyds British International will manage your organisations compliance but also ensure workplace safety and efficiency are also optimised. Lloyds British International work with the largest organisations within the oil and gas industry maintaining and inspecting assets on their behalf. Another asset that sets us aside from most is our industrial training institute. This means Lloyds British International can be your service provider right the way through from inspection of the equipment to training your individuals how to safely use and operate it no matter where you are in the world.