Commercial Eddy Current Testing (Chillers) in Ontario, CA

What Eddy Current Testing Reveals—and Why It Matters

Eddy current testing (ECT) is a non‑destructive method that scans your chiller’s condenser and evaporator tubes to identify hidden defects before they trigger unplanned outages. By pinpointing thinning, pitting, cracking, baffle fretting, and deposits, ECT helps Ontario facilities maintain cooling capacity, control energy costs, and extend equipment life while protecting occupants and critical processes.

• Wall loss and general corrosion
• Pitting and under‑deposit corrosion
• Cracks at tube sheets and support plates
• Fretting at baffles and vibration wear
• Erosion from high velocity flow
• Blockages and fouling that reduce heat transfer

The result is a precise map of tube health—so you can plug the right tubes, plan repairs, or time replacements without guesswork.

Our Commercial Testing Process

• Pre‑assessment: We review make/model, metallurgy, tube count, and operational history to tailor test parameters.
• Preparation: Coordinate safe lockout/tagout, isolate and open the bundle, and ensure access for efficient scanning.
• Calibration: Reference standards matched to your metallurgy establish accurate thresholds and repeatability.
• Scanning: Digital probes collect high‑resolution signals across the full length of each tube.
• Analysis: Engineer‑level interpretation converts signal data into clear defect calls and severity coding.
• Reporting: You receive prioritized recommendations, tube maps, and a maintenance action plan.
• Follow‑up: Post‑repair validation and baseline trending support predictive maintenance.

What You Receive After Testing

• Executive summary for stakeholders
• Heat exchanger identification, metallurgy, and tube counts
• Color‑coded tube sheets and defect maps
• Severity rankings and repair priorities
• Recommended tube plugging or re‑tubing scope
• Cleaning and water‑treatment suggestions
• Budgetary guidance and next inspection interval
• Photo documentation where applicable

When To Schedule Eddy Current Testing

Many Ontario facilities schedule ECT annually or every 1–3 years depending on water quality, load profile, and tube alloy. Other smart triggers include seasonal start‑up, after heavy fouling or a chemistry upset, post‑repair verification, prior to purchasing a building, or when capacity or approach temperatures begin trending the wrong way.

AC PRO Support and OEM Alignment

We support chillers supplied through AC PRO locations across Southern California and align our testing with OEM guidance and industry best practices. Our team is factory‑trained by Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Electric (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Haier (China). Whether your site sources parts through AC PRO or another distributor, our process keeps your equipment within OEM tolerances and your documentation audit‑ready.

Industries We Serve in Ontario, CA

• Hospitals, labs, and life sciences
• Data centers and mission‑critical facilities
• Manufacturing and distribution
• Hotels, entertainment, and retail
• Universities, schools, and government
• Commercial office towers and mixed‑use

Why #1 AC Guys

• 80+ years of engineering expertise, 4th‑generation family business
• Specialists in large, complex commercial projects
• Engineer‑authored reports with prioritized actions
• Minimal disruption, after‑hours and off‑season scheduling
• Data‑driven maintenance planning to extend asset life
• Transparent pricing and clear scopes of work

Healthy Buildings, Reliable Cooling

Reliable chillers are at the heart of healthy indoor air quality and consistent comfort. Precise tube condition data helps you maintain coil cleanliness, stable temperatures, and efficient dehumidification—supporting occupant well‑being and productivity across Ontario workplaces.

Service Area and Dispatch

We serve Ontario, CA and neighboring communities across Southern California, including Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. Need coordinated multi‑site testing? Our team can plan phased work to minimize downtime while keeping your operations on schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does ECT take?

Typical projects range from a few hours to a full day per bundle, depending on tube count, access, and site safety requirements. We tailor crews to meet your timeline.

Can you test both condenser and evaporator bundles?

Yes. We test and report each bundle separately, then provide a combined action plan so you can sequence cleaning, plugging, or re‑tubing efficiently.

Do you perform repairs after testing?

We can execute tube plugging, cleaning coordination, and plan re‑tubing scopes, delivering a turnkey path from findings to fixes.

Can testing be done while the chiller runs?

No. The chiller must be safely shut down, isolated, and opened. We commonly schedule off‑hours or shoulder seasons to avoid production impact.

How do you work with AC PRO?

We service equipment sourced through AC PRO and leverage their local availability for materials and logistics support, helping accelerate approved repairs and parts sourcing.

Get Started Today

Put data behind every chiller decision. Contact #1 AC Guys to schedule commercial eddy current testing in Ontario, CA. Our engineer‑led team will scope your project, coordinate safe access, and deliver actionable results—so you can protect uptime, efficiency, and budgets with confidence.