Assign individual(s) to blow-down system strainers at least once a month.

Install a union connection between the strainer, trap and check valve.  If service is required, all three components are checked before reinstallation.

Form an energy team in each plant that will be made aware of any recurrent problems with steam system components.  Any system changes should require energy team and engineering department approval.

Establish standard specifications.  A hodgepodge of components makes the system vulnerable to problems and requires maintaining a burdensome inventory of parts.

Install pressure gauges in the steam and condensate system to head off big problems by catching them when they're small ones.

Make sure insulation that is removed for servicing is always re-installed.