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The PTV must pass an annual visual inspection that includes a dye penetrant (PT) examination and an annual hydrostatic test to 12.5 kpsi. The purpose of the visual inspection is to detect any indications of cracks in the walls and cap of the PTV. A PT exam of the breech-lock threads uses a spray-on film of powder to wick dye out of any cracks that might exist. This exam must be conducted by a Level II inspector and witnessed by a Hartford Steam Boiler representative (presently, Norm Strasser). The current vendor is:
| 7500 Perimeter Road S. |
| Seattle, Wa. 98108 |
| Tel: 206-764-8123 |
The hydrostatic test must be conducted approximately 6 months after each PT exam. The test is conducted by a PTV operator and must be witnessed by a certified inspector:
| Hartford Steam Boiler |
| 17904 28th Ave. N.E. |
| Bothell WA. 98012 |
| Tel: (425)-471-0697 |
| Cell: (425)-754-6747 |
| Email: Norman_Strasser@hsb.com |
The overhead crane is required to be tested annually. Some vendors are:
21229 84 Ave. S. |
| Kent, Wa. 98032 |
| Tel: 253-872-9696 |
| Contact: Jennifer Worley |
| Terms: Time (port-to-port) & materials, $50/hr, 2 weeks notice |
| FSI Crane & Hoist |
| 1320 26 NW, Suite 6 |
| Auburn, Wa. 98001 |
| Tel: 253-735-3658 |
| Contact: Bob Donohue |
| Terms: Quoted price for inspection, $52.50/hr for work, 2 weeks notice |
| Crane Consultants |
15303 1 Ave. S.
Burien, Wa. 98148 |
| Tel: 206-246-7962 |
| Contact: Lane Smith |
| Terms: Time (port-to-port) & materials, 2-3 hrs/crane, $64.50/hr |
The pressure relief valve must be reset to 10,000 psi every two years (odd years). The current vendor is:
| 14680 NE Woodinville Way |
| Woodinville, WA 98072 |
| 206-762-8001 |
Dana Swift, swift@ocean.washington.edu