Inspections

Our comprehensive inspections cover mechanical, operational, and safety issues to improve system reliability, reduce costs, and help you remain in environmental compliance.

Prevent Costly Downtime & Stay in Compliance

Improve your system’s reliability with our detailed inspections of all makes and models of air pollution control and gas-fired equipment. Each inspection includes a detailed report featuring an executive summary that outlines your system’s overall condition. Critical action items and maintenance recommendations are clearly prioritized and supported with photographic documentation.

Since we’re not a manufacturer of equipment, we’re 100% impartial. Our agnostic, third-party inspections give you an honest assessment of your system’s condition. We’ll inform you of any defects we find, including design and installation flaws.

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Our inspections are among the industry’s most complete and consistent.

Our Inspection Checklist – Every Component, Every Time

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  • System Components
  • System Controls & Gauges
  • System Temperatures
  • Control Panel
  • Fuel Regulators
  • Key parts and instruments
  • Interlocks
  • Valves and Switches
  • Monitoring Devices
  • Strainers
  • More

“Let me tell you, PolSys has a very thorough and professional team, they came out in 2 days and did our annual inspections. Very detailed report vs. competitor’s report.”

Maintenance Supervisor, Metals/Mining

Gain Actionable Insight with our R.I.S.C. Platform

Our exclusive R.I.S.C. (Reliability Improvement, Safety, Compliance) software ensures that every component of your system is inspected, documented, and photographed every time. Detailed reports and helpful recommendations categorized by importance are always accessible through our secure online portal.

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R.I.S.C. features include:

  • Powerful Detail – including photographs, so you gain insight and can take action
  • Consistent Reporting – the software prevents anything from being overlooked
  • Easy Data Tracking – so you can improve operational efficiency
  • Centralized Digital Archive – inspection reports won’t get lost, even with employee turnover
  • Anywhere, Anytime Access – log in through a secure, password-protected portal on our site

What Types of Equipment Does PolSys Inspect?

We’re experienced with virtually all makes and models of:

  • Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs)
  • Direct-Fired Thermal Oxidizers & Enclosed Flares
  • Catalytic Oxidizers
  • Recuperative Thermal Oxidizers
  • Wet Scrubbers
  • Ovens
  • Other Types of Air Pollution Control Equipment & Gas-Fired Equipment
  • Burners / Gas Trains (including mandatory annual NFPA-compliant safety inspections)

Schedule an impartial inspection by calling us at 713-999-1100, completing our contact form, or emailing [email protected].

Is an OEM the Best Choice for Aftermarket Services?

Relying on the original OEM to service your systems can make sense during the warranty period, but what about after that? When you hire PolSys Services as a third-party service provider you enjoy cost efficiency, unbiased recommendations, faster response times, broader technical expertise, and more value-added service. You get the biggest bang for every “service” buck!

Related Case Studies

RTO Upgrade Restores Performance for Engine Manufacturer

When a Fortune 100 engine manufacturing facility in the Southwest brought in PolSys for routine RTO and Zeolite Concentrator training, our field engineer uncovered critical system failures—including a plugged pressure transmitter and degraded components—that had gone unnoticed for months. This case study reveals how expert insight prevented costly downtime and restored regulatory compliance.

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Aftermarket Services: OEMs vs. Independent Service Companies

Using an OEM’s aftermarket services can make sense during a system’s warranty period, but what about when the warranty expires? There are many compelling reasons to hire a third-party service provider instead.

24/7 Nationwide Service

We provide responsive, nationwide coverage for our services, including the metropolitan areas of Houston, Dallas, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and The Northeast.

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