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The Leader in Leak Detection
For Over 60 Years!
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Superior® Smoke Generators are used for literally hundreds of applications. Firefighter training, sewer inflow leak detection, special effects, HVAC testing, truck and trailer leak detection, law enforcement, military, IED simulation, and a variety of other air flow visualization and leak detection applications.
By detecting the ultrasonic sound created by turbulence and friction in industrial equipment, these extraordinary instruments pinpoint compressed air leaks, vacuum leaks, refrigerant leaks, worn bearings, and internal leaks through valves and steam traps.
Vacuum Bagging and Resin Infusion Leak Detection
Vacuum Bagging and Resin Infusion Leak Detection
Find vacuum leaks with Superior AccuTrak®!
When vacuum bagging or performing a resin infusion, having a perfect seal is a must. With Superior AccuTrak® it is easy to scan for and pinpoint the exact location of leaks in your vacuum bag, vacuum pump, hoses, or any membrane under vacuum. AccuTrak’s powerful sensor picks up the ultrasonic sound generated by a vacuum leak allowing the user to quickly identify the the source. High quality, affordable, and extremely powerful, the AccuTrak® VPE is an essential tool for both amateur and professional vacuum bagging and resin infusion manufacturing.
Chimney
Chimney Smoke Testing with Superior® Smoke
NFPA Standard 211 requires a smoke test of all masonry chimneys before being put into operation. Smoke testing chimneys with Superior® Smoke will identify any defects which can cause fumes to leak through the chimney or flue structure.
Chimney Smoke Testing Procedure
Burn some newspaper, or use a blowtorch to establish a flue draw. Ignite smoke generator according to instructions. When smoke begins rising from top of chimney, seal the top and base of the flue. Close all doors, ash pit covers and vents. Do not seal flue if it is to be used with a gas appliance. Check all sides for leakage, including areas around windows near the chimney, and roof space areas.
→ Airflow Literature
→ Smoke Pellet Literature
→ Smoke Candle Information
Plumbing
Plumbing Smoke Testing with Superior® Smoke
Did you ever wish you had a dollar for every time a customer asked you about an annoying odor on their property? Well, you can get a lot more than a dollar if you know how to find the source of that odor quickly and professionally. The solution to this problem is smoke testing! Although there are hundreds of sewer and septic service professionals regularly performing plumbing smoke tests, it is surprising how many contractors have yet to discover this quick, inexpensive, and effective test.
Find Sources of Odor
Anywhere a smell can go, the smoke will go too. In minutes a plumbing smoke test will reveal sources and causes of odor that might take days to find any other way.
Find Plumbing Faults
Plumbing smoke tests reveal cracked or broken pipes, leaks, bad connections, improper venting, open pipes or fittings, dry traps, etc.
Test New Plumbing
As your primary test, or as a secondary test to locate the leak, a plumbing smoke test is fast and easy.
→ DWV System Smoke Test Procedure
→ Smoke Candle Information
HVAC
HVAC Smoke Testing with Superior® Smoke
Smoke testing effectively and inexpensively reveals leaks and other faults in heating and air conditioning duct work. The Superior method of generating smoke by chemical reaction eliminates costly equipment and time consuming operations in pinpointing HVAC leaks.
Detecting HVAC Leaks
Smoke testing has eliminated the need for tedious and time consuming soaping techniques. When smoke testing HVAC systems, smoke is traditionally introduced through the system intake. The highly visible Superior® Smoke readily blends with air allowing for the technician to quickly identify leaks in the system. Usually there are openings large enough to admit a pail or similar non-flammable container with a smoke candle in the system. We suggest introducing smoke twice the volume of the area being tested.
→ HVAC Smoke Testing Literature
→ Smoke Candle Information
Fire Training
Fire Training with Superior® Smoke
The Most Realistic Smoke for Fire Training
Superior Signal Company has been the leader in fire training smoke for over 60 years and the only company to offer BOTH rugged Smoke Machines, and disposable high-volume Smoke Generators. Smoke Generators and Smoke Machines are safe and effective tools for simulating the confusion and danger of a real fire. Regular drills with training smoke teach firefighters and other first responders to avoid disorientation, improve efficiency, and minimize panic - enabling them to concentrate on fighting fires and making rescues.
There are a lot of options out there when selecting a Smoke Machine - many companies offer low grade "consumer" or "theatrical" machines that rarely last a season, while others sell overpriced machines with useless bells & whistles that are out of reach for all but the largest fire departments. In the end what really matters is Smoke Output, Reliability, and Price... in other words, VALUE! The Superior ST-10 Smoke Machine puts out the most smoke of any 110 volt unit, is backed by a full one year warranty, and priced right. Superior Signal Company also offers full in-house repair services and parts for our smoke machines.
→ Superior® Smoke Drills Brochure
→ Smoke Candle Information
For over 60 years, Superior Signal Company has provided industry with quality products at attractive prices. Our American made, Superior® Smoke Generators and AccuTrak® Ultrasonic Leak Detectors are the professionals choice for literally hundreds of applications. Please visit one of our websites above to learn more about how our innovative products can help you.