| Why Label Our Valves? |
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| It is at the valve that personnel
can be expected to encounter changes or be asked to make a decision, which
if mistaken, could potentially lead to a devastating outcome. With thousands
of unique components being operated, maintained and inspected in the average
plant, a systematic approach to labeling valves and components is essential.
Effective labeling allows you to: |
• Increase plant availability
• Assist with predictive maintenance
• Expedite repairs and emergency response
• Improve training and safety
• Automate reports and logs to facilitate record-keeping.
• Comply with EPA emission requirements |
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After |
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| Evidence of a poorly marked plant can be seen
in the informal markings of a typical plant:
Dymo Tape, magic markers, chalk or spray
painted markings. |
Much more information is required and more
and more plants are finding that bar-coded valve tags are the best way to
identify their components, systems, facilities, potential hazards. |
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