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Pressure testing is about more than finding leaks.Leak detection may be the first thing that comes to mind, but a proper...
09/04/2026

Pressure testing is about more than finding leaks.

Leak detection may be the first thing that comes to mind, but a properly executed pressure test can tell you much more about the condition and readiness of a system.

Pressure testing can help verify:

⚙️ Mechanical integrity
🔧 Fabrication and installation quality
✔️ System readiness
🔒 Isolation effectiveness

Finding a deficiency before startup gives your team the opportunity to address it while it’s still manageable — rather than discovering it once the system is already operating.

From construction and maintenance to commissioning, pressure testing remains one of the most valuable tools for reducing risk and building confidence before a system goes online.

At Stranco, our team provides the equipment, technical expertise, and field support to help customers test with confidence and keep critical work moving.

🌐Learn more about Stranco’s pressure testing capabilities at istranco.com.

09/03/2026

Turnarounds don’t wait — and neither should you.

Stranco is proud to now be an authorized distributor of PowerX International hydraulic tools across Louisiana and Texas, giving our customers even more access to the equipment and support they need to keep critical work moving.

From fl**ge maintenance and bolt tensioning to pipeline, refinery, and turnaround applications, PowerX brings proven hydraulic solutions to the job.

Pair that with Stranco’s rental fleet, field services, technical expertise, and responsive support, and you’ve got more than equipment — you’ve got a team ready to help you get the job done.

PowerX tools. Stranco support. Ready when you are.

🌐 Explore PowerX solutions available through Stranco at istranco.com/powerx.

09/02/2026

For more than 50 years, Stranco has helped customers keep projects moving with dependable equipment, trusted service, and experienced support.

From pressure testing and technical bolting to industrial tool rentals, calibration, and equipment repair, every service we provide has one goal: helping you get the job done safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Learn more about how the can support your next project at istranco.com.

📍 Find your nearest Stranco location:

Houma, LA
Jonathan Verdin
📧 [email protected]

Gonzales, LA
Eric Volquardts
📧 [email protected]

Highlands, TX
Troy Neil
📧 [email protected]

Odessa, TX
Kenny Pellegrin
📧 [email protected]

No matter where your project takes you, Stranco is ready to provide the equipment, expertise, and support you need.

🔧 More solutions. More support. Now powered by PowerX.Stranco is proud to announce that we are now an authorized PowerX ...
09/01/2026

🔧 More solutions. More support. Now powered by PowerX.

Stranco is proud to announce that we are now an authorized PowerX International distributor in Louisiana and Texas.

This partnership expands the hydraulic solutions available to our customers while pairing PowerX equipment with the responsive service, technical expertise, and local support you’ve come to expect from the .

From hydraulic tools and bolting solutions to lifting, pressing, and critical maintenance applications, we’re ready to help you find the right equipment for the job.

📍 Now serving PowerX customers across Louisiana & Texas.

🌐 Find the right PowerX solution for your next project at istranco.com/powerx.

📄 A PSV certificate tells you the result... but it doesn't tell the whole story.For many facilities, a valve certificati...
08/31/2026

📄 A PSV certificate tells you the result... but it doesn't tell the whole story.
For many facilities, a valve certification package gets reviewed once and then filed away.

But hidden within that documentation is valuable information that can help improve long-term reliability. 📈

A quality PSV package provides more than a simple pass/fail result—it can offer insight into:
🔍 As-Found condition
⚙️ Set pressure performance
🛠️ Repairs performed
🔩 Parts replaced
✅ As-Left results
📋 Traceability records

When reviewed over time, this data can help identify recurring issues, reveal reliability trends, and support better maintenance decisions before small problems become costly failures.

A valve certification shouldn't just satisfy an inspection requirement.

It should help you make better decisions for the next turnaround, shutdown, or maintenance cycle.

Learn more about Stranco's PSV services at istranco.com.

Downtime doesn't always begin with equipment failure.Sometimes, it starts with a damaged sealing surface.Even minor fl**...
08/28/2026

Downtime doesn't always begin with equipment failure.

Sometimes, it starts with a damaged sealing surface.

Even minor fl**ge damage can lead to:
✔️ Project delays
✔️ Leaks
✔️ Costly rework
✔️ Additional inspections

That's where field machining can make a difference.

By restoring sealing surfaces in place, field machining helps reduce unnecessary equipment removal and replacement—keeping outages on schedule and projects moving forward.

When every hour counts, having the right repair options can make all the difference.

Learn more about Stranco's field machining and industrial services at istranco.com.

08/26/2026

Southern Bolting customers — let’s reconnect.

If you worked with Southern Bolting Equipment in Gonzales, chances are you already know the location — and you may even still have the number saved.

The name has changed to Stranco, but the people-first service, dependable equipment, and commitment to quality you counted on haven’t gone anywhere.

What has changed? We can do even more for you.

Through our Gonzales location and the full Stranco team, customers now have access to a broader range of equipment, services, and field support, including:
🔧 Technical bolting equipment, rentals, repairs & calibrations
💧 Pressure testing equipment & field services
⚙️ Field machining equipment & services
🛠️ PSV/PRV testing, repair & certification
🔩 Valve automation
🏗️ Specialty rental equipment
👷 Industrial field services & project support

If you were a Southern Bolting customer and we lost touch during the transition, we’d love to reconnect and show you everything Stranco can offer today.

📍 Stranco | Gonzales, Louisiana
📞 225-644-4500
🌐 istranco.com

New name. Same commitment. More ways to get the job done.

Every startup carries risk—but pressure testing helps reduce it.Before a system is placed into service, pressure testing...
08/24/2026

Every startup carries risk—but pressure testing helps reduce it.

Before a system is placed into service, pressure testing provides the opportunity to identify issues while they're still manageable.

A properly executed pressure test helps verify:
✔️ Weld integrity
✔️ Leak-free connections
✔️ Proper component installation
✔️ System readiness for service

The goal isn't simply to pass a test.

It's to identify potential problems before they become costly operational issues.

At Stranco, our pressure testing services help customers move into startup with greater confidence by verifying system integrity before operations begin. Learn more about our Field Services and Pressure Testing capabilities on istranco.com.

📊 What does an "As-Found" condition really tell you?One of the most valuable parts of PSV testing happens before any adj...
08/21/2026

📊 What does an "As-Found" condition really tell you?

One of the most valuable parts of PSV testing happens before any adjustments are made.

The As-Found condition captures how a pressure relief valve was actually performing while in service. That information can reveal valuable insights, including:
✔️ Set pressure drift
✔️ Process contamination
✔️ Mechanical wear
✔️ Recurring issues
✔️ Long-term reliability trends

Accurate As-Found documentation does more than support compliance—it provides the data needed to make informed maintenance decisions, improve reliability, and identify issues before they become larger problems.

At Stranco, we know that good testing doesn't just provide a certification—it provides information that helps facilities operate more safely and efficiently.

Learn more about our PSV services at istranco.com.

08/19/2026

At Stranco, great customer service means more than providing quality equipment—it means being a reliable partner you can count on.

For over 50 years, we've proudly supported customers with dependable rental equipment, calibration and repair services, and responsive local support across the Gulf Coast.

📍 Houma, LA – Jonathan Verdin
📧 [email protected]

📍 Gonzales, LA – Eric Volquardts
📧 [email protected]

📍 Highlands, TX – Troy Neil
📧 [email protected]

📍 Odessa, TX – Kenny Pellegrin
📧 [email protected]

Have an upcoming project? We'd love to help.

Learn more about our services at istranco.com.

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109 W Woodlawn Ranch Road
Houma, LA
70363

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(985)5800711

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