Author: Bob Latino CEO at Reliability Center, Inc. Abstract. In our last series highlighting the 4 primary Failure Modes (FM) of component failures…
The main goal of static gasket materials used in flange assemblies is to assure the required level of tightness. In…
Author: Bob Latino CEO at Reliability Center, Inc. Note to Series Readers. To those following this Series, I will apologize for the front-end…
Author: Jennifer K. Muir, P.E. In conducting energy evaluations of water and wastewater and industrial facilities, we often ask a series of…
Are you attending Chem Show in New York from October 31st through November 2nd? If so, you will not only…
Author: Bob Latino CEO at Reliability Center, Inc. Lets start with a fresher on general Component Fatigue. Fatigue occurs when a material…
Author: Robert J. Latino, CEO, Reliability Center, Inc. Author's Note: I want to reiterate that this Series about reading the basic…
Advancements in sealing technologies for rotating equipment can sometimes go unnoticed. Most bearings are protected through the use of contact…
Read about the use of thermal spray coatings for metal-seated valves on EmpoweringValves.com.
Author: Henri Azibert Rarely does a conversation about modern maintenance practices not include the topic of condition monitoring. It is considered…
Understand the Application Shutdowns for valve maintenance or replacement are costly to plant capacity, and ultimately revenue. As end users strive…