How can you extend the life of your existing air pollution control (APC) equipment? The same way that you would extend your own life—with regular checkups for health. Physical health tends to improve when you dedicate time and resources to regularly checking in and maintaining your health. Similarly, the performance and longevity of APC equipment improve when companies dedicate time and resources to regularly maintaining the equipment’s health. Now is the perfect time to check in on the health of your APC equipment. Here, we will discuss the importance of inspections and regular maintenance and also provide practical tips.
Regular Inspections
The best way to prevent problems and preserve the health of your APC equipment is with regular inspections. An inspection begins with a comprehensive evaluation of the APC system and all equipment. LDX Solutions offers comprehensive audits to evaluate the condition of systems and equipment. Once the audit is complete a preventative maintenance plan can be put into place. Audits can be performed based on the schedule of the plant and may be completed online or offline. Audits can help to minimize downtime and ensure that systems can be kept online.
Establish a Baseline
In addition to a maintenance schedule that facilitates repairs, APC systems should also have assessments to establish a baseline. A baseline is the operating norm for the equipment and systems. This baseline will be used to track operating trends and provide insight into the ongoing health and effectiveness of the APC system.
The baseline assessment should be provided by a knowledgeable and experienced team like LDX Solutions. This is the best way to ensure that “good” operating conditions are identified and can be tracked over time. Once LDX Solutions completes an audit and establishes a baseline operating norm, our team will provide a comprehensive written service report. This report will include recommendations regarding operations as well as a customized quarterly maintenance plan.
Practical Tips
Every system is different. That is why LDX Solutions provides customized solutions and audits to meet the unique needs of our partners. We will always recommend a personalized approach to maintenance and ongoing support including replacement parts and services. There are practical solutions that should be considered for most systems. Below is a checklist of some of our top tips for inspections and monitoring:
Prioritize Safety
Safety equipment should be a top priority. It protects your employees and equipment. Safety equipment including emergency shutoff valves, safety interlocks, and fire suppression systems should be checked to ensure that they are working properly.
Regular Inspections
All equipment and systems should be regularly inspected. This inspection should include the physical condition of the equipment and facilities, the system’s cleanliness, and even labeling and signage.
Schedule Maintenance
Maintenance schedules should be regularly checked to ensure adherence and updated as needed. Maintenance logs should be regularly checked. Any issues that were identified should have a follow-up schedule to ensure they are resolved.
Aftermarket Parts and Services
Aftermarket parts and services can extend the life of your existing APC equipment. LDX Solutions offers a comprehensive product line and in-house fabrication abilities. We can repair and retrofit APC systems and have the expertise needed to keep your systems operational.
Monitoring
Monitor operating efficiencies and performance. The baseline provides the standard to measure and monitor the equipment’s performance. This can include checking gauges, calibrating devices, and sampling air emissions.
Testning
Test all control systems and alarms. Testing systems and alarms help to ensure that all are functioning properly. This is also the time to inspect the power supply and automated monitoring systems.
Ongoing Compliance and Inspections
Maintenance is ongoing and should include regular inspections. It should also include regular audits to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal air quality regulations.
Kontakta LDX Solutions
The health of your equipment and systems matters. Proactive maintenance is crucial to avoid costly repairs and downtime. LDX Solutions is your partner for preventative maintenance and ongoing support. We help our partners to minimize downtime and extend the life of their existing APC equipment. Our knowledgeable team can provide you with a comprehensive plan tailored to your company’s specific needs. Contact LDX-lösningar today.
