TESTING

HEAT has extensive experience in troubleshooting heat exchanger or condenser problems.  To arrive at a proper diagnosis, HEAT uses a full range of testing methods to properly and accurately assess the problem and develop a repair plan.

•        Proven methods for analyzing heat exchanger and condenser problems
•        Accurate and cost-efficient

These tests allow HEAT to determine the full nature of the heat exchanger problem and develop cost-effective repair methods.  As an example, HEAT has experience in the installation of metal sleeves to repair inlet or outlet end erosion.  To develop the repair plan, HEAT will measure the length of the damaged area of the tube using a borescope and ball micrometer.  HEAT will also recommend an eddy current test to ensure that the remainder of the tube is intact, leaving only the repair of the eroded or corroded ends.
 

• Eddy Current Testing:    Used to detect defects in the entire length of heat exchanger or condenser tubes.  Normally it is used in   conjunction with sample tube removal to verify the eddy current test results.
   
• Ball Micrometer Measurement:  Measure tube ends to determine amount of wall thickness loss
   
• Sample Tube Removal:  Used to visually inspect tube defects and verify eddy current testing results.
   
• Borescope Inspection:  Used to further verify eddy current and sample tube testing results.