Firefighter and oilfield SCBA testing

Learn about SCBA performance testing and cylinder inspection technology, then contact Empire SCBA to discuss current service options.

Biosystems PosiChek3

The Biosystems PosiChek3 is a computerized dynamic test bench that evaluates the performance of many brands of SCBA.

PosiChek3 has been used by fire departments and industrial facilities around the world. It helps qualified technicians evaluate operational readiness against applicable testing criteria and produces clear test information for equipment records.

  • Mask leak check
  • Exhalation check valve opening pressure
  • Static mask pressure
  • Bypass flow rate
  • Pressure gauge accuracy
  • Low-pressure alarm activation
  • Visual inspection
  • First-stage regulator performance
  • Breathing resistance at standard work rate
  • Breathing resistance at maximum work rate

Visual Plus 3

Visual Plus 3 uses non-destructive eddy-current technology to help qualified technicians detect neck and shoulder imperfections in aluminum cylinders. It complements required visual and hydrostatic inspection processes by identifying areas that may require further investigation.

Hydrostatic testing

Contact Empire SCBA for current information about SCBA cylinder hydrostatic testing and related inspection options.