Seal/Gasket accident study

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In early March 2017, the ARIA database identified 349 events involving fittings and seals/gaskets.  These elements are often encountered on pipe flanges and are also essential sealing components for valves or other equipment. Insufficiently tightened flange bolts and deficient leak inspections on seals/gaskets are often the cause of an accident.   Equipment involved, the location of seals/gaskets: flanges (ARIA...

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