Aerial Lift Inspection Programs

Dielectric Test

Inspect upper and lower boom (fiberglass, hoses, leveling system, etc. for any possible contaminants).  Dielectric Test of the upper boom, lower boom insert, over-all, bucket liner and hydraulic oil in compliance with ASNI, A92.2-1990 and ASTM D877.

Operational and Functional Inspection

This inspection includes a visual inspection of all critical, structural areas and an operational test.  All suspect areas will be examined further by performing magnetic particle, ultrasonic and dye penetrant inspections in accordance with ASNI A92.2 and OSHA 1910-1926.

Acoustic Emission Test

To be performed in compliance with ASTM F-18 Test Methods.  The data will be interpreted and recorded by a level II AE Technician.  Operational and functional test must be performed prior to AE test.  In accordance with ASTM F914-98, F1430-98, F1797-98.

Complete Inspection

This inspection will include all of the previously described test methods and procedures.

Live Line Tool Testing

QSL-Plus has been an industry leader for more than 15 years.  We have employed a large full time staff of multi-certified professionals to provide you with on-site testing / inspection or at any one of our nationwide locations.

QSL-Plus provides the most current and comprehensive dielectric testing and inspection program of any service company in the industry.

The following procedures are performed in accordance with OSHA, IEEE, ANSI, ASTM Standards:

Fire Department Equipment

All of our tests and inspections are performed in accordance with NFPA 1914 for all your fire department aerial device needs.

Railroad Tank Car Inspection and Testing:

In accordance with AAR, FRA and 49 CFR Part 18509 this program will provide and verify the structural integrity of the Railroad Tank Car.  The program consist of a Visual Inspection of the overall railroad tank car, Ultrasonic thickness measurement of the railroad tank car wall, and a acoustic emission test to provide monitoring of the railroad tank car while under test load.

Contact Information

James Archer

Transportation Division
Telephone: 888-972-9633
Fax: 610-497-0724