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Signal FFS™ a Fitness-for-Service Software Tool

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Signal FFS™ software performs fitness-for-purpose and fracture mechanics analysis on fixed and rotating equipment.

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Signal FFS™ is a user-friendly, intuitive Fitness-for-Service (FFS) software tool developed by experts for experts performing fitness-for-purpose and fracture mechanics analysis on fixed and rotating equipment. It gives engineers the ability to reduce operational and safety risks associated with equipment through its comprehensive adherence to industry standards.

The API 579 software is backed by our expertise, knowledge, and technology in mechanical integrity management. Our engineering team has been integrally involved in the development of the standard and the Signal FFS software since its inception and are recognized experts in structural integrity and fitness-for-service.

Signal FFS meets your analysis requirements to help mitigate safety risks by performing rapid fit-for-service software assessments and adherence to industry standards. In addition, a Quick Start Package is offered. This package includes training, direct access to Quest Integrity engineers and additional example problems to aid in fracture analysis.

Signal FFS™ software performs fitness-for-purpose and fracture mechanics analysis on fixed and rotating equipment.

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Signal FFS 5.4 is a major release that includes:

New Features

    • Hydrogen Crack Growth: Added ASME B31.12 fatigue crack growth data.
    • Crack Toughness: Integrated T-stress effects (API 579-1 Annex 9H) for better crack assessments in carbon steel.
    • Pipe Metal Loss: Updated ASME B31G methods now available in Signal FFS Home.
    • Weld Cracks: Added BS 7910 2D Mk factor for weld toe cracks with 2D/3D support.
    • Example Problems: Included new and updated examples from API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 2021.
    • UI Enhancements: Version number added to System Control Settings/Apps Panel.
    • Material Input: Improved pasting of tabular J-R values.

Updates & Fixes

  • Fixed Mk factor weld length input.
  • Ensured thickness grid values persist after copy-paste.
  • Enhanced local metal loss reporting with RSF and MAWPr per case.
  • Updated license message with new support email.
  • Improved pitting result reporting logic for Part 6.
  • Adjusted thickness grid spacing per 2021 edition in Part 4 assessments.
  • Added pressure input for circumferential cracks in crack calculator.
Signal FFS Version 5.3
  • Implements comprehensive adherence to Fitness-for-Service standards API 579/ASME-FFS and performs crack assessments in accordance with British Standards BS 7910 procedure
  • Enables rapid Level 1 and 2 Fitness-for-Service assessments across a broad array of piping, pressure vessels and tanks
  • Includes advanced fracture assessment capabilities as well as parametric and Monte Carlo fracture analysis that can be used in support of Level 3 assessments
  • Guides users through complex calculations with an intuitive wizard interface and Integrated Help function
  • Provides quantitative support to make decisions whether to run as-is, repair or replace equipment
Signal FFS Version 5.3
  • Development and support by industry experts increases user confidence
  • Easy-to-use API 579 software enables a short learning curve
  • Reduces operational and safety risk with quick Level 1, 2, and 3 Fitness-for-Service assessments
  • Improves profitability by improving plant reliability and avoiding costly unplanned downtime
  • Optimizes equipment yields based on remaining life estimates using aggressive operating conditions
Signal FFS Version 5.3

Signal FFS Version 5.4

Signal FFS 5.4 is a major release that includes:

New Features

    • Hydrogen Crack Growth: Added ASME B31.12 fatigue crack growth data.
    • Crack Toughness: Integrated T-stress effects (API 579-1 Annex 9H) for better crack assessments in carbon steel.
    • Pipe Metal Loss: Updated ASME B31G methods now available in Signal FFS Home.
    • Weld Cracks: Added BS 7910 2D Mk factor for weld toe cracks with 2D/3D support.
    • Example Problems: Included new and updated examples from API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 2021.
    • UI Enhancements: Version number added to System Control Settings/Apps Panel.
    • Material Input: Improved pasting of tabular J-R values.

Updates & Fixes

  • Fixed Mk factor weld length input.
  • Ensured thickness grid values persist after copy-paste.
  • Enhanced local metal loss reporting with RSF and MAWPr per case.
  • Updated license message with new support email.
  • Improved pitting result reporting logic for Part 6.
  • Adjusted thickness grid spacing per 2021 edition in Part 4 assessments.
  • Added pressure input for circumferential cracks in crack calculator.
Signal FFS Version 5.3

Signal FFS Software Features

  • Implements comprehensive adherence to Fitness-for-Service standards API 579/ASME-FFS and performs crack assessments in accordance with British Standards BS 7910 procedure
  • Enables rapid Level 1 and 2 Fitness-for-Service assessments across a broad array of piping, pressure vessels and tanks
  • Includes advanced fracture assessment capabilities as well as parametric and Monte Carlo fracture analysis that can be used in support of Level 3 assessments
  • Guides users through complex calculations with an intuitive wizard interface and Integrated Help function
  • Provides quantitative support to make decisions whether to run as-is, repair or replace equipment
Signal FFS Version 5.3

Signal FFS Software Benefits

  • Development and support by industry experts increases user confidence
  • Easy-to-use API 579 software enables a short learning curve
  • Reduces operational and safety risk with quick Level 1, 2, and 3 Fitness-for-Service assessments
  • Improves profitability by improving plant reliability and avoiding costly unplanned downtime
  • Optimizes equipment yields based on remaining life estimates using aggressive operating conditions
Signal FFS Version 5.3

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