by Incos-e | Dec 01, 2023 

In a groundbreaking development poised to transform industrial maintenance practices, Siron introduces its innovative Dry Deluge Testing technology, set to revolutionize how deluge systems are tested and maintained. This cutting-edge solution aims to mitigate corrosion, eliminate blocked nozzles, and streamline testing procedures, ensuring the continuous protection of personnel and assets in industrial settings.

The importance of a well-maintained and blockage-free deluge system cannot be overstated in ensuring the safety and integrity of industrial operations. Clean nozzles and piping are vital for the uninterrupted flow of water to protected areas, safeguarding against potential hazards.

Conventional testing regimes utilizing water often exacerbate issues by causing corrosion and promoting the buildup of marine life within deluge systems, even in the newest installations. Additionally, water testing necessitates shutdowns of specific areas until testing is completed, leading to disruptions in production activities.

Enter Siron’s Dry Deluge Testing technology, a patented vapor-based testing method designed to address these challenges head-on. Unlike traditional water testing, this innovative approach minimizes impact on personnel working within the tested areas, allowing production activities to continue uninterrupted.

One of the key advantages of Siron’s technology is its ability to keep the deluge system live during testing, ensuring continuous protection while the testing process unfolds. Conducted in sections, with each section taking approximately one day, the testing identifies open, blocked, and partially blocked nozzles, marking them on isometric drawings for easy reference and action.

Crucially, since no water is used during the testing process, there is no need for facility personnel to cover production or electrical equipment. Moreover, the absence of post-test freshwater wash down and cleanup further enhances operational efficiency and reduces downtime.

This technology represents a paradigm shift in deluge system maintenance, by eliminating the drawbacks associated with conventional water testing. This technology empower industries to proactively maintain their systems with minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.

Siron’s Dry Deluge Testing technology is suitable for both old and new facilities, regardless of deluge specifications, as all systems are susceptible to marine life growth and corrosion over time. For older systems, the technology offers the additional benefits of cleaning, descaling, and the application of corrosion inhibitors, revitalizing these systems for optimal performance.

Already tested and proven in use by leading Oil & Gas operators in Europe and the United States of America, Siron’s Dry Deluge Testing technology heralds a new era of maintenance excellence and operational resilience in industrial settings. With its unmatched capabilities and tangible benefits, this innovative solution is poised to set a new standard for deluge system maintenance worldwide.