Testing and Troubleshooting

Our experienced team can help you identify system issues before they turn into bigger problems.

Steam Trap Audits

We regularly conduct Steam Trap Audits in the Kansas City area and beyond. We will inspect and evaluate the steam traps in your system to identify inefficiencies and potential energy losses. During the process, we will ID, document, and tag each trap. After the inspection, you’ll get a detailed report of our findings, with recommendations on how to improve your system’s performance for energy efficiency and cost reduction.

Safety Relief Valve Testing

We’re here to help you keep your pressurized systems safe. Our team offers Safety Relief Valve Testing in the Kansas City area and beyond. We make sure your valves are free of leaks and opening and reseating at the designated pressure. Whether your project requires in-line or bench testing, we’re able to help you maintain system reliability and detect issues before they become big problems.

Education

Stay ahead with MKS’s hands-on education. Held on-site at our Kansas City, Kansas location, in our interactive classroom with fully equipped steam lab, our educational events provide hands-on learning from experts to keep you at the top of your game.

Steam lab

Our Steam Lab class offers practical, in-person training on steam and condensate systems. Participants gain real-world experience in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of steam traps, regulators, and safety devices. This immersive class helps your team boost safety, improve efficiency, and reduce costly downtime. Perfect for plant operators, maintenance staff, and engineers looking to deepen their understanding of steam systems.

Valve Automation 101

In Valve Automation 101, you’ll learn the essentials of automated valve systems in a clear, accessible format. This class covers actuator types, valve selection, control logic, and common setup challenges. Whether you’re new to automation or need a refresher, our experts guide you through common challenges from the field—helping you specify, install, and troubleshoot valve automation solutions with confidence.

Custom Parts
and Fabrication

No two jobs are alike, and you can’t always wait weeks for that part you need - if they even make it anymore. That’s why we offer custom fabrication solutions, including specialty gaskets, in-house machining, and custom valve actuation. We build to your specs, ensuring a perfect fit and reliable performance every time.

Custom Gaskets

You have all the pipes, valves and fittings on hand only to realize you forgot to order the gaskets you need, or worse, you find out they don’t even make the gasket for the valve you are repairing any more. Don’t worry, MKS has you covered. MKS offers on-demand custom gasket cutting in a range of materials, complex shapes, and almost any size to get you back on track quickly.

In-House Machining

Our on-site machine shop is equipped with everything required to make your custom parts and pipe. If you have a job that’s held up waiting for parts, let us know. We offer custom machining, pipe threading, and powder coating. We love a challenge!

Valve Actuation

The crew in our valve actuation room is factory trained and passionate about keeping your system running smoothly. Regardless of the type of actuator - pneumatic, hydraulic, or otherwise - we’ve repaired, tested, or built.