Plant managers can reduce potential risks by taking steps to preserve the safety of their fluid systems, which often transport high-pressure and high-temperature fluids and gases that can pose danger, according to a blog from Swagelok. The company offers pointers for building safer industrial fluid systems, particularly during design, that are often overlooked.
Swagelok advises against mixing components from different manufacturers, which can result in unpredictable performance, environmental releases, safety problems and increased costs. It’s also important to minimize opportunities for human error through consistent component labeling, according to the company
