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I was introduced to Smith Flow Control's family of interlocks today and they look interesting. It's a new approach to valve safety that eliminates human error. Here is what their press release says:

In the oil, gas and chemical processing industries, many routine procedures involving process equipment are potentially dangerous if executed incorrectly or in unsafe conditions. To ensure that these routine procedures are executed correctly, Smith Flow Control's (SFC) valve interlocks systems control the sequence in which process equipment is accessed and operated.

Valve interlock systems are single or dual-keyed mechanical locking devices that control the sequence in which process equipment may be operated. They are widely accepted as an effective safety management tool and are being adopted by many of the world's oil, gas and chemical major companies. Valve interlocks are also recommended in a number of internationally recognized standards for specific process applications.

The Smith Flow Control interlocks systems use a 'key transfer' principle to ensure operational control of safety-critical systems involving worker intervention. The interlock fits all types of lever-operated quarter-turn valves including ball, butterfly and plug valves. The "GL" interlock is made for handwheel-operated valves including gate, globe and gear-operated valves. The "SFC DL3" interlock, made specifically for pigtrap and pressure applications, is adaptable to all types of vessel or access closures.

Smith Flow Control interlocks are constructed of stainless steel and lubricated for life. Each style of interlock is quickly installed on any valve or associated equipment with no modifications required. Smith Flow Control also offers customized solutions to customers with specialized requirements.

More information is available in article in IDS Water or visit the Smith Flow Control web site.

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1 Comments:

 control valves said...

I believe construction of such projects requires knowledge of engineering and management principles and business procedures, economics, and human behavior.

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