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Hydrostatic Pressure Testing

With hydrostatic testing, component or vessel is tested with a liquid (typically water), and pressurizing until test pressure is reached. Once the pressure is reached, the test is completed OR for other tests hydrostatic pressure must be held for a specific amount of time.

Depending on the application, the hydrostatic testing can be used to help identify leaks, structural integrity, manufacturing flaws, wear, corrosion and burst pressure.

It can be used on brand new construction or manufactured items, used during routine safety inspections, to verify modifications or validate repairs to vessels.

JOY M&E offers a product line covering applications for 100 - 40,000 PSI.

In addition, to meet the demands of a wide variety of applications, pumps are readily available with 304 stainless, 316 stainless and duplex stainless steel.