Gaskets Handbook – 1st Edition July 2017
Successfully sealing a bolted flange connection is dependent on all components of a well-designed system working together, effectively and safely. This Handbook provides technical information on gaskets as a constituent part of a bolted flange connection, typically employed in chemical, petrochemical, refinery, power plant and other industrial facilities. It includes guidance to plant engineers on specifying gaskets; maintenance operators on installing and trouble-shooting bolted flange connection leaks, as well as purchasing personnel on the important functional distinctions between various gasket types.
Contents include definition of mechanical considerations for a bolted flange connection, important considerations for flanges, fasteners, and installation best practices; with a focus on gasket selection and gasket-to-flange system interaction. Gasket storage and handling also are addressed. This Handbook is arranged and detailed to serve as a useful tool for those who presently use or are interested in using gaskets. Contents are organized for the reader to quickly and efficiently find the information needed, while still maintaining important technical detail. It is intended to complement plant approved documents. This Handbook does not address compliance requirements of regulations specific to a particular industry, facility, or regulation body; therefore, readers should consult appropriate local, regional, national, or federal authorities for precise compliance requirements.
It is essential to note that the condition and maintenance of the connection will affect and cause variations in the results obtained from installation and use of any gasket. Readers must ensure products and procedures are suitable for their specific application by reference to the manufacturer.
Flange Gaskets – glossary of sealing terms
ESA Publication 018/09
Detailed guidance on the terminology and standardisation challenges facing users of gaskets. A major update of the original ESA Publication 008/97, revised extensively to include information on the latest standards. English language version, but with a synopsis section denoting the terms in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Published in collaboration with the FSA.
Gasket Installation Procedures
A guide to successful gasket installation. This document provides guidance to maintenance operators, engineers and fitters to ensure successful gasket installation and assembly of bolted flange connections. It is intended to complement other plant-approved installation procedures. English language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA.
Guidelines for safe seal usage – Flanges and Gaskets
ESA Publication 009/98
Aimed at maintenance engineers and fitters, offering extensive guidance on selection, handling and installation of gaskets. This document provides a comprehensive guide to the variety of hard and soft gasket materials available to users. English language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA.
Guía para la utilización de elementos de sellado – Juntas y Bridas
Spanish language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA. ESA Publication 009/98
Directives concernant une utilisation sûre des joints d’étanchéité – Brides et Joints
ESA Publication 009/98
French language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA.
Wegweiser für eine sichere Dichtverbindung an Flanschen
ESA Publication 009/98
German language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA.
La sicurezza dei Sistemi di Termini – Parte 1 – Guidelines per la Manutenzione e la Progettazione
ESA Publication 009/98
Italian language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA and Fabio Casiraghi Publishing
Wytyczne bezpiecznego stosowania uszczelnień- Kołnierze i uszczelki
Polish language version. Published in collaboration with the FSA.