Heat Exchanger Testing & Inspection Specialists UK
At WCR we provide cutting edge inspection and non-destructive integrity testing of heat exchangers and plate packs for the food, dairy and beverage industry.
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Professional Engineers
Our experienced technicians have decades of combined industry experience
Fast Turnaround
Our teams work efficiently to minimise downtime
Comprehensive Testing
Our comprehensive testing services range from hydrostatic pressure testing and helium integrity testing to tank inspection.
Certified Excellence
Our Total Quality Performance monitoring and training scheme ensures the staff at WCR and our valued customers benefit from the latest advances in techniques and heat exchange equipment.
Heat Exchanger Integrity Testing Has Evolved
Heat exchanger integrity testing is an important procedure for the early detection of internal leaks inside the heat exchange equipment. Without timely identification, there's a risk of product contamination and spoilage, resulting in waste, unnecessary expenses, and potential reputational damage.
WCR UK provides next generation heat exchanger inspection and leak detection that surpasses current heat exchanger inspection methods in the dairy, beverage and liquid food industries.
Our heat exchanger testing services include:
- Heat Exchanger Inspection - Helium Integrity Testing and Hydrostatic
- Holding Time Tests
- Tank and Vessel Inspection - Food-safe fluorescent dye penetrant is proven to be the best, and only method of accurately inspecting vessels.
- Spray Dryer Inspection
- Liquid Penetrant Inspection - Surface Crack Detection of Non-ferrous Materials
- Hydrostatic Pressure Testing - Pressure Vessels, Heat Exchangers and more
Our Testing Services
We offer comprehensive testing solutions designed to identify potential issues before they become costly problems.
Helium Integrity Testing
High precision leak detection using helium tracer gas to detect leaks at a molecular level.
Tank and Vessel Inspection
Comprehensive inspection using food-safe fluorescent dye penetrant testing.
Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
Verify strength and leak tightness of pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
Helium Integrity Testing For Heat Exchangers
WCR helium testing services offer high precision leak detection for heat exchangers. Using helium as a tracer gas, we can detect leaks at a molecular level that would be impossible to find with traditional methods.
Our Helium Integrity Test is specifically designed to meet the rigorous hygiene standards required by the food and beverage industry, including dairy processors handling milk, cheese, ice cream, and other sensitive products. This non-destructive testing method is essential for ensuring the integrity of pasteurisers and other critical equipment, helping to prevent bacteria growth and spoilage.
Preventative and Reactive Testing
Preventative Testing:
Helium Integrity Testing is usually carried out annually to ensure equipment remains compliant with industry regulations and your customer's audit requirements. However, testing frequency is determined by various internal factors and insurance requirements.
Reactive Testing:
In the event of an issue, our team is ready to perform reactive testing to quickly diagnose and resolve potential problems, minimising downtime and ensuring your operations remain uninterrupted.
Who are our heat exchanger testing services suitable for?
Our bespoke services are tailored for maintenance, engineering, and procurement teams who are responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and compliance.
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