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Before you install a piping system for a new plant construction project or an existing plant expansion, it is important to conduct a hydrostatic test on the piping system. This test pressurizes the piping system and may expose instruments such as pressure indicators, switches and transmitters to pressures that exceed their capacity. At Ashcroft – a leading authority in pressure and temperature instrumentation – we are often asked by customers what they can do to prevent their instruments from getting damaged in over-pressure applications. Read this article to learn about 5 common strategies that we recommend to keep your instruments protected during the testing process. When you are done reading, you will be able to decide which approach is best for your specific needs. You will also be given additional resources that address other common questions we receive about keeping systems running safely and efficiently.