Should FO or FC be chosen for the inlet and outlet valves in case of a compressor failure?
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Our facility has accident nitrogen compressors, air compressors, carbon dioxide compressors, synthesis gas compressors, and carbon monoxide compressors
The choice between FC and FO is primarily determined based on safety considerations in conjunction with process requirements
What is the safe state in terms of design? If it is to be added by the company itself, requirements must be provided from a process and technical perspective. As a supporting unit, it can’t make decisions on its own.
Whether to choose to keep the valve open or closed depends on the conditions of your production process; it depends on whether it needs to be closed or open in the event of an accident. This is also related to the pressures upstream and downstream in your process. Generally, valves are closed during shutdowns to prevent cross-contamination of materials and pressure issues. Check your process diagram to determine whether the valve should be open or closed.