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 In
accordance with the Canadian Transport Commission’s
(CTC) requirements, hydrostatic testing
is required to test a cylinder’s integrity prior to continued service
life. This is performed by filling the cylinder with water and pressurizing
it while inside a safety cage or water jacket. A hydrostatic test is required
by code every 5 years for Pressurized Water, CO2,
and K-Type extinguishers, and every 12 years for Dry Chemical extinguishers.
Pyrene Fire Security Manitoba is registered
with the CTC and has facilities for
performing non-destructive tests.
Dry Chemical Extinguisher Room
 Dry
chemical extinguishers also require a complete internal inspection every
six years (Six-year maintenance). The dry chemical room is used to retrieve
recyclable powder. Once re-assembled, the extinguishers are refilled with
an appropriate amount of dry chemical powder, and re-pressurized with
nitrogen (N2).
Pyrene Fire Security Manitoba voluntarily
follows the ULC S532 "Standard
for the Regulation of Servicing of Portable Fire Extinguishers"
and uses only approved parts when repairing units. Pyrene
offers a one-year guarantee on any recharge work performed.
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NFPA
1962 requires hydrostatic testing of hoses 5 years from the initial
date of manufacture, and every 3 years thereafter. Pyrene
Fire Security Manitoba’s Fire Hose hydrostatic testing
facilities are capable of testing hoses up to 100 feet in length.
The facility is an incline surface, which allows for the removal
of air from the hose prior to pressurization. The surface is kept
clean of debris to prevent any accidental puncture and subsequent
damage to hoses. During testing, should slippage of a coupling occur,
re-coupling equipment is available for immediate repair. This prevents
the costly "need" to replace an entire length of hose.