Score’s proactive maintenance strategy prevents 3.5 tonnes of methane emissions
By leveraging advanced technologies, proactive maintenance strategies, and collaborative partnerships, in-service valve leaks can be addressed in a timely manner without seriously impacting operational continuity.
Ball valves can leak due to worn-out seals, damaged valve seats, improper installation, bent or misaligned stems, loose or damaged stem nuts or bolts, and corrosion. These issues affect the valve’s ability to seal and function properly.
Score’s client identified a critical issue at their facility where a ball valve had a significant fugitive emission (a methane gas leak to atmosphere). With safety and environmental concerns being paramount, Score swiftly implemented an innovative temporary in-situ repair solution - an isolation barrier which comprised of a specialist sealant.
Impact
The temporary repair solution resulted in 3.5 tonnes of methane gas emissions being prevented in the two-month period prior to planned maintenance. It ensured personnel safety and maintained uninterrupted production, averting potential financial losses and significant regulatory compliance penalties for the customer. During the next available planned outage window, Score applied a more permanent leak-mitigating maintenance solution.
- Score's client identified a ball valve with a significant fugitive emissions leak
- Score implemented a temporary in-situ repair
- This solution prevented 3.5 tonnes of methane gas from being released and averted potential financial losses
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