HYGETM
Service
and Support
HYGE Inc. has trained personnel
with over 50 years of hands on engineering and installation
experience of the HYGETM crash test
simulation system. HYGE, Inc. offers full support
of all horizontal and vertical systems; 6 inch, 12 inch and
the 24 inch systems manufactured by CVC, Bendix, or HYGE.
This includes service, parts and certified training for all
new and existing systems. HYGE Inc. also offers
an annual maintenance to keep your tool in excellent working
order and in a safe operating condition.
Safety
The HYGETM crash test simulation
system is a very powerful tool which can launch a motor vehicle
sized object from rest to 30 miles per hour in less than 6 feet.
All safety recommendations must be followed.
A key item is the checking of the structural integrity
of the cylinders. The cylinders are pressure vessels that contain
up to 3000 psi of air and need to be checked periodically. HYGE
Inc recommends a hydrostatic pressure testing every 5 years
or after 2000 firings.
The best time to do this test is during an annual
maintenance overhaul. HYGE Inc. can do the maintenance
and coordinate the required tests. The hydrostatic tests are
performed by independent agencies that provide a written analysis.
Maintenance
A thorough mechanical overhaul and rebuilding of
the HYGETM cylinders and thrust column
is recommended every year 400 firings. This service includes
replacement of all seals, gaskets, bearings, and other wear
items. HYGE Inc. will inspect all parts
for excessive wear. The system’s brake mechanisms are very critical.
HYGE Inc. can provide replacement brake pads.
HYGE Inc. will provide a written
assessment of the system with a list of recommend replacement
parts.
Training
HYGE Inc. offers certified training
in System Maintenance and System Operations and Safety. These
two day courses are held at the customer’s site. The maintenance
course includes a thorough mechanical overhaul and rebuilding
of the HYGETM cylinders. This hands-on
course concludes with a test and a framed certificate.
The System Operations and Safety course includes
learning safety precautions, setting up the system for tests,
charging the system and firing shots. This two day course is
held at the customer’s site. The course concludes with a test
and a framed certificate.
Factory rebuild/overhaul
HYGE Inc. offers upgrades to bring your system
up to the most modern version. This is important for new tests,
convenience and safety. Individual replacement of sub-systems
are available such as: Lock Yoke Safety System, Automated Fluid
Transfer, Control System, Various Carriages for today’s new
requirements ( Light weight, Side Impact, Turret, etc.) A complete
system overhaul will utilize parts of your existing system.
The system will then be brought up to the new factory specifications.
Move/Reinstallation
of existing systems
HYGE Inc. has moved and reinstalled many systems.
It is important to have a HYGETM engineer
on site during rail installation to make sure that the rails
and the reaction block are installed correctly. The critical
measurements are double checked by the HYGETM
service engineer to minimize wear of the HYGETM
system.
