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drum tester

A professional who inspects empty steel drums to detect leaks, using airhose and immersion tank. Respnsibilities include:

  • Fills immersion tank to designated level, using hose.
  • Pulls drum from conveyor and screws bung into bunghole of drum, using wrench.
  • Presses airhose nozzle onto valve of bung to release air into drum and monitors airhose gauge to raise pressure in drum to specified level.
  • Lifts pressurized drum into tank and depresses pedal to actuate sprocket wheel of tank assembly that forces drum under water.
  • Observes water to detect bubbles that indicate drum leak.
  • Returns drum to surface, marks leak with waterproof crayon, and sets drum aside for repair.
  • Replaces bung and gasket of drums not requiring repair and pushes drums onto conveyor.
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Penulis

  • Jason F
  • (United States of America)

  •  (V.I.P) 16216 poin
  • 100% positive feedback
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