Pressure Regulator Identification Device for Error-Free Documentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for documenting the installation of fluid handling devices in fluid flow systems are time-consuming and prone to errors due to manual duplication of information, which can lead to incorrect or incomplete data transfer into record-keeping systems.
Innovation Solution
A pressure regulator with an identification device that includes a separable label with identical information on two portions, where the first portion remains affixed to the device and the second portion can be easily detached and affixed to a form, reducing the need for manual duplication and improving data transfer accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of time
If manual duplication of information is used, then the installer can document installation information, but the time required for documentation increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The identification device is divided into a first portion that remains on the fluid handling device and a second portion that can be separated and transferred to documentation forms. This segmentation allows the installer to simply tear off and paste the pre-printed identification information rather than manually copying it, dramatically reducing documentation time while maintaining complete information transfer.
Solution Approach 2:
The identification information is pre-printed on the identification device by the manufacturer. The second portion serves as a pre-prepared copy of the device information that can be directly transferred to forms, eliminating the need for manual copying and reducing documentation time while ensuring accurate information transfer.
2Reliability
If manual duplication of information is used, then the installer can document installation information, but the accuracy of information transfer deteriorates due to poor writing quality and potential errors
Solution Approach 1:
The identification information is pre-printed in machine-printed format on the identification device, ensuring high accuracy and consistency. When the second portion is transferred to the form, the information remains in its original printed form without manual transcription, eliminating errors associated with handwriting and ensuring accurate data transfer to the record-keeping system.
Solution Approach 2:
The identification device itself provides the documentation function. The device includes its own identification information that can be directly transferred to forms, eliminating the need for separate manual documentation processes and reducing the risk of transcription errors.
3Reliability
If manual duplication of information is used, then the installer can document installation information, but the completeness of information duplication deteriorates as installers may miss or incorrectly duplicate information
Solution Approach 1:
The identification device automatically provides all necessary identification information in a pre-formatted manner. The installer simply needs to transfer the complete second portion to the form without having to selectively copy individual data points, ensuring that all information is captured completely and accurately without omissions or errors.
Data Source
AI summary
A pressure regulator for installing in a fluid flow system. The pressure regulator comprises a body and an identification device coupled to the body. The identification device has a first portion with first identification information and a second portion with second identification information. The second portion of the identification device is separated from the pressure regulator while the first portion of the identification device remains coupled to the pressure regulator. The second portion of the identification device is then affixed to a surface, such as a form.