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Interlock commissioning simplified
06 October 2014
Installing mechanical key interlocks is often one of the last tasks before commissioning and handover of a project. Occasionally, interlocks can impede this process by preventing the valve settings needed to create the process conditions (hydro-testing) for commissioning of piping systems.
Smith Flow Control’s ComKey is a simple, effective solution to this problem. It defers the need to fit the interlocks until all mechanical commissioning tasks are accomplished, saving time and simplifying operational logistics.
SFC Interlocks are usually supplied with one key trapped and one key free as standard. However, in situations where any of the above issues are relevant, they can be supplied with a factory-fitted ComKey that allows random operation of the installed interlock irrespective of the coded logic of the interlock system.
