How Does Your reactor check out?
At Glasslined Technologies, we pride ourselves in providing a holistic approach to maintaining top of the line equipment in our unique industry.
Reactors need to be inspected regularly to ensure they are operating efficiently and properly. Glasslined's team conducts thorough inspections and also provides you with regular preventative maintenance. Listed below is an exhaustive list of the questions we ask that help us determine the status of your reactor when inspecting it.
Is nameplate uncovered?
Are there any cracks or leaks in sight glass?
Are the insulation covering and vessel paint in good condition?
Does agitator run out more than .003” between seal housing and expansion clamp?
Does the agitator turn counter clockwise?
Is the vessel fitted with a fault finder?
Are dump chutes, manhole pads and spill aprons needed and/or available?
Are nozzle loadings within tolerances?
Do nozzles have dip tubes?
Is the baffle straight and in line with agitator?
Are the agitating nozzles positioned properly?
Is the RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) appearance okay?
Is the manhole cover closed and properly gasketed?
Are there any leaks at the gasketed joints?
Do the nozzles/manyway have CRT gaskets?
Is the correct number of J-bolts used? Were they tightened in the correct sequence and torqued properly?
Is the vent hooked up?
Does the vapor have backflow protection?
Is the steam trap functional?
Is the diaphragm outlet valved or tied into trap line?
Is the gear reducer breather cap clear and open?
Are there any leaks at the agitator or gear box seals?
Is the gear oil visible level through the sight glass?
Is there excessive noise or temperature from the gearbox?
Are there any sparks in the vessel contents?
Are there any visual changes in repairs?
Are all the chemicals to be used compatible with the glass vessel and any repairs made to it?
Will materials or products produce a viscous or suspended solid solution?
Are the temperatures of all chemicals to be added within manufacturer’s allowable temperature changes?
Are there any acid product in the process that may be incompatible with the glass vessel and any repairs made to it?