This is an update to a blog that was originally posted on 10/4/16. You can read the original blog here. When reviewing an ammonia refrigeration Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) and comparing it to the actual refrigeration system, I am often surprised at how often valves have not been physically labeled to match the P&ID. […]
Ammonia Under Investigation in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… Chemical Safety Board Releases Update on July 2024 Hazardous Ammonia Release – The incident occurred due to the discharge of an emergency pressure relief valve, which resulted in the release of approximately 170 pounds of anhydrous ammonia, according to company officials. […keep reading] Safety Systems Inspection Checklist […]
Ammonia Blowin In The Wind in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… How Wind Helped Disperse Ammonia Leak Caused by Explosion in Louisville – While the wind could help disperse some of the leak where the explosion happened, residents in other neighborhoods may begin to smell the aftermath. […keep reading] Ammonia Leak at Pattani Ice Plant Sickens […]
Summary In September 2016, the development of a small hole in the wall of an ammonia suction pipe resulted in a release of 15 lbs of ammonia. Neglected insulation breaches allowed moisture to accumulate on carbon steel piping. This resulted in corrosion and eventually, a pinhole developed in the wall of the pipe. Release Calculation […]
Ammonia Leaks Galore in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… JBS Plant in Louisville Evacuated After Small Chemical Leak – Officials said no one was hurt, but one employee was checked as a precaution. […keep reading] Ammonia Leak at Plant in High Point – Crews at the scene are controlling the leak and ventilating the building […]
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