Asset Integrity Management

Mechanical Integrity and Ageing Plant

Ensuring Mechanical Integrity is vital to guarding against loss of containment events. Routine inspections are even more pertinent as companies exert increasing pressure on existing machinery and equipment to deliver competitively priced products.

Plant and equipment can exhibit signs of ageing if the design is not suited to the process or environmental conditions. Knowing what, when, where and how plant should be inspected as part of your Asset Integrity Management is the key to an effective Mechanical Integrity Programme (MIP).

We have a wealth of experience in evaluating plant and equipment for the risks associated with ageing plant. Our highly competent staff possess a thorough understanding of which areas are most vulnerable to loss of containment events and the likely impact should such events occur.

We have developed effective Mechanical Integrity Programmes for many high hazard sites. Our systematic approach examines the entire plant lifecycle from design to decommissioning and makes sure that appropriate standards, processes and systems are put in place to maintain the original design intent and ensure continued safe operation.

Our HFL Risk Services team can help your Asset Integrity Management by:

• Developing risk-based inspection strategies that are targeted and fit for purpose
• Assessing ageing plant for signs of degradation
• Assessing maintenance procedures for breaking into plant handling dangerous substances