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EVENT REPORTED by SAM GUARD®

Identified an issue with the condensate tank level.

Since November 10, 2023, the level controller has been experiencing fluctuations, frequently opening to 100% to maintain the condensate level.

MAINTENANCE TEAM FINDINGS


The production engineers found significant temperature fluctuations, prompting them to conduct a more thorough analysis. During an on-site inspection, a steam trap failure was identified. SAM GUARD identified the steam trap failure solely based on the deviations in the condensate tank’s processes.

COST / DOWNTIME AVOIDED

A steam trap failure can compromise the performance of steam systems, posing safety risks and resulting in energy wastage

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK

“Losses from one failed trap can cost an average of 35,518 €/Year. Production rate loss and unplanned process downtime were prevented.”