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Aerial Technology, Inc. offers a complete inspection and
non-destructive testing program for fire departments to meet current NFPA
1914 guidelines for testing aerial ladders, elevating platforms, ground
ladders and water towers.The inspections include a
complete visual and operational test of the vehicle aerial device and
associate equipment. Additionally, various non-destructive test
methods are used to locate defects.
A report is issued following these inspections; and if no
abnormalities exist, a certificate of compliance is issued in accordance
with NFPA 1914 guidelines. The certificate is withheld if repair is
necessary until such time as needed repairs are complete.
We offer a thorough test and inspection of ground ladders
in accordance with the current NFPA 1932 guidelines. The testing of
ground ladders can minimize ladder failures due to abuse, overloading,
normal wear or heat.
Our inspections and test can include:
 | Visual/operational inspections |
 | Load test |
 | Timing and functional tests |
 | Hardness/and eddy current test of non-ferrous metal
components |
 | Magnetic particle and/or dye penetrant test of critical
welds and casting |
 | Hydraulic oil analysis |
 | Ultrasonic inspection of accessible pins |
 | Turntable bolt torque check-n-drift test |
 | Waterway systems check |
 | Horizontal bend test of ground ladders |
 | Ground ladder hardware and hook tests |
 | Heat sensors are available |
Aerial Lift, Fork Lift, Overhead Crane,
Digger, Training, Operator Training, Mobile, truck crane, technicians,
lift testing, aerial crane, fire equipment, Acoustic Emision
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