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Introduction
Maintaining the integrity and ensuring safe operation of
process equipment in a cost-efficient manner is a
significant challenge. The operating environment of each
process is unique, and many plant-specific factors must
be considered. An effective Mechanical Integrity program
will prioritize risks and make the best use of internal
and external resources in planning and scheduling
activities to cost-effectively achieve safety gains and
regulatory compliance while decreasing downtime.
The PSM regulation calls for management of more than 100
highly hazardous chemicals contained in process piping
and equipment. To meet one key element of the regulatory
requirements, plants are required to monitor the
mechanical integrity of piping, vessels, tanks, and
equipment.
Our Services
We can establish more effective implementation of your
mechanical integrity program through implementation
training tailored to your organization's existing
maintenance practices, measuring performance after
implementation, tracking non-conforming conditions and
identifying opportunities for improvement.
The following typical implementation programs are
available.
Development of Equipment Management System
An equipment database that captures all relevant
information (process conditions, design specifications,
previous inspection data, etc.) for each piece of
covered equipment.
Risk Based Inspection (RBI)
By using the equipment database as a basis, a risk
analysis is performed on each piece of equipment in
accordance with API RP 580 and API 581 to
determine failure modes, probable failure locations, and
the consequence of failure
Inspection program development and implementation
On the basis of the equipment database and RBI
analysis, an inspection program is developed to optimize
inspection and maintenance resources in accordance with
API recommended practices 510, 570, 576, and 653.
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