Michael Strobel, Swagelok Company, USA, identifies common causes and costs of fluid system leaks, and outlines methods to prevent them.
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luid system leaks are a frequently occurring problem in many industrial facilities. Their commonality, however, does not make them less problematic. Even the smallest leak can compromise a plant’s safety and profitability. To best defend against leaks, it is helpful to understand how and why leaks occur, how to locate and test for them, and how to develop a strategy to address and reduce leaks plantwide.
HYDROCARBON 55
ENGINEERING
September 2021
