BC Industrial Leak Detection: Protecting Plants & Facilities
Guide for BC industrial facilities on leak detection for process piping, cooling systems, compressed air, and infrastructure.
Industrial facilities have complex piping systems carrying water, steam, compressed air, chemicals, and refrigerants. A leak can cause production downtime, product loss, environmental violations, and safety hazards. Industrial detection requires specialized equipment.
Process piping leaks are the most common industrial scenario. Acoustic detection is the primary method for pressurized piping, with correlation providing precise location on long runs. Insulated pipes may require tracer gas testing.
Compressed air leaks waste significant energy. A 3mm hole at 100 psi can waste $1,000-$5,000 per year. Ultrasonic detection is most effective for compressed air. Regular surveys typically pay for themselves within 2-6 months.
Cooling system and chiller leaks require specialized approaches. Thermal imaging is effective for temperature anomalies. Tracer gas locates leaks in buried or inaccessible piping. Refrigeration leaks create environmental risks requiring electronic detection.
Industrial facilities benefit from annual facility-wide surveys, quarterly compressed air audits, and continuous monitoring on critical systems. LeakInspections.ca — a division of Anyleak.ca and Leak.ca. Call 604-239-9934.
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