Hydrostatic Testing -'Means to an End or Ends to a Mean'?

摘要

Hydrostatic testing of pressure systems often is performed without questioning the methodology used and results obtained There are various methods to hydrostatically test piping systems and, more specifically, welded joints, which have their own set of performance parameters. This paper explains the frequently used methods to hydrostatically test welded flange to pipe joints with their individual set of considerations and capabilities.