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DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
In piping
systems, flexible joints can mean connections or elements designed to absorb
movement or pressure that can occur in pipes, such as temperature changes or
ground movements. This function can help prevent cracks or damage to the pipe
system. The use of flexible joints in oil piping aims to maintain the integrity
of the pipe system, prevent leaks, and reduce pressure that can damage pipes or
other devices. This is critical especially in the oil and gas industry
environment which has dynamic operational conditions. The purpose of this study
was to find out how to maintain flexible joints and handle damage that occurs
to flexible joints in storage tanks at PT X. The results of the study showed
that damage of Flexible Joints occurred due to the installation of Motor
Operated Valves (MOVs) that did not meet standards and Pressure Safety Valves
(PSVs) was not calibrated everyday that experienced corrosion and broken
springs due to lack of maintenance. Therefore, routine inspections were needed
to prevent damage to the Pressure Safety Valve.
Country : Indonesia
IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 9, September 2024 pp. 165-169