How to Scientifically Maintain Lead Doors for Long-Term Radiation Safety | Shandong Qiite
How to Scientifically Maintain Lead Doors for Long-Term Radiation Safety | Shandong Qiite
Lead doors are a key line of defense in radiation protection projects, and their stable performance is crucial. Regular, professional maintenance not only extends the lifespan of lead doors but also ensures their long-lasting and reliable protection. Shandong Qiite Radiation Protection Engineering Co., Ltd., drawing on years of project experience, has compiled a detailed set of lead door maintenance procedures to help you build a strong safety barrier.
1. Daily Cleaning and Appearance Inspection: Maintaining Door Cleanliness and Intact Condition
Routine Cleaning: Gently brush away dust from the surface with a soft, dry cloth or feather duster weekly. Once a month, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with diluted neutral detergent (avoid strong acids or bases), then immediately wipe with a dry cloth. Key Point: Strictly prevent moisture from seeping into door seams or frame joints to prevent damage to the internal lead layer or components.
Appearance Inspection: Regularly inspect the door surface monthly for scratches, dents, corrosion, or paint peeling. If minor damage is discovered, repair it immediately with a special protective paint to prevent further damage.
II. Core Component Inspection and Lubrication: Ensure Smooth Operation
Moving Part Inspection:
Door Locks/Hinges: Before daily use, check that the door lock opens and closes smoothly. Check the hinges and screws weekly for looseness and tighten them promptly.
Tracks (for sliding doors): Check the track grooves weekly for dust, hard objects, and other debris, and clean them immediately to ensure they are free of obstructions.
Systematic Lubrication and Maintenance:
Lubricate all moving parts, including door locks, hinges, and tracks, quarterly. Use an appropriate amount of lubricant or a special guide rail lubricant.
Effect: Effectively reduces wear and eliminates unusual noise, ensuring smooth and flexible operation of the lead door.
III. Sealing and Protection Performance Testing: The Core of Safety
Sealing Strip Maintenance: Sealing strips are crucial for preventing radiation leakage. Inspect the sealing strips around the door frame every two months to ensure they remain elastic and are free of signs of aging, deformation, or damage. If any problems are discovered, they must be replaced immediately, and after installation, ensure a tight and secure fit.
Professional Inspection of Protective Performance: This is the most important maintenance task. We strongly recommend that you have our company or qualified professionals conduct a comprehensive protective performance inspection every six months to one year. Use a radiation detector to scan the door and its gaps to confirm that there has been no degradation in protective performance. If any degradation is detected, our experts will promptly identify the cause (such as lead layer displacement or deformation) and provide a professional solution.
IV. Usage and Storage Standards: Cultivating Good Habits
When not in use, keep lead doors closed to prevent potential deformation due to uneven stress over time.
Pile debris near the lead doors or perform any work that could impact the door to prevent structural damage caused by hard objects.
Conclusion
A scientific and ongoing maintenance plan is the cornerstone of long-term, stable operation of lead doors. Shandong Qi Te not only provides high-quality lead door products, but also offers comprehensive after-sales maintenance guidance and professional inspection services. Choosing Qi Te means more than just a door; it means a lasting commitment to safety.
