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Expert hydrostatic pressure testing services UK by PTS. Ensuring pipeline integrity & compliance (BS EN 805) for water mains & pipes.

Hydrostatic Pressure Testing Services UK

Hydrostatic pressure testing is the industry-standard method for verifying that newly installed, repaired, or existing pipelines can safely withstand their operational pressures. It is a non-negotiable process for ensuring the structural integrity and leak-tightness of your assets, which is essential for safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

At Pipe Testing Services (PTS), we provide expert hydrostatic pressure testing services across the UK. We use industry-leading methods and comprehensive data logging to deliver reliable, certified results for clients nationwide, from new water main commissions to existing infrastructure assessments.

A close-up of a pressure testing gauge connected to a new blue water main, with the needle showing a successful 'PASS' result for the hydrostatic test.

    The Hydrostatic Pressure Testing Process Explained

    At PTS, we adhere to rigorous procedures, often following the WRc Type 2 method and specific Water Authority specifications, to ensure accurate and compliant testing. Our typical process includes:

    The PTS Hydrostatic
    Testing Process

    PTS provides hydrostatic testing services for a wide range of critical applications:

    • New Water Mains & Distribution Networks: Verifying the integrity of newly installed pipelines (PE, ductile iron, steel etc.) before they are commissioned and put into service, essential for adoption by Water Authorities.
    • Repaired Pipeline Sections: Ensuring that repairs or modifications have restored the pipeline’s structural soundness and leak tightness.
    • Industrial Pipework: Testing process pipelines within industrial facilities to ensure safety and operational reliability.
    • Rising Mains: Confirming the integrity of crucial rising mains connecting pumping stations to distribution networks.
    • Gas Pipelines (Stage 1): While pneumatic testing is standard for gas lines, hydrostatic testing is sometimes required for initial strength proving (Stage 1) of high-pressure gas pipelines, particularly large diameter sections. PTS has the capability to manage water delivery, testing, dewatering, and drying for these specific scenarios.
    Chlorination certificates - PTS working on-site performing pressure testing and chlorination works. Chlorination and Legionella Control
    water mains chlorination. Replacement works and chlorination services carried out by PTS.
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    Benefits of Hydrostatic Testing with PTS

    Conducting hydrostatic testing with PTS provides significant advantages for ensuring pipeline integrity and compliance. Our meticulous approach, using methods like WRc Type 2 and adhering strictly to Water Authority specifications and standards like BS EN 805, guarantees regulatory compliance and provides auditable proof that your pipeline meets required performance criteria. This rigorous testing is fundamental for safeguarding public health by ensuring the pipeline is leak-free, preventing potential contamination of potable water supplies.

    Identifying weaknesses or leaks under controlled test conditions prevents unexpected failures once the pipeline is operational, avoiding costly emergency repairs, service disruptions, and potential environmental damage. Our comprehensive data logging provides not just a pass/fail result, but valuable insights into the pipeline’s performance under pressure, contributing to better long-term asset management decisions. Choosing PTS delivers peace of mind through proven expertise and reliable results.

    Why Choose PTS for Hydrostatic Testing Services?

    When you partner with Pipe Testing Services for hydrostatic testing, you benefit from our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and accuracy. Our highly skilled technicians are certified and possess extensive experience across diverse pipeline projects throughout the UK. We invest in state-of-the-art, regularly calibrated testing equipment, including high-precision pumps, gauges, and digital data loggers, ensuring the reliability of our measurements.

    We understand the unique requirements of different industries and water authorities, tailoring our testing plans and reporting to meet specific standards and client needs. From initial consultation to final reporting and water management, PTS provides a comprehensive, compliant, and dependable hydrostatic testing service, trusted by national housebuilders, main contractors, groundwork specialists, water authorities, and private developers nationwide.

    Contact PTS for Expert Hydrostatic Testing Services UK

    Ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of your pipeline installations and repairs with expert hydrostatic pressure testing from PTS.

    Discuss your project requirements or schedule testing today:

    Partner with PTS for reliable results and comprehensive pipeline testing solutions across the UK.

    Airport Pipeline Services: Manchester Case Study - chlorination, pressure testing, water mains.

    Hydrostatic Testing FAQs

    Hydrostatic testing uses water, which is incompressible. This makes pressure drops from leaks easier to detect and means the energy released during a failure is significantly lower, making it inherently safer than testing with compressed gas.

    A proof test is typically performed on a brand new system to verify its strength and confirm it has been manufactured and installed correctly. A leak test is more often performed on an existing system to detect any leaks that may have developed over time.

    A failure indicates a leak or structural flaw. Our team will help you identify the location of the failure so that a targeted repair can be made. The system must then be re-tested.

    Yes, we manage the entire process, including the sourcing of water for filling and the safe, compliant management and disposal of the test water afterwards.