Valve Hydro Testing – Marine & Offshore Pressure Testing by RMS Marine Service
- Valve hydro testing is a critical pressure test used to verify valve body integrity and seat sealing performance.
- RMS Marine Service provides hydrostatic testing support for shipboard and offshore valves to ensure safe operation.
- Hydro testing helps detect leaks, sealing defects, and performance issues before installation or commissioning.
- Essential for valves used in fuel systems, seawater cooling, ballast, bilge, hydraulic and safety pipelines.
Why Hydrostatic Valve Testing is Important
- Confirms valves can withstand operating pressure without leakage or structural failure.
- Detects body leaks, seat leaks, and sealing surface issues.
- Supports marine inspection and safety compliance requirements.
- Reduces risk of valve failure, downtime, and system damage onboard vessels.
Hydro Testing Process and Testing Scope
- Hydrostatic testing performed using water pressure to verify valve strength and sealing.
- Body test confirms valve shell integrity under pressure.
- Seat test verifies tight shut-off performance and leak-free sealing.
- Test pressure level based on valve class, rating, and system requirements.
- Testing performed as part of valve repair, overhaul, refurbishment, or pre-installation checks.
Valve Types Supported for Hydro Testing
- Gate Valves, Globe Valves, Ball Valves, and Check Valves.
- Butterfly Valves including wafer, lug, high performance, and triple offset.
- Pressure Control Valves and Safety Relief Valves.
- Hydro testing support for manual and actuated valves used in marine service systems.
Applications of Valve Hydro Testing
- Ship repair and dry docking projects requiring safety verification.
- Testing after valve overhaul, refurbishment, or modification.
- Pre-commissioning checks for marine and offshore pipelines.
- Inspection and compliance support for class and regulatory requirements.
- Safety confirmation for critical systems such as fuel oil and firefighting lines.
Benefits of Professional Valve Hydro Testing
- Ensures valve body strength and sealing performance before use.
- Reduces leakage risk and improves system safety.
- Prevents operational failure due to defective valves.
- Supports long-term valve reliability and performance onboard vessels.
- Helps reduce downtime and costly repair issues at sea.
Why Choose RMS Marine Service for Valve Hydro Testing
- Marine-focused workshop capability for hydrostatic pressure testing.
- Experienced valve technicians supporting inspection and testing procedures.
- Fast turnaround to support urgent ship repair schedules and port stays.
- Complete marine valve services including repair, overhaul, and testing support.
Reliable Hydro Testing for Safe Marine Valve Operation
- Valve hydro testing ensures safe and leak-free valve performance.
- Supports compliance, inspection readiness, and operational safety.
- Reliable verification for shipboard and offshore valve systems.
- Trusted valve hydro testing service backed by RMS Marine Service expertise.
FIGURES AT A GLANCE ABOUT RMS
29
Years of History
1000+
Employees
15
Offices Worldwide
35000M²+
Warehouse
10
Workshops
100+
Professional
Technicians
3400M²
Dry Food
Warehouse
1500M²
Cold Storage
Facilities
20,000
Avg. Ships
Supplied/Year
2500+
NB Initial Supply
China: RMS Marine Service Company Ltd.
Korea: ACE-RMS Marine Service Co., Ltd.
Singapore: RMS Marine & Offshore Service (S) Pte Ltd.
Europe：RMS Marine Service B.V.
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