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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this third episode of our Asset Integrity Management (AIM) series, Mr. Dominic Alton, explores the topic of Fitness-For-Service (FFS) with Dr. Johanna Steinbock, Senior Expert, Fracture Mechanics and FFS, Division Industry Service, at TÜV SÜD. Throughout this episode, Dr. Steinbock, delve into the role of FFS in determining the structural integrity and optimising the maintenance of assets.
PODCAST OVERVIEW
- 02min 50sec – What is Fitness-For-Service (FFS)?
- 04min 12sec – Key advantages of implementing FFS in industrial operations
- 06min 55sec – Typical procedure in conducting FFS assessments
- 10min 34sec – Common mistakes made when applying FFS methodologies
- 11min 34sec – How is FFS related to Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)?
- 12min 12sec – Connection between degradation mechanisms, fracture mechanics, and API 579 algorithms in FFS assessments
- 13min 28sec – FFS and sustainability
- 14min 30sec – Case study of FFS in improving sustainability and safety in industrial operations
- 16min 01sec – Dr. Steinbock’s experience as an FFS expert
QUOTES
- “Fitness-For-Service (FFS) is a systematic engineering approach used to assess the structural integrity of industrial (mostly pressurized) equipment. It's an essential concept because it enables us to determine quantitatively whether and under which conditions aging equipment with certain damages can continue to operate safely.”
- “FFS supports sustainability by extending asset life cycles, reducing the need for new equipment manufacturing, and curbing carbon emissions and it minimizes unplanned downtime, reducing energy consumption and emissions and in some cases it prevents catastrophic failures that can lead to environmental harm as it shows that the integrity state isn´t sufficient any longer and measures have to be taken.”
- “For plant operators, I recommend applying the Asset Integrity Management Approach as it will not only cultivate and foster a safety-focused culture, but also by collaborating with RBI and FFS experts plant operators will stay proactive and innovative and actively contributing to a more sustainable and more decarbonised world.”
