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What is high pressure testing?
About pressure testing
The purpose of pressure testing is to measure the safety, reliability and strength of materials, equipment or structures. By exposing them to intense pressure levels, which often exceed the normal operating range, high-pressure testing helps ensure their reliability and performance. It is therefore mandatory to test pressure systems and components before putting them into service. This crucial testing method is used extensively in industries such as oil and gas, aerospace, automotive and manufacturing to validate the integrity and quality of various components, systems and products.
Oil and Gas
Specific Solutions for the Oil and Gas Industry
In the oil and gas industry, it is crucial to ensure the integrity of pipelines, pressure vessels, and other equipment. Our tests help you guarantee safety and reliability, ensuring your equipment can withstand the extreme conditions in this sector
Typical Applications: Pipeline testing, pressure vessels, drilling equipment
Benefits:
- Prevent leaks
- Increase equipment lifespan
- Ensure regulatory compliance
Aerospace
Specific Solutions for the Aerospace Industry
In the aerospace industry, reliability is paramount. Our high-pressure tests ensure that components such as fuel tanks and hydraulic systems can withstand the extreme pressure levels encountered during flights.
Typical Applications: Fuel tanks, hydraulic systems, wing structures
Benefits:
- Enhanced safety
- Compliance with aviation standards
- Long-lasting components
Automotive
Specific Solutions for the Automotive Industry
For the automotive industry, we offer tests for fuel systems, brake lines, and more. This ensures that all components meet the highest safety and performance standards.
Typical Applications: Fuel systems, brake lines, coolant systems
Benefits:
- Improved safety
- Compliance with industry standards
- Reliable performance
Manufacturing
Specific Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry
In the manufacturing industry, it is essential to ensure the durability and safety of various components. Our tests help detect defects and guarantee the quality of your products.
Typical Applications: Pressure vessels, hydraulic cylinders, piping systems
Benefits:
- Increased reliability
- Lower failure rates
- Compliance with safety standards
How does Pressure Testing Work?
Types of Tests
Leak Test
Identifies weaknesses by detecting cracks and holes.
Purpose: Identify weaknesses, cracks, and holes.
Method: Using thermal imaging, thermography, pressure testing, or dye.
Typical Applications: Pipelines, pressure vessels, fuel tanks, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, brake lines, pressure vessels, hydraulic cylinders, piping systems
Proof Test
Verifies the quality and reliability of a product by testing its pressure resistance.
Purpose: Ensure production quality and reliability.
Method:: System or component is filled with water or gas, pressure is slowly increased and held to check for pressure losses.
Typical Applications: Drilling equipment, pressure vessels, wing structures, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, coolant systems, pressure vessels, piping systems
Burst Test
Determines the maximum pressure a system or component can handle before breaking.
Purpose: Determine maximum compressive strength.
Method: Pressure is continuously increased until the component breaks.
Typical Applications: Pipelines, pressure vessels, fuel tanks, wing structures, brake lines, fuel systems, hydraulic cylinders, pressure vessels
Benefits and common mistakes
At Resato, we ensure all tests meet the highest safety standards, minimizing risks and responding to customer needs effectively.
Benefits of high pressure testing
- Increased Safety: Detects potential weak points.
- Reliability & Durability: Ensures systems function properly under high pressure.
- Cost Savings: Prevents costly errors by ensuring quality.
Mistakes in High Pressure Testing
Inaccurate Pressure Build-up: Crucial for safe and reliable results. Overlooked Venting: Can lead to incorrect results and compromise safety.
Understanding Pressure Levels
Understanding the different levels of pressure is crucial in high-pressure testing. Here is a comparison of various pressure levels and their equivalents to give you a better perspective on the immense pressures involved.
1 bar
30 bars
30 bars
100 bars
300 bars
500 bars
1000 bars
1300 bars
2000 bars
5000 bars
10000 bars
Inspection Agencies & Quality Requirements
At Resato, we adhere to strict industry standards and work with reputable inspection agencies like Kiwa, Kema, and TUV. We comply with standards such as R134, EC97, and ISO 1402 to ensure the highest quality and safety of our high-pressure systems.
Customized Solutions by Resato
All systems/components require special care to ensure safety. At Resato we come up with solutions that suit the reliability of your products. We make use of the highest industry standard; not only for the oil and gas sector, but also for the aerospace-, automotive- and manufacturing sector. We are precise, deliver quality and test with the highest pressure in the market: 10.000 bar.
At Resato we make sure that we’re always there for you when you need our help.
To maintain the quality of your operations and extend the service life, we offer maintenance and service. Therefore, you can reach us for calibration, in-house support and on-site support.
We provide training to help you become a high-pressure testing expert. Whether you need support with high-pressure systems, are looking for spare parts, or even need training, with our experienced service colleagues we get ready to operate and maintain high-pressure systems.
We stock the most common spare parts so you can always keep your high-pressure systems operational. You can contact us for parts, consumables and rentals.
Services
Resato offers comprehensive support, including:

Expert Advice: Our service team is ready to answer your questions.
Training: We provide training to help you become a high-pressure testing expert.
Support: Assistance with systems, spare parts, and maintenance.
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FAQ’s
Does Resato have specific test units?
Due to varied customer needs, our test units are designed to meet specific requirements
What are the two methods of pressure testing?
Hydrostatic testing (using water) and gas pressure testing (using gases like air or nitrogen).
What is the purpose of a pressure test?
To ensure systems or components are safe and reliable before use.
What does a pressure test tell you?
It provides information on whether a system or component can maintain integrity under pressure, detecting leaks or faults that could compromise safety and functionality.