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Mechanical Integrity 101 | Oil Separators October 28th, 2014
Next time you are performing a Mechanical Integrity Inspection of an Oil Separator be sure to check the tightness of the nuts being used to fasten the manway access to the Oil Separator. Recently, I received this picture illustrating what vibration can do to a nut over an extended period of time. Thankfully, the design of the […]
Ammonia Week in Review | November 15, 2013 November 15th, 2013
We have regulation updates and ammonia refrigeration resources to share with you in this weeks edition of the Ammonia Week In Review… OSHA is considering revising its PSM standard – OSHA is considering revising its Process Safety Management (PSM) standard, 29 CFR 1910.119, to address gaps in safety coverage; or updating its Flammable Liquids standard, 29 […]
Ammonia Week in Review | November 8, 2013 November 8th, 2013
We captured several stories from the past week that will be worth your time to review… Safe Access to Ammonia Equipment – Question: Do I have to provide safe access to all of my ammonia refrigeration equipment? Answer: According to current codes and standards, the answer is a resounding YES! The 2013 California Mechanical Code states the following […]
Ammonia Week in Review | August 9, 2013 August 9th, 2013
It was a very busy week for ammonia in the world news. We’ve summarized it in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… Ammonia Leak Sickens 17 at Schneider’s Dairy – Several people were sickened and taken to a hospital as a precaution after an ammonia leak was reported Monday at Schneider’s Dairy. Officials said […]