Essential Gas Detector Maintenance: Bump Testing and Servicing

Gas detectors are exposed to harsh environments throughout their lifespan, making regular bump testing and professional servicing critical for maintaining accuracy and reliability. Neglecting routine maintenance can compromise safety, increasing the risk of injury or even fatal exposure to hazardous gases. To ensure optimal performance, it is recommended to bump test and service your gas detector every six months or follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.

Why Regular Bump Testing and Servicing is Vital

Portable and fixed gas detectors endure extreme conditions, including high temperatures, humidity, dust, water, chemicals, and toxic gases. These factors can impact sensor accuracy and response time. Regular gas detector calibration and servicing ensure that the device operates correctly and provides accurate readings in dangerous environments.

At our Brisbane-based gas detector service laboratory, our highly experienced gas detection service technicians conduct thorough testing, calibration, and repairs to confirm your gas detector is functioning as intended. Our servicing meets the highest industry standards, ensuring compliance and workplace safety.

What Does a Bump Test Involve?

A comprehensive bump test should include:

• Exposure to a known gas concentration to verify that the detector responds correctly.
• Activation of audible and visual alarms when gas is detected.
• Inspection of sensor filters to ensure they are not obstructed by dirt, mud, or chemicals that could impact gas detection.
• Assessment of external housing for missing screws, cracks, or other damage that could interfere with performance.

Comprehensive Calibration & Bump Testing Equipment

Control Equipment supplies calibration gas for gas detector testing and calibration, along with a full range of bump test equipment to keep your gas monitors operating at peak performance. Our calibration stations offer a convenient and automated solution for:

• Charging, calibration, and bump testing with automatic data storage.
• Connecting up to 10 calibration stations to a single PC for streamlined gas detector maintenance.
• Centralising all calibration and servicing data within a network-accessible location.

Expert Gas Detector Servicing & Support

At Control Equipment Pty Ltd, we offer 24/7 technical service and support for all portable gas detectors, fixed gas detection systems, and air sampling pumps. Our experienced service engineers specialise in gas detection calibration, repair, and compliance certification for all makes and models.

Our Gas Detector Servicing Includes:

✅ In-House Servicing of Portable Gas Detectors

• Factory-trained service engineers.
• State-of-the-art calibration and servicing lab.
• Calibration certificates for quality assurance.
• 1-2 day turnaround time.
• NATA traceable calibration gas for accuracy.

✅ Fixed Gas Detection System Commissioning & Compliance

• Supply, installation, and commissioning of fixed gas detection systems.
• 24/7 on-site servicing for gas monitoring systems.
• Compliance support with Green Star Ratings and certified calibration documentation.

✅ Ongoing Service & Fixed Price Service Agreements

• Automated reminders for calibration due dates.
• Comprehensive database management for service tracking.
• Fixed-cost service agreements for budget certainty and long-term planning.

Get Reliable Gas Detection Servicing Today

Control Equipment provides 24/7 onsite and offsite gas detector servicing to keep your workforce safe and compliant. Contact us today to learn more about our gas detection maintenance solutions and schedule your next gas detector calibration and servicing.