Test Cell Safety

Test Cell Equipment that helps keep your Test Cell Safe

One way to address test cell safety is by taking operators out of the test cell altogether, thanks to advanced instrumentation and control systems. Ergonomically, this maximizes productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. You should also invest in test cell equipment that keeps your test cell safe.  Below are just a few examples, contact us to learn more.

Data Acquisition Systems with Smart Features

Smart features, enabled by data acquisition and control systems, provide monitoring features and automatic fault actions to safeguard against potential damage to your system. With smart features, you mitigate potential harm to your dynamometer and test cell, not to mention possible damage to the engine being tested and downtime which impacts service to customers.

Driveshaft Guard Equipped with Interceptor Tubes

A Driveshaft Guard is installed between the dyno and engine and is designed to absorb the energy from the driveshaft in the event of a failure. The Driveshaft Guard acts as a shield surrounding the driveshaft and prevents excessive damage. If your Driveshaft Guard is equipped with interceptor tubes, this provides an additional level of safety by helping to absorb the energy, reduce the motion of the failed driveshaft and safely bring the rotating equipment to a stop.

E-Stop Button Kits

All test cells should have an emergency shutdown procedure in place. Emergency stop kits are designed to power down the system in the event of an emergency. Traditionally, emergency stop kits shut off electrical power from all devices associated with the running of the engine. Install these kits in the proper locations so that the stop button is easily accessible and can be pushed immediately in case of an emergency. Safety alarms should also be installed.

Fire Panels, Alarms and Suppression Systems

Your test cell should have a separate fire suppression and alarm system. Since a potential test cell fire will be oil, diesel fuel or natural gas in origin, a water sprinkling system will not be effective. Instead, a fire suppression system for petroleum product-fed fires is recommended. Ensure your system meets the requirements of your local fire protection regulations. Contact us to learn more about the systems available.

Camera Systems

Dyne Systems offers a full color, high-definition (HD), 1080p Camera System with monitor for your test cell.