Mechanical Control Systems for Process,
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Introduction to Interlocking

Lever Operated Valves
Wheel Operated Valves
Key Cabinets
Pig Launcher System
Actuated Valves
  Lock out / Tag out
  Special
  Security
Flexi-Drive

Easi-Drive

Ellis Valve Interlocks
 
 
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  Ensure total isolation,
venting and draining
BEFORE opening vessel
closure.
 
Access into pressure vessels is a potentially hazardous exercise. Residual pressure, volumes of residual liquids or gases all can be harmful - typical examples of these potential hazards include pig traps, slug catchers and filter housings.

Locking the vessel closure in the closed position ensures access into the vessel can be achieved only under controlled safe conditions. The operating key is held in a secure place - e.g. Control Room or Supervisor's office or is retained (trapped) in some other related interlocked item of equipment.

As a minimum, vessel closures are usually interlocked with vessel venting and draining functions - the interlocking arrangement can be extended to incorporate all process items of equipment relating to the vessel's function.
 
The SFC 'DL3' interlock is adaptable to all types of vessel/access closures and is very simple to use in pig trap applications especially where the closure incorporates a bleed device.

The 'DL3' interlock will be designed to interface with the bleed function to ensure the bleed screw cannot be removed until the interlock permit key has been inserted to unlock the 'DL3' assembly.

When the 'DL3' is incorporated into vessel access safety procedures, total equipment and personnel safety is assured.
   
 
 
Prevent loss of containment of
explosive or toxic product.
Any type of closure can
be fitted with the DL3
interlock, regardless of
their method of
operation. Design
details can be provided
on request.
 
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