Pneumatic fusion joint test system and method

Details Pneumatic fusion joint test system and method Pneumatic fusion joint test system and method

1996-04-30

1998-02-24

Brock, Michael

Measuring and testing

With fluid pressure

Leakage

73 498, G01M 328

Patent

active

057213739

ABSTRACT:
A fusion joint test system for a saddle fusion joint on a pipe includes a movable sealing mechanism and computer for automatically testing a saddle interface, or fusion joint. The test system controllably pressurizes a substantially isolated area about the fusion joint to a set pressure using a fluid pressure source. A pressure sensor senses a change in pressure about the fusion joint after pressurization and a computer electronically determines whether the fusion joint is within an acceptable integrity range.

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