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Uniflow Secures SIL3 Approval

IEC 61508 (Part 1 to 7) 2010

Uniflow Controls Private Limited “Uniflow”, Achieves Safety Integrity Level (SIL 3) Certification for its Globe Valves, Butterfly Valves & Ball Valves

IEC 61508 is an international standard issued by the International Electrotechnical Commission that specifies procedures for applying, designing, deploying, and maintaining automatic protection systems known as safety-related systems. Functional Safety of Electrical/Electronic/Programmable Electronic Safety-related Systems (E/E/PE, or E/E/PES) is the title.

IEC 61508 is a fundamental functional safety standard that applies to all sectors. It defines functional safety as “a component of overall safety pertaining to the EUC (Equipment Under Control) and the EUC control system that is dependent on the proper operation of the E/E/PE safety system.” -related systems, other technology-related safety systems, and external risks.