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Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a safety management tool in which the risks or hazards of a specific job in the workplace are identified, and then measures to eliminate or …

  Since the 1970s, many oil and gas plants have been built with a large fleet of reciprocating compressors installed. These types of compressors have not received the same high-priority …

The right level instrumentation is key to keeping boilers on an even keel. Guided-wave radar offers a critical combination of capabilities. If asked to make a short list of factors …

19.0    SAFETY DEVICES Process equipment is designed to operate at a pressure at least 10% above maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP), and at temperatures much higher than normal operating temperatures.  …

18.0    CHECK VALVES   The check valve has a specific purpose, that is, to protect plant and equipment from the consequences of reversed flow conditions.  If the flow does reverse, …

FLANGES & GASKETS.   Flanges are available in a range of standard fittings, either made of cast iron or carbon steel.  The number of bolt holes in a flange will …

7.4       Gaskets   Gaskets are used to provide a fluid‑tight joint. They must be made of a softer material than the metal surfaces. Gaskets are generally incorporated as the seal …

By the end of the Article, You will be able to understand: Purpose of flare systems How flare systems operate Different types of flare Safety when operating flare systems Source …

By the end of this article, you will be able to:   Describe the Shut down systems. Describe the Emergency Shutdown systems. Describe the Pressure Release systems. Describe the Fire …

TABLE OF CONTENTS   Paragraph                                                                                                                                Page   1.0      OBJECTIVES.                                                                                                                 2 2.0      INTRODUCTION.                                                                                                            3 3.0     BASIC THEORY OF DIESEL ENGINE.                                                                          3 4.0      FOUR CYCLE …