Reliability & Maintenance

To keep plants running smoothly, testing and troubleshooting tools are evolving to improve maintenance workers’ efficiency and productivity. Condition monitoring technologies free up resources and give professionals the information they need about asset health. In addition, as more real-time asset health information becomes available plants can turn to a proactive rather than reactive approach.

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Prevent Backflow into Vacuum Towers During Upsets

Modifying vacuum systems using a sealed vent leg in the hot-well improves safety and reliability.
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Optimizing Centrifugal Pumps: A Blueprint for Chemical Processing Success

Mastering selection, operation and troubleshooting to enhance plant efficiency and reduce downtime.

Strengthening Piping System Resilience: Navigating Nozzle Loads and Shell Flexibility

Navigating challenges from thermal movements to cold operating scenarios for cost-effective and reliable systems.
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Advanced Corrosion Monitoring Provides Real-time Insights, Improves Chemical Operations

Continuous wall thickness monitoring for corrosive services can minimize damage and protect workers.

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Corrosion Risk Assessment Tool Available

July 23, 2024
Tool helps quantify the corrosion susceptibility and consequence of equipment and infrastructure.
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Motion Forms Fluid Power Business Brand

June 3, 2022
A new website features Mi FPS’s full capabilities.
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Motion Industries Acquires Kaman Distribution Group

Jan. 5, 2022
The purchase price was approximately $1.3 billion in cash.
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Infographic -- Proper Grab Sampling Can Make A Big Difference

Sept. 28, 2021
Areas of improvement, challenges and finding true representative samples worry operators.

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Integrated Solution for System Reliability

Feb. 1, 2023
The sheer volume of data available today makes identifying operating problems and compliance risks challenging for many industries and their workforces. With the right integrated...
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Not All CPVC Piping Systems Perform The Same

Dec. 17, 2014
Newly Developed CPVC Piping Systems are Pressure Rated 25% Higher than Traditional CPVC SystemsSince its introduction to the market in 1959 by The Lubrizol Corporation, chlorinated...
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CP Reliability eHandbook: Manage Your Assets

Nov. 14, 2014
Reliability programs are now standard business practice in companies that rely heavily on machines, equipment and other physical assets. However, plants are continually challenged...
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eHandbook: Improve Your Maintenance Practices

Sept. 26, 2014
More than 25% of maintenance done today is unnecessary and can introduce additional failure risks. Developing and implementing predictive maintenance strategies and practices ...
Figure 4. Choosing higher-grade components could eliminate the need to replace or repair components for the life of your system.

Lower Maintenance Costs Through Modern Gas Panel Management

Modernizing gas distribution components in your system can help you move gas more efficiently and effectively.

Process Monitoring Maintains Productivity, Mitigates Downtime

May 15, 2023
Analytical equipment needs to be robust, reliable and responsive in order to detect change and enable corrective action. It also should be easy to use and provide high uptime....
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Podcast: Lessons Learned From 1988 Shell Plant Explosion

May 2, 2023
A corroded vapor line caused the deadly incident. This episode talks about ways to stay ahead of corrosion concerns and how to better protect workers in case of unthinkable catastrophe...
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Outfitting new grab-sampling systems begins with an undamaged cylinder, but the stresses of regular use can cause cylinders to degrade over time. That is why it is crucial to implement a proactive sample cylinder maintenance program.

5 Tips to Optimize Sample Cylinder Performance in Chemical Plants

Implementing a preventive maintenance plan will reduce unnecessary downtime and the associated costs.