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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
systems; 6 inch, 12 inch and the 24 inch systems. 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 an ultrasonic inspection and 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 ultrasonic inspection and
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.
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