Commercial Eddy Current Testing for Chillers in Calabasas

When chiller reliability matters, eddy current testing (ECT) delivers the facts you need. At #1 AC Guys, we combine advanced non‑destructive examination with rigorous engineering discipline to uncover tube conditions before they become costly failures. Our mission is healthy air for healthy lives—and that starts with stable, efficient cooling that protects comfort, processes, and indoor air quality across Calabasas commercial properties.

What Eddy Current Testing Finds

ECT reveals metal loss and defects inside condenser and evaporator tubes without removing them. Using calibrated probes matched to your tube material and size, we detect:

• General wall thinning, pitting, and localized corrosion
• Erosion from high velocity or chemical imbalance
• Baffle wear, vibration wear, and fretting at support plates
• ID/OD defects, cracking indications, and denting
• U‑bend concerns and tube expansion joint issues

The result is a precise condition snapshot that supports safe, data‑driven decisions—plugging, cleaning, chemical treatment, or retubing—before efficiency drops or leaks appear.

Our Step‑by‑Step Process

• Planning and scope alignment with your team and operating schedule
• Safety and lockout coordination to minimize disruption
• Tube access and cleaning to ensure reliable signal quality
• Probe selection, reference standard calibration, and test setup
• Systematic scanning with real‑time signal monitoring
• Impedance plane analysis and signal interpretation
• Color‑coded tube mapping and severity ranking
• Actionable recommendations and debrief with stakeholders

Every project concludes with a clear, concise report you can hand to decision‑makers and maintenance teams.

Deliverables You Can Act On

• Color‑coded tube maps with unique IDs and defect locations
• Quantified wall loss estimates and trendable metrics
• Priority list for tube plugging or follow‑up inspection
• Root‑cause insights (flow, chemistry, vibration, fouling)
• Budget and timeline guidance for repair vs. replacement

We also help establish baselines for new or recently serviced equipment, so future inspections show real progress and ROI.

Materials, Sizes, and Systems

Our instruments and probes cover copper, cupronickel, stainless steel, and titanium tubes across common commercial chiller sizes. We work confidently on water‑cooled chillers and heat exchangers from major OEMs, providing unbiased diagnostics that integrate with your preventive maintenance program.

Why Calabasas Facilities Choose #1 AC Guys

• 80+ years of engineering expertise; 4th‑generation family business
• Specialists in commercial and complex projects
• Factory‑trained experience with leading HVAC manufacturers at their facilities: Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Electric (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Haier (China)
• Rapid scheduling, clear communication, and meticulous documentation
• Mission‑driven focus on healthy air and dependable building comfort

From office parks and retail centers to campuses, studios, and healthcare, we tailor ECT programs to your downtime windows and risk profile.

Smarter Maintenance, Lower Risk

ECT supports predictive maintenance by catching early‑stage defects before they spread. That means fewer emergency shutdowns, steadier capacity on hot days, and better energy performance. Combined with proper water treatment and vibration control, ECT helps extend tube life and protect your capital investment.

When to Schedule Testing

• Annually or biennially for critical facilities and large tonnage plants
• Before/after major overhauls, cleaning, or water chemistry changes
• When capacity dips, approach temps rise, or leaks are suspected
• As a baseline after installation or tube bundle replacement

We can align inspections with your shoulder seasons to reduce impact on occupants and operations.

Safety, Standards, and Quality

We follow industry‑standard procedures with calibrated equipment and documented QA. Our reports are structured for easy review, planning, and record‑keeping. Need multi‑site consistency across a portfolio? We standardize formats and KPIs so trends are meaningful and comparable.

Service Area

Based in Los Angeles, we serve Calabasas and the wider region: Los Angeles County and nearby areas including Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. Multi‑property and multi‑county deployments are available on coordinated schedules.

Start With a No‑Obligation Consultation

Tell us about your chiller make, tube material, tonnage, and operating constraints. We’ll outline scope, access needs, sample deliverables, and a firm timeline—so you know exactly what to expect. With #1 AC Guys, you get engineering‑level rigor, practical field execution, and clear recommendations that help you prevent downtime and stretch your chiller’s useful life.

Ready to protect your plant with precise, professional eddy current testing in Calabasas? Let our 4th‑generation team put 80+ years of engineering experience to work for your facility.