Equipment loan program acquires new diagnostic tools

Western's Energy Services Equipment Loan Program recently purchased an ultrasonic leak detector and two infrared cameras.

The ultrasonic leak detector is simple to use and can interpret a broad band of high frequency sound. This instrument senses the sound from the turbulence given off by a leaking gas, liquid or vacuum, or the sound from mechanical systems, such as worn or failing bearings or gearboxes. It can also be used to check for the proper operation of valves and steam traps, for electrical arcing, loose or wearing belts, leaking ductwork and hydraulic leaks.

The two new infrared cameras are digital imagers that save the images to a flashcard. They include a removable high-resolution LCD monitor with controls to operate the imager remotely, a higher capacity belt-mounted battery and report processing software.

For more information on the uses of these and other instruments available through the Equipment Loan Program, contact Rich Burnkrant at 720-962-7420. Equipment can be reserved with the online equipment request form.

Western's Energy Services and customer representatives work with customers to ensure equipment both gets the job done and is available when needed.