Hydrostatic Testing: Safe. Compliant. Reliable.

Gas cylinders are designed to safely contain high-pressure gases, but over time, wear, corrosion, stress, and damage can compromise their structural integrity. Hydrostatic testing is a certified inspection process used to verify that cylinders remain safe for continued use.

At Analgesic Services Inc., we provide professional hydrostatic testing services to help customers maintain safe, compliant, and reliable cylinders across a wide range of industries and applications. Hydrostatic testing services are available through our California and Colorado locations.

What Is Hydrostatic Testing?

Hydrostatic testing is a safety inspection used to evaluate the strength and condition of a gas cylinder. This test must be performed every 5-10 years.

During testing:

• Cylinders are visually inspected for dents, corrosion, wear, or damage
• Cylinders are filled with water for safe testing
• Pressure is applied above normal operating levels
• Technicians measure how the cylinder expands and returns to shape

If a cylinder shows leakage, cracking, weakness, permanent expansion, or failed elastic recovery it is immediately removed from service.

Why Hydrostatic Testing Matters

Protects Safety - Gas cylinders operate under extremely high pressure. Routine testing helps protect employees, patients, customers, and facilities by ensuring cylinders remain safe to use.

Detects Hidden Problems - Hydrostatic testing can identify internal corrosion, metal fatigue, and structural damage before they lead to failure.

Supports Compliance - Routine testing helps facilities stay compliant with DOT, CGA, and NFPA requirements while remaining inspection-ready.

Reduces Downtime - Proactive testing helps prevent unexpected cylinder failures, operational interruptions, and emergency replacements.

Extends Cylinder Life - Properly maintained cylinders that pass testing can safely remain in service longer.

Additional Cylinder Services

In addition to medical gas cylinders, our team is certified and equipped to perform hydrostatic testing for:

• SCUBA cylinders
• SCBA and composite cylinders
• Beverage cylinders
• Industrial gas cylinders
• Paintball cylinders
• Aviation cylinders

We also offer:

• Visual inspections
• PSI-certified SCUBA inspections
• Eddy Current Testing (ECT)
• Re-valving & valve replacement
• Internal and external cylinder cleaning
• Cylinder painting and restoration services
• Service Availability

All listed hydrostatic testing and cylinder services are available through our MLC Hydro Branch in Rancho Cordova, California.

We also offer hydrostatic testing through our Colorado branch; however, some services may not currently be available at that location. Please call our team for more information regarding your specific cylinder and service needs.

Confidence You Can Count On

Proper cylinder testing and maintenance provide:

• Improved safety
• Greater compliance confidence
• Fewer unexpected issues
• Longer cylinder service life

Hydrostatic testing is a simple but essential step in maintaining safe and reliable cylinder performance.

For more information about hydrostatic testing or cylinder services, contact Analgesic Services Inc. today at 888-928-1068 or info@asimedical.com.