Pressure Vessels: What to look for when operating a pressure vessel


Release time:

2023-08-25

Vessel usually refers to a vessel structure that holds materials such as solids, liquids and gases. Pressure vessels, in a broad sense, include all closed containers that are subjected to fluid pressure loads. Usually, it refers to those special equipment which are more prone to accidents, especially the destructive nature of the accident. The pressure vessel as a petrochemical production process in the process of the main equipment, the following we take a look at the operation of what you need to pay attention to it.

 First, the pressure vessel operator should be familiar with the post of the process, the structure of the container, category, the main technical parameters and technical performance, strictly in accordance with the operating procedures. Master the method of dealing with general accidents, carefully fill out the relevant records.

 Second, the operator must obtain the “Pressure Vessel Operator Certificate” issued by the local labor department and the unit's “Safety Operation Certificate” before going to work. Abnormal situations occurring in the work should be dealt with in a timely manner and reported to the superiors. To ensure the safe operation of the equipment, need to do the following: smooth operation; prevent overloading; emergency shutdown.

 The causes of pressure vessel accidents are often multi-faceted, summarized in the main design, manufacture, installation, use, inspection and repair, safety accessories are incomplete, technical management and other reasons. Correct and reasonable operation and use of pressure vessels, is to ensure safe operation of important measures, because even if the vessel design fully meets the requirements, manufacturing, installation quality is excellent, if the operation is not appropriate, the same will cause pressure vessel accidents.