About FAST Testing

First Alert Sling Testing, LLC — the Gulf Coast's only provider of mobile, self-contained ASTM E-4 calibrated proof testing. We come to your location. Every time.

Who We Are

The Leader in Rigging
Equipment Compliance

FAST Testing is the leader in the industry, offering peace of mind that your rigging equipment will be in full compliance with the latest regulations. Armed with requirements from major oil companies and regulatory agencies, FAST Testing handles your testing, certifying, cataloging, and inventory.

We are the ONLY company in the area that utilizes an ASTM E-4 calibrated, mobile testing system — and the only company that comes to YOUR location. When we leave, your certified equipment goes straight back to work. No hotshot. No waiting.

At FAST Testing, our goal is to eliminate every headache associated with testing and recertification. Your compliance problem is our problem to solve.

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Mobile Test System

The only ASTM E-4 calibrated portable test bed in Louisiana. Accurate to ±1% traceable to NIST. Manufactured by Roberts Testing and driven by a GoBook II ruggedized computer with a compressed foil strain gauge load cell rated to 150,000 pounds. Powered by an Aggreko silent generator — completely self-contained.

Geographic Coverage

Based in Lafayette, LA. We service the entire Gulf Coast area — Louisiana, Texas, and beyond. We travel to your location wherever you are operating.

Documented Deliverable

Every proof test produces a signed Certificate of Testing with the actual load-vs-time graph printed on it. Fabricated, inspected, and certified per Federal Spec RR-W-410D, ASME B30.9, API 9A/9B/2D, and OSHA Industrial Slings standards.

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Manufacturer Independence

FAST Testing operates completely independent from any sling manufacturers, as recommended by several major oil companies. This ensures objective, unbiased certification every time.

Differentiators

Every Advantage.
One Testing Provider.

01
ASTM E-4 Calibrated Test Bed

The only mobile, self-contained ASTM E-4 calibrated proof test bed in Louisiana. Accurate to ±1% traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

02
Level II Certified Inspectors

Every job performed by Level II inspectors for on-site testing and recertification that meets all regulatory requirements.

03
Computer-Monitored Testing

Real-time computer recording using Test 35 software. Every certificate includes an actual graph of the test itself.

04
Hostile Environment Tags

Heavy-duty tags rated for the harsh conditions of oilfield environments — built to last in the field.

05
Ultra-Rugged Field Computers

GoBook II ruggedized computers minimize service interruption risk during testing. No standard laptop failures in the field.

06
$5M Liability Insurance

The highest liability coverage in the industry at $5,000,000 — protecting you and your operation on every engagement.

07
On-Site Tax Savings

Testing performed at your location saves an additional 8% in tax. Convenience that pays for itself.

08
75-Ton Test Capacity

21'6" pin-to-pin length with FAST Length Doubler available. Future expansion to larger capacity and configurations planned.

The Rig in the Field

Mobile Proof Testing
in Operation

FAST Testing mobile test bed on oilfield location
// Mobile Test BedTrailered, self-contained, ASTM E-4 calibrated
Hydraulic test mechanism close-up
// The MechanismHydraulic test bed — Roberts Testing
Level II inspector handling wire rope sling
// Level II InspectorANSI / OSHA compliant inspection
Wire rope under test with indicator clamps
// Proof TestWire rope at 2×WLL with indicator hardware
Test bed with rigging equipment on deck
// On LocationGulf Coast oilfield service facility

Ready to Schedule Your Testing?

We come to you. Call or email to get on the schedule.

Call 337-261-5860