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Freestanding
Utility Flares
UTI LI TY FLARES
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ADVANTAGES

Cost effective (capital as
well as operating costs)

Low maintenance costs
due to simplicity of design

Stable, reliable combustion

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Utility flares are one of the most common and basic flare designs.
Utility flares are employed in applications which do not require
smokeless burning or in applications where smokeless flaring can be
achieved without the use of an additional assist medium. Utility flares
therefore, do not require auxiliary gas streams such as steam or air;
two fluids normally used to improve smokeless capacity. These flares
are typically accompanied by a Dynamic Seal in the base of the tip
to reduce purge gas costs and prevent flashback. Additionally, the
Flare Industries Utility Tip incorporates a flame retention ring to
eliminate flame lift off and provide stable, reliable combustion.

UTI LI TY FLARES
PRINCIPLE APPLICATIONS

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Petroleum refining
Petroleum production
Chemical processing
Food processing
Municipal waste disposal
Bio-gas disposal
Natural gas compression and production

High alloy material construction in the heat affected zone

Flame retention ring to stabilize combustion

Dynamic/Velocity seal to reduce purge gas expense and pre-
vent flashback

Wide range of diameters
High
Utility Flare Tip
Flare Industries, Inc. Tel: 512-836-9473 Fax: 512-836-3025 www.flareindustries.com
Dimensions:
Length: 10 - 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.13m)

Materials:
Upper Section: 304, 316, 310 SS

Incolloy 800H

Lower Section Carbon Steel
Retention Ring: 304, 316, 310 SS

Dynamic seal: 304 SS
Flare Industries recognizes the dynamic nature of todays industry. With quality and expediency in
mind, our engineers developed the utility flare package which provides customers with a versatile, on-
demand flare system available for delivery within days. This package includes a CONTINUUM igniter
which does not require fuel gas, air, or electricity and is the most rugged ignition system in the
marketplace. Moreover, options such as the solar-powered ignition system allow it to operate
independently of utilities. The utility flare package is also designed to minimize transportation and
installation time.
DESI GN FEATURES
Fl ame Retention Ri ng to
stabi l i ze combusti on
Dynami c/ Vel oci ty Seal to
reduce purge gas expense
and prevent f lashback
Robust stand- al one desi gn
sui tabl e f or remote f l ari ng
l ocati ons
CONTI NUUM I gni ti on System
I ntegral Knockout Drum
Sel f - Supported Desi gn
Standard of f - the- shel f
desi gn al l ows f or qui ck
del i very
Hi gh al l oy materi al
constructi on in the heat
af f ected zone
Desi gned to mi ni mi ze
uti l i ty consumpti on
Features f ul l y retractabl e
i gni ter f or ease of
mai ntenance at grade
I ndustry tested over 1, 000
acti ve systems i n the f i el d
today

OPTI ONAL EQUI PMENT
Vertical, Stand-Alone
Knockout Drum
Pilot Gas Valve Train
(for use with optional pilot gas)
Customized Instrumentation
Guy Wire Package for added
structural support
Flame Arrestor for flashback
prevention
Solar Powered Assembly

Utility Flare Package
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Utility Flare Package
PRI NCI PLE APPLI CATI ONS
Petroleum Refining
Petroleum Production
Chemical Processing
Food Processing
Municipal Waste
Bio- gas
Natural Gas Compression and Production
Rental

SPECI FI CATI ONS

RECOMMENDED CAPACI TY
2, 000, 000 Standard Cubi c Feet per Day

MATERI ALS
Ti p: 304 Stai nl ess Steel
Ri ser: Carbon Steel

DI MENSI ONS
Overall Height: 25 feet
Tip Length: 4 feet
Diameter: 4 inches
I nlet Size: 4 inches
Knockout Drum Height: 6 feet
Knockout Drum Diameter: 8 inches

Ti p:
FLAME RETENTI ON RI NG

I GNI TI ON CHAMBER

CONTI NUUM I GNI TOR

GUYWI RE ASSEMBLY

CARBON STEEL GAS RI SER

4 I NCH I NLET NOZZLE

FLAME ARRESTOR

WI NCH

I NTEGRAL KNOCKOUT DRUM

OPTI ONAL PORTABLE
FOUNDATI ON
AC/ AL CONTROL SYSTEM

Freestanding
Air Assist Flare
Freestanding
Air Assist Flare
AI R ASSI ST FLARES

ADVANTAGES

High smokeless rates due to
superior mixing

Capable of burning heavier
hydrocarbons smokeless

Extended service life

Lower operating costs at
a given smokeless rate

Lower radiant heat at a
given capacity


Wide range of flow capacities

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Air assist flares smokeless dispose of heavier waste gases which have
greater tendency to smoke. Air Assist flares can be employed at sites
where steam may not be available.

Air flare systems are composed of two concentric risers and one or
more blowers providing supplemental combustion air. A blower
forces air into an outer air annulus where the process gas passes
through an inner riser and upon reaching the flare tip, these two
streams intermix. This air assist has three principle effects:

High-pressure airflow causes turbulence in the waste stream
which improves mixing and therefore enhances combustion
efficiency.

Additional air is induced into the waste gas providing the oxygen
necessary for augmented smokeless capacity.

Constant airflow creates a cooling effect for extended flare tip
service life.

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Petroleum refining
Chemical processing
Pipeline transportation
Tank and barge loading facilities

Large air/fuel boundary to increase smokeless capacity
Dynamic/ Velocity seal to reduce purge gas
expenses and prevent flashback

High alloy construction in the heat affected zone

One or more blowers for greater smokeless range
Dimensions:
Length: 6 - 0 (1.8m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.12m)

Materials:
Tip Body: 304, 316, 310 SS

Incolloy 800H


Models:
MAVP: High Pressure Vapors

SFVP: Low Pressure Vapors

Environ: High Capacity
Environ Air Flare Tip
AI R ASSI ST FLARES
Flare Industries recognizes the dynamic nature of todays industry. With quality and expediency in
mind, our engineers developed this air flare package which provides customers with a versatile, on
-demand, smokeless flare system available for delivery within days. The MAVP tip induces air into
the waste gas at the tip exit, providing the oxygen necessary for smokeless combustion. The pack-
age includes an ENERGEX pilot system which produces a high voltage arc inside the pilot nozzle.
This electronic ignition system is extremely reliable and fuel-efficient. Designed to minimize
transportation and installation time.
DESI GN FEATURES
Large ai r/ fuel boundary to
i ncrease smokel ess capaci ty
Hi gh al l oy materi al
constructi on in heat
af f ected zone
Fl ame retenti on ri ng to
stabi l i ze combusti on
Dynami c/ vel oci ty seal to
reduce purge
Axi al Vane Bl ower5 HP
Tri - Pod Base
( Sel f Supported)
Automati c and Manual
I gni ti on Modes
ENERGEX El ectroni c Pi l ot
NEMA 4X Weatherproof
Control s Encl osure
Lower radi ant heat
I ndustry testedover 1, 000
acti ve systems i n the f i el d
today
Standard of f - the- shel f
package f or qui ck del i very

OPTI ONAL EQUI PMENT
Vertical Stand-Alone
Knockout Drum
Pilot Gas Valve Train
Customized Instrumentation
Guy Wire Package for added
structural support
Flame Arrestor for flashback
prevention
Explosion Proof Controls
Enclosure

Air Flare Package
Air Flare Package

MAVP AI R- ASSI ST TI P

ENERGEX I GNI TON SYSTEM

GUYWI RE ASSEMBLY

CARBON STEEL AI R/ GAS
CONCENTRI C RI SERS

4 I NCH I NLET NOZZLE

EXCI TER J UNCTI ON BOX

5 HP BLOWER

TRI POD SUPPORT
STRUCTURE

OPTI ONAL PORTABLE
FOUNDATI ON

Petroleum Refining
Petroleum Production
Chemical Processing
Food Processing
Municipal Waste
Bio- gas
Rental

SPECI FI CATI ONS

DI MENSI ONS
Overall Height: 25 feet (7. 6 m)
Tip Length: 4 feet ( 1. 2 m)

Gas Riser Diameter: 4 inch (101 mm)
Air Riser Diameter: 16 inch (407 mm)
Gas I nlet Size: 4 inch (101 mm)

MATERI ALS
Tip: 304 Stainless Steel
Risers: Carbon Steel

RECOMMENDED CAPACI TY
2, 000, 000 standard cubic feet per day

Ti p:

SA Steam Assist
Flare
STEAM ASSI ST

ADVANTAGES

Low maintenance costs

High smokeless capacity due
to steam injection

due to flame retention ring

High smokeless flow rate

Longer tip life due to steam
cooling effect

SA MODEL

External steam injection
stabilizes the flame and
entrains air, ensuring
efficient combustion

SAI MODEL
Internal induction tubes with
venturi inlets for improved air
inspiration

Higher smokeless capacity

Reduced noise at a given
capacity

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Steam assisted flares are designed to dispose of heavier waste gases
which have a greater tendency to smoke. In order to prevent
incomplete combustion, steam is injected into the waste stream
using peripheral steam rings, center steam spargers, and/or inner
induction tubes. The injection of steam has two principal effects:

High-pressure steam flow causes turbulence in the waste stream
which improves mixing and therefore improves combustion
efficiency.

Additional air is induced into the waste gas providing the oxygen
necessary for augmented smokeless capacity.

Steam flares are typically used in applications where the customer
has high-pressure steam available on site.
SAI Steam Assist
Flare
STEAM ASSI ST FLARES

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Petrochemical processing
Petroleum refining

High pressure steam must be available
High alloy material construction in the heat affected zone pre-
vents induction tubes, rings, and spargers from warping and
cracking

Primary or secondary steam injection through:
Peripheral ring (SA Model)
Center sparger (SA & SAI Models)
Internal induction tubes (SAI Model)

Flame Retention Ring to stabilize combustion

Low noise design with the use of external noise muffler
(SAI Model)
Dimensions:
Length: 10- 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.13m)
Materials:

Incolloy 800H (options)

Lower Section: Carbon Steel


Steam ring: 321 SS

Center sparger: 321 SS

Internal induction tubes: 304, 316, 310 SS
Internal Steam Assisted Flare Tip
SAI Model
External Steam Assisted Flare Tip
SA Model

MACH-1
Sonic Flares
SONI C FLARES

ADVANTAGES

High smokeless capacity
due to high velocity air
induction and multi-point
design

Long service life under
normal flow conditions

Lower radiant heat

Effective cost solution for
offshore platform use
reduces size and expense
of flare boom

Able to burn entrained
liquids without smoke
formation or liquid droplet
fallout
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

MACH 1 is the speed of sound. Flare Industries cutting edge
MACH-1 sonic flaring technology operates at this velocity in order to
combust waste gas smokelessly. Sonic flares utilize multi-point exit
nozzles to dispose of high pressure waste gas streams. The MACH-1
Sonic Flare Tip utilizes the pressure of the waste stream (creating sonic
exit velocities) to create turbulent mixing and induce excess
quantities of air for more complete combustion. Sonic flare tips emit
reduced levels of radiation and can be placed at lower, less visible
elevations. This advanced flaring technology is excellent for
applications with high pressure waste gases and high capacity
smokeless requirements.
Dimensions:
Length: 10 - 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.13m)

Materials:

Incolloy 800H

Arm Material: 304, 316, 310 SS
Incolloy 800H

SONI C FLARES

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Offshore production
Petrochemical production
High pressure waste gas

Steam or air assist is undesirable or unavailable

Flow rates up to sonic velocity
Flame stabilization from center spider burner
Multiple arm design
Single point ignition source
MACH 1 Sonic Flare Tip
Flare Industries Variable Mach (VariMach) sonic flare tip combines engineering and performance to
deliver low-radiation, smokeless combustion over a full range of flow conditions. Spring-actuated
variable sonic nozzles allow the exit area to vary with pressure, ensuring constant sonic velocity of
waste gas. This industry proven technology guarantees sufficient inspiration of air to ensure 100%
smokeless combustion and infinite turndown. Radiation levels are also minimized throughout the entire
range of flow, yielding shorter stack heights and boom lengths and reducing material costs.
Additionally, the VariMach has the lowest purge rate of any flare technology on the market, minimizing
utility costs while maintaining flashback protection.
DESI GN FEATURES

100% Smokel ess
Combusti on

Mai ntains Soni c
Vel oci ty Throughout the
Enti re Range of Fl ow Rates

Engi neered Parabol i c
Carnati on Body

I nfi ni te Turndown

Hi gh Combustion
Ef f i ci ency

Lowest Purge Gas Rate of
any Fl are Ti p on the Market

Cast Stai nl ess Steel Spi der
Burner and Soni c Nozzl es

Hi gh Al l oy Materi al Con-
structi on i n the Heat Af -
f ected Zone

Wi de Range of Si zes
Avai l abl e

Vari abl e Exi t Area

Spi der- Burner f or
Array Cross- Li ghti ng

Entrai ned Li qui d
Fl ari ng

HP/ LP Combi nati ons
Avai l abl e

Variable Mach Sonic Flare
(VM-SA)
Variable Mach Sonic Flare
(VM-SA)
VARI ABLE EXI T SLOT
CARNATI ON PROFI LE
SPRI NG MECHANI SM
SONI C NOZZLE
SPI DER BURNER
SONI C ARM
TI P BARREL
Offshore Production
Pipeline Transportation
Petrochemical Production
High Pressure Waste Gas

MATERI ALS
Upper Tip Barrel: 304 Stainless Steel
316 Stainless Steel
310 Stainless Steel
I ncoloy/ I nconel

Sonic Arm: 304 Stainless Steel
316 Stainless Steel
310 Stainless Steel
I ncoloy / I nconel

Lower Tip Barrel: Carbon Steel

SPECI FI CATI ONS
Tip Length: 10 Feet (3. 3 m)
Tip Diameter: 4120 inches ( 1003050 mm)
Nozzle Diameter: 412 inches ( 1003050 mm)
Noise Reduction* : 810 dB( A)
* Versus conventi onal soni c f l are

airmach
Sonic Flares
AI RMACH SONI C
FLARE

ADVANTAGES

Same advantages as
Mach-1 sonic flare, .e.,
- High smokeless capacity
sonic flow
- Long service life
- Low radiation
- Flares entrained liquids

Smokeless flaring at
sub-sonic flows

Minimal flame impingement
due to air flow

Blower air creates a cooling
effect to increase the tip
lifespan

Lower noise than standard
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The AirMach flaring system was developed to specifically address the
problems associated with sonic velocity flares operating at sub-sonic
flow rates. Sonic flares operating at sub-sonic exit velocities will
smoke when heavier waste gas flows are present. The AirMach
provides smokeless flaring performance at lower flow conditions
utilizing a blower for combustion air. In this application, the AirMach
operates as a traditional air-assist flare. As the waste gas flow
increases, the flame geometry transitions from an air assisted
smokeless condition to a momentum dominated smokeless
performance. Unlike conventional air-assist flares, the AirMachs
blower air requirement reduces as the waste flow increases. Typically,
the AirMach blowers horsepower requirement is over 50% less than a
Before Air Blower
After Air Blower
Dimensions:
Length: 10 - 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.13m)

Materials:

Incolloy 800H

Arm Material: 304, 316, 310 SS
Incolloy 800H

AI RMACH SONI C FLARE

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Offshore production

100% smokeless turndown
Multiple arm design
8-10 dba noise reduction verses a typical sonic flare
airmach Sonic Flare Tip

Freestanding
Flame Ring
FLARE
FLAME RI NG FLARE

ADVANTAGES

Capable of burning low
BTU gas streams

Disposes of waste gas with
high CO2 and CO content

Higher flow capacity for
high CO2 and CO waste streams

Stable, reliable combustion due
to flame retention ring

Long service life under
normal flow conditions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Carbon Dioxide, or CO2, is often used in fire extinguishers and snuffing
systems; so you can imagine what it is like to try and burn it. Many of
our clients have flare applications which require disposal of gas
streams with high carbon dioxide content. As the volumetric
percentage of CO2 increases, the flaring capacity of a given flare
system decreases. The Flame Ring Flare Technology is used to provide
a veritable ring of fire at the perimeter of the flare tip; thus ensuring
proper ignition and stable combustion of these waste gases.

This technology also increases the capacity of the flare system by
preventing auto-suppression of the flame, caused by high quantities
of CO2, CO, or low heating value waste streams. The Flame Ring Flare
Tip by Flare Industries is the perfect solution for these types of
applications.
FLAME RI NG FLARE

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Low BTU waste gases
Waste gases with high CO2 or CO content
Petroleum refining
Chemical processing

Circumferential assist gas ring
Circular ignition source
Assist air to maintain waste gas within the combustion zone
Flame retention ring to stabilize combustion
High alloy air shroud
Dimensions:
Length: 10 - 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (0.1-2.13m)
Materials:


Flame ring manifold: 304, 316, 310 SS

Dynamic Seal: 304 SS
Flame Ring
Flare Tip
Enclosed Ground Flare
ENCLOSED
GROUND FLARES


ADVANTAGES

Reduced flame visibility
due to enclosed
burner shroud

Minimal noise

Minimal heat radiation due
to ceramic insulation

Ease of emissions sampling
and testing

Extremely high destruction
efficiencies

Smokeless combustion

Simplified control system

Reduced stack visibility
due to low profile

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Enclosed Ground Flare destroys a process or waste stream, but
does not maintain a constant temperature while doing so. This
simplifies the control scheme allowing the overall system to be less
expensive. The Enclosed Ground Flare has the following advantages:
reduced flame visibility, minimal heat and noise, emissions sampling
ease, and smokeless combustion. Flare Industries Enclosed Ground
Flare attains extremely high destruction efficiencies by assuring the
appropriate residence time. Enclosed Ground Flares may require
supplemental assist gas streams depending on whether the process
stream can sustain combustion.

ENCLOSED
GROUND FLARES

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Refineries
Chemical plants
Truck loading terminals
Marine loading facilities
Compressor stations

Extremely high destruction efficiencies
Flare Industries high efficiency burner design
Forced or natural draft designs available
Fuel efficient pilot especially designed for enclosed flares
Temperature monitoring
Control schemes using industry standard PLC brands
Enclosed Ground Flare
Dimensions:

Length: 20 - 80 (6.1 - 24.2 m)
Diameter: 36 - 240 (0.91- 6.1 m)
Radiation level:
None (no visible flame)
Destruction efficiency:
99% +
Peacock Oil burners
PEACOCK OI L
BURNER


ADVANTAGES

Oil and condensate burning

Efficient atomizing technology

Environmentally friendly
burner


GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Peacock Oil Burner was developed to flare liquid hydrocarbons
without liquid fallout or soot formation (smoke). These burners provide
excellent service for well testing operations and have been used in
applications all over the world, including the Gulf of Mexico and
Persian Gulf.

When only oil is flared, a high pressure air or gas source is required to
provide additional mechanical atomization to ensure the mixture is a
fine mist when it exits the burner nozzle. This particular burner nozzle is
designed to accept separate high pressure oil and air/gas streams. If
the waste stream is an oil/gas mixture, a spider burner will be
installed instead of the atomizing burner nozzle.

PEACOCK OI L
BURNER

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Petroleum refining
Oil/Gas production
Well testing
Pipeline blowdown
Offshore production platforms

High alloy material construction in the heat affected zone
High pressure water and air/gas injection
Oil atomizer burner tips
Individual burner pilots
Burner array assembly skid
Swiveling type (optional)

PEACOCK OIL BURNER
Dimensions:
Length: 5 - 7 (1.7m)

Width: 5 - 0 (1.52m)

Height: 6 - 0 (1.83m)

Materials:
Piping: Carbon Steel

Burner Nozzle: 316 SS or 310 SS

Heat Shields: 316 SS
Skid: A-36 Carbon Steel
Triton Flare Tips
TRI TON FLARE TI P


ADVANTAGES

Sonic velocity energy mixing

Efficient atomizing technology

Ultra low radiation

High performance dispersion
arms

Environmentally friendly
burner


GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Triton Flare Tip was developed efficient combustion of flare gas,
with assistance of water.

The Triton is designed to operate at sonic exit velocity from the
minimum through the maximum gas flow rate.
TRI TON FLARE TI P

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Offshore production platforms
Water is available

Flame stabilization from center spider burner
Multiple arm design
High pressure water injection

TRITON FLARE TIP
Dimensions:
Length: 10 - 0 (3m)

Diameter: 4 - 84 (1.52m)

Materials:
Upper Section: Carbon Steel

Burner Nozzle: 304, 316, 310 SS
Incolloy 800H

Arm: 304, 316, 310 SS
Incolloy 800H

THE CONTINUUM
IGNITION SYSTEM

the CONTINUUM Ignitor

ADVANTAGES

Fully retractable for ease of
maintenance

Low maintenance costs:
does not require crane

Low maintenance costs: no
plant shutdown for
maintenance

Eliminates need for ladders and
platforms

Constant re-ignition every
20 seconds, 24 hours a day

Eliminates need for pilot
gas in most applications
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The CONTINUUM Ignitor is a durable track mounted device that is
capable of sliding up and down the side of the flare. This allows the
user to easily retract the ignitor to grade using a pulley and winch
system, thus providing a product which is fully and easily serviceable
at a very low cost. The CONTINUUM Ignition System can be mounted
on vertical as well as horizontal flare systems, and for both onshore
and offshore applications. The built in pulley and winch retractibility
package will avoid the exorbitant costs involved with renting a crane
to service pilots or ignition equipment located hundreds of feet
above grade.

The unit utilizes a high voltage electric arc to ignite a combustible air/
gas mixture. This arc occurs every 20 seconds for a two second
duration (timing is adjustable). The CONTINUUM Ignition System
provides a steady, stable ignition source due to the fact that it sparks
every few seconds, 24 hours a day, providing constant re-ignition.
The CONTINUUM actually arcs inside a slip stream chamber. The slip
stream assembly is an alloy tube that diverts some waste gas into a
separate chamber, thereby creating a combustible air/gas mixture.
This feature is what allows the CONTINUUM to function without pilot.
THE CONTINUUM
IGNITION SYSTEM
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Fully retractable for ease of maintenance

Eliminates need for pilot gas and power

Solid alloy C-ring design ensures proper spark gap throughout the
life of the igniter

100% alloy steel construction

Current monitoring provides reliable ignition monitoring without
thermocouples

Ignitor Model:
100
Dimensions:
11 - 6 long (3.5m)
Materials:
304/316 Stainless Steel
Weight:
80 lb. (36.4 kg)

Control Panel Models:
AC AL (AC power)
SOL (solar power)
Dimensions:
12 3/4 x 8 x 6 (324 mm x 203 x 152)
Weight:
AC AL 19 lb. (8.6 kg)
Sol 55 lb. (25 kg) with battery
Classification:
NEMA 4 (NEMA 7 option)
Power Requirements:
110 VAC, 220 VAC, or Solar Power
Distance from Ignitor:
Maximum 600 ft. (182 m)
CONTINUUM Ignitor
With Solar Control System

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Model 245 Pilot

ADVANTAGES

Low fuel consumption

Ease of installation and/or
retro-fit applications

Durability due to high alloy,
stainless steel construction

Reliability: ignition and
re-ignition

Flame stability: wind
velocities up to 150 mph
(240 km/ hr)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Model 245 Fuel Efficient Flare Pilot is a high alloy, stainless steel
pilot operating on fuel gas and in conjunction with a flame front
generator. It is composed of the pilot head, fuel gas line, ignition line,
inspirator, and optional thermocouple. The pilot head assembly
includes a flame retention nozzle and wind shroud which are both
manufactured from 310 stainless steel for extended service life. This
specially engineered pilot head is capable of sustaining a stable
flame in winds of up to 150 mph. Pilot fuel gas travels up the flare in a
one inch line and as it passes through the inspirator at the base of the
pilot, air is induced into the line. This combustible air/gas mixture exits
the pilot gas line at the pilot head nozzle and is ignited by a fireball
which travels up the ignition line from its inception at the flame front
generator. The Model 245 Flare Pilot is designed for fuel efficiency,
durability, reliability, and ease of installation.
MODEL 245
FUEL EFFICIENT PILOT
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

High alloy construction

Increased stability wind shroud

Low fuel usage

Length:
11-0 (4.3m)
Weight:
65 lb. (29.5 kg)
Standard Metallurgy:

Head
309/310 SS
Pilot gas line
316 SS
Ignition line
316 SS
Inspirator
Cast Iron
Consumption:
44 SCFH of Natural Gas @ 8 psig
Fuel:
Natural gas, propane, butane
Model 245
Fuel Efficient Pilot
MODEL 245
FUEL EFFICIENT PILOT

MODEL 250
ENERGEX

ADVANTAGES

Rapid re-ignition
response time




re-ignition

(240 km/ hr)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Model 250 ENGERGEX Pilot is a high alloy, stainless steel pilot
which combines a high voltage electronic Excitor and a high energy
spark rod to provide rapid, reliable ignition. More importantly, the
ENERGEX pilot provides instantaneous re-ignition if the pilot should
ever lose its flame. This pilot system uses a fuel gas line much like
other standard pilots, however, instead of a flame front generator it
utilizes the Excitor which produces a high voltage arc inside the
pilot nozzle.

An inspirator induces air into the fuel gas line creating a combustible
mixture for the Excitor to ignite. After ignition, if the flame should ever
go out the thermocouple will sense this loss of flame and will send a
signal to the control panel. The Excitor then begins to arc until the
pilot is lit and the thermocouple no longer senses a flame failure. The
spark rod, because of its integral location in the pilot head, can
initiate re-ignition immediately. The Model 250 ENGERGEX Pilot is an
innovative solution for flaring applications in which extended
downtime is a critical concern.
Model 250
ENERGEX Electronic Pilot
MODEL 250 ENERGEX
ELECTRONIC PILOT
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

High alloy steel construction

Robust spark rod assembly

Mass isolated ignitor housing produces spark even when
submerged in water
Length:
11-0 (4.3m)
Weight:
52 lb. (23.6 kg)

Head
309/310 SS
Pilot gas line
316 SS
Excitor line
316 SS
Inspirator
Cast Iron
Consumption:
44 SCFH of Natural Gas @ 8 Psig
Fuel:


Model 255 Pilot

ADVANTAGES

Rapid re-ignition
response time




re-ignition

(240 km/ hr)

Option of using flame front
generator or electric
sparking device
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Model 255 pilot is a combination of our Model 245 pilot and
Model 250 ENERGEX pilot. The Model 255 pilot can be ignited using a
flame front generator and/or the Excitor (electronic sparking device).
This pilot provides double security in case one ignition system should
fail to ignite the pilot for any reason. This pilot should be used in
critical applications that require redundant ignition systems.
MODEL 255 PILOT
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS



Mass isolated ignitor housing produces spark even when
submerged in water

110, 240, or 24 volt power options

Manual or automatic operation

Length:
11-0 (4.3m)
Weight:
75 lb. (34.1 kg)

Head
309/310 SS
Pilot gas line
316 SS
Ignition line
316 SS
Excitor line
316 SS
Inspirator
Cast Iron
Consumption:
Fuel:
MODEL 255 PILOT


Model 270
RETRAX Pilot

ADVANTAGES

Fully retractable for ease of
maintenance

Low maintenance costs:
does not require crane

Eliminates need for ladders and
platforms

Rapid re-ignition
response time



re-ignition

Flame stability:
wind velocities up to
150 mph (240 km/ hr)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Once again, Flare Industries has launched an innovation into the
combustion and pollution control marketplace. The Model 270
RETRAX is a high-tech, retractable, electronic pilot which meets the
technical requirements of our clients. This advanced design allows
the plant operators to lower the RETRAX pilots individually or all at
once for ease of maintenance. Since the RETRAX can be lowered
from grade, operators need not wait for a plant shut down to service
the pilots. The Model 270 RETRAX allows customers to forego ladders
and platforms all together which further saves our clients money in
capital expenditure.

The Model 270 RETRAX Pilot, like the Model 250 ENGERGEX, is a high
alloy, stainless steel pilot which combines a high voltage electronic
Excitor and high energy spark rod to provide rapid, reliable
ignition.More importantly, the RETRAX pilot provides instantaneous re-
ignition if the pilot should ever lose its flame. This pilot system uses a
fuel gas line much like other standard pilots, however instead of a
Flame Front Generator, it utilizes the Excitor which produces a high
voltage arc inside the pilot nozzle.
MODEL 270
RETRAX PILOT
MODEL 270
RETRAX PILOT
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Fully retractable for ease of maintenance
110, 240, or 24 volt power options
Manual or automatic operation

Length:
11-0 (4.3m)
Weight:
52 lb. (23.6 kg)

Head
309/310 SS
Pilot gas line
316 SS
Excitor line
316 SS
Inspirator
Cast Iron
Consumption:
Fuel:

Model 320
Flame Front Generator
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Flame front generator technology is an effective, time proven ignition system
which has been widely used in flaring applications for decades. The inherent
reliability, rugged construction, and ease of operation as well as its
economic advantages have allowed the flame front generator (FFG) to
remain one of the most popular forms of pilot ignition in the industry. The FFG
is easily adaptable to any pilot system which incorporates an ignition tube
and may be installed up to 1 mile (1600m) from the base of the flare stack.
Flare Industries designs and manufactures several styles of FFG systems which
can operate in automatic or manual mode.

Flame Front Generators first meter and then combine fuel gas and air,
thereby creating a combustible air/ gas mixture in the ignition line. This
metering and mixing process is accomplished through the use of small valve
trains placed on the FFG control panel.

Model 300 Flame Front Generator
The Model 300 Manual Flame Front Generator is a manual system which
requires an operator to physically initiate the ignition process by depressing a
button on the FFG control panel. Once the ignition line is filled with this com-
bustible mixture, a spark is created within the ignition chamber and igniting
the mixture. Next, a flame front or fireball propagates through the ignition
tube and ignites the pilot(s). Once the pilots are lit, the flare is ready to ignite
the process gas exiting the flare tip.

Model 320 Automatic Flame Front Generator
The Model 320 initiates ignition and re-ignition automatically while continually
monitoring the ignition system via a UVI 550 pilot monitor or thermocouple.

Model 310/330 Self Inspirating Flame Front Generator
The Model 310 is Flare Industries manual self inspirating flame front generator
while the Model 330 boasts an automatic control system for ignition and re-
ignition. These two models do not require instrument air as they are designed
to inspirate ambient air. Flare Industries employs this technology when a
client does not wish to supply instrument air or when located in a remote
area where instrument air may not be available. This extremely reliable and
easy to operate ignition system uses the same basic design principles and
possesses most of the same features as the Models 300 and 320.
FLAME FRONT
GENERATORS

ADVANTAGES

Reliable time tested pilot
ignition technology

Manual or
automatic/manual
operation

Low maintenance expenses

Cost effective ignition
solution

Self inspirating (no
instrument air required)
Models 310/330

FLAME FRONT
GENERATORS
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Stainless steel valve trains
Optional pilot gas valve train
Pilot status indication via thermocouple on the pilot
Flame Front Generator
Models 300, 310, 320, 330
Dimensions:
60 wide x 48 tall (1.52 mx 1.22)
Model:
300 Manual

310 Manual self inspirating

320 Automatic / Manual

330 Automatic / Manual self inspirating
Classification:
Weather proof NEMA 4X / EExe,
Explosion proof NEMA 7 / EExd
Weight:
150 lbs.350 lbs.
Utilities:

Electrical:
120 VAC (220 VAC, 480 VAC,
24 VDC options)
Air:
1500 SCFH @ 10 150 Psig
(42.4 m/ hr at 0.70 10.5 kg/ cm)
* Models 310 and 330 do not require air.
Alarms:
Form C dry contacts
Gas:
150 SCFH at 10 250 Psig of natural gas
(4.2 m/hr at 0.70 17.6 kg/cm)
FIRECAT
TM
Thermal Oxidizer
FI RECAT
T M

THERMAL OXI DI ZER


ADVANTAGES

Reduced flame visibility
due to enclosed
burner shroud

Minimal noise

Minimal heat radiation due
to ceramic insulation

Ease of emissions sampling
and testing

Extremely high destruction
efficiencies

Smokeless combustion

Greater control of
combustion temperature

Reduced stack visibility
due to low profile
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Flare Industries FIRECAT
TM
Thermal Oxidizers are enclosed flares that
incinerate the process or waste stream while maintaining a precise
destruction temperature. The control scheme for this type of
enclosed flare precisely monitors and controls a blower, assist gas,
and combustion chamber temperature. This control system consists
of a PLC, UV scanner, thermocouples, pressure switches, and a
multitude of other control components depending on the complexity
of the system.

The thermal oxidizer is ideal for sensitive areas due to the following
benefits: reduced flame visibility, minimal heat and noise, emissions
sampling ease, and smokeless combustion.

Flare Industries FIRECAT
TM
Thermal Oxidizer attains extremely high
destruction efficiencies by assuring the required residence time at an
exact temperature. Thermal oxidizers may require supplemental
assist gas streams depending on whether the process stream can
sustain combustion.

FI RECAT
T M

THERMAL OXI DI ZER

DESIGN FEATURES

Refineries
Chemical plants
Truck loading terminals
Gaseous waste from process plants
Marine loading facilities
Dehydration units
Compressor stations

Extremely high destruction efficiencies

Flare Industries high efficiency burner design

Forced or natural draft designs available

Fuel efficient pilot especially designed for enclosed flares

2300 F ceramic fiber blanket used for stack insulation

<200 F cold face skin temperature eliminating
personnel burn hazards

Temperature monitoring

UV flame safeguard

Control schemes using industry standard PLC brands
Dimensions:

Length: 15 - 80 (4.5 x 24.2 m)
Diameter: 30 - 156 (0.76 4 m)
Radiation level:
None (no visible flame)
Noise level:
76 85 dBA
>99%
Service:
Organic and non-organic
process gases
FIRECAT
TM
Thermal Oxidizer

FI RECAT
T M
RECUPERATI VE
OXI DI ZER

ADVANTAGES

50% - 65% heat recovery

Drastically reduced
fuel costs

Destruction of wide range
of solvents and VOCs

Lower operating costs

Steam generation or
oil heating

No visible flame

No radiation

Low noise

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Exorbitant fuel costs is perhaps the most distressing concern when
considering which type of thermal oxidizer to choose. One way to
hedge this variable cost is to employ some form of heat or energy
recovery. FIRECAT
TM
Recuperative Oxidizers employ shell and tube
heat exchangers, boilers, or hot oil heaters to take advantage of the
heat available in the flue gases. In this way, flue gases constantly
heat oil, create steam, or preheat waste gases and combustion air,
thereby reducing fuel gas consumption.

FIRECAT
TM

Recuperative
Oxidizer
FI RECAT
T M

RECUPERATI VE OXI DI ZER

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Low BTU waste gases
Petroleum refining
Chemical processing

Gas/gas or gas/liquid heat exchanger
Combustion or retention chamber
PLC controlled
Exhaust stack
Refractory lined chambers for minimum heat loss

Arrangement:
Vertical, horizontal, modular
Draft system:
Forced
Materials:
Carbon or stainless steel
Connections:
150 # ANSI flanges
Connection line size:
2 to 48
Length:
20 - 0 to 150 - 0
Diameter:
36 to 180
99.0% to 99.9%

FIRECAT
TM

Recuperative
Oxidizer

Regenerative
Thermal Oxidizer
REGENERATI VE
THERMAL OXI DI ZER

ADVANTAGES

95% heat recovery resulting
in drastically reduced fuel
costs

Destruction of wide range of
solvents and VOCs

Low NOx generation

Low wear on system
components (only two
moving parts)

No visible flame

No external radiation

Low noise

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Does a typical thermal oxidizer really burn more fuel per day than the
space shuttle Discovery? Well, thats debatable. The fuel savings of
the Flare Industries Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) versus a
standard thermal oxidizer is not debatable. This technology is most
often used to dispose of high volume, hydrocarbon laden air streams
which typically require large quantities of fuel gas to maintain the
combustion chamber temperature. The Flare Industries RTO
achieves at least 95% effective heat recovery which saves our
customers money in fuel and daily operating costs.

Converting solvent laden fumes into harmless byproducts is the
primary objective of the Flare Industries RTO. This state of the art
design consists of a central combustion or residence chamber and
two or more media filled recovery beds. The RTO directs process
gases to the inlet and outlet chambers alternately, thereby reheating
the media beds. These media beds then preheat the waste stream,
providing at least 95% effective heat recovery, while still maintaining
greater than 99% destruction efficiency.
REGENERATI VE
THERMAL OXI DI ZER

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Low BTU waste gases
Petroleum refining
Chemical processing
Paint/Coating Facilities
Hazardous waste recycling centers

Two or more heat recovery media beds
PLC controlled
Exhaust stack
Booster blower
Ceramic heat recovery media beds
Re-
Capacity:
4,000 scfm to 100,000 scfm
Destruction Efficiency:
99%+
Draft System:
Forced
Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer

Enclosed
Landfill Flares
FULLY ENCLOSED
FLARE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Fully Enclosed Flare (FEF) is a completely enclosed flare system in which combustion occurs inside an
insulated flare stack and in a controlled environment. Enclosed combustion ensures that all radiation,
light, flame, and noise are imperceptible in sensitive areas. The FEF consists of the following components:
flare burner, enclosed stack, combustion air system, control panel, and other optional items.
Burner and Pilot The FEF Burner is the most advanced burner available in the industry today. Its
design allows for high destruction efficiency and low emissions. The NOX and CO emission rates meet or
exceed the requirements of most regulatory agencies (i.e., SCAQMD). This design allows for efficient
combustion in either forced draft or natural draft configurations. Our compact, fuel efficient electronic
pilot provides trouble-free, reliable ignition.
Enclosed Stack The enclosed stack is built in modules to allow for ease of shipment and
installation. It is insulated with 2 to 3 of high temperature refractory. The stack size is based on flow
rate to ensure a minimum of 0.6 seconds residence time for reduced emissions.
Combustion Air System The FEF can be designed to operate as either a natural draft or forced
draft system. The natural draft system has the lowest operating costs and simplest design. In the natural
draft system the air is controlled using a set of opposed blade air louvers that open or close as required
to maintain a constant combustion chamber temperature. The forced draft system utilizes a blower
assembly to provide the necessary air. This system is ideal where high winds may cause a reverse flow in
a natural draft system, thereby extinguishing the flame.
Control Panel The FEF control panel can be supplied in either a NEMA 4X or NEMA 7 enclosure.
Temperature controls, safety systems, remote start / stop, and alarm contacts are standard items. A
completely automated system is the design basis for our controls system.
Enclosed
Bio-Gas Flares
Model Inlet Size
In (mm)
Max Heat Release
mmbtu/hr (mmkcal/hr
Flow Rate
SCFM (m
3
/hr)
Turn Down
Ratio
Retention Time
Sec. (min)
FEF-2 3 (76) 2.5 (0.63) 75 (127) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-5 4 (101) 5.0 (1.26) 160 (272) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-10 6 (152) 10.0 (2.52) 320 (543) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-18 8 (203) 18.0 (4.54) 650 (1,104) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-21 10 (254) 21.0 (5.3) 1,000 (1,698) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-58 12 (305) 58.0 (14.6) 2,000 (3,396) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-110 14 (355) 110.0 (27.7) 4,500 (7,641) 8 : 1 0.6
FEF-175 16 (406) 175.0 (44.1) 6,000 (10,200) 8 : 1 0.6
Specifications:
FULLY ENCLOSED
FLARE
DESIGN FEATURES BENEFIT
Controlled combustion environment Increased destruction efficiency
Natural draft design Low operating costs
No visible flame Good neighbor policy
Low noise Good neighbor policy
8 to 1 turndown ration Good performance under varying operating conditions
Smokeless operation Meets U.S. and international requirements
Fully automated controls Reduced personnel requirements
High destruction efficiency 99.5% meets U.S. and international emissions standards
Low NOX emissions <0.06 lb/ MMbtu (0.11 kg/ MMkcal)
Low CO emissions <0.11 lb/MMbtu (0.2 kg/MMkcal)
Skid mounted option Reduced installation costs
Modular construction Reduced installation costs
Multi-fuel pilot Operates on propane, natural gas or bio-gas

Burner Material:
Stainless Steel
Pilot Material:
Stainless Steel
Stack Material:
Carbon Steel
Process Connection:
150# ANSI Flange
Turn Down Ratio:
8:1 (Higher Turndown Optional)
Operating temperature:
1500F
NOX Emissions:
<0.025 #'s/MMBTU's/Hr
CO Emissions:
<0.06 #'s/MMBTU's/Hr
Visible Emissions:
None
Destruction Efficiency:
>99.0%
Combustion Efficiency:
>99.0%

Semi Enclosed
Candlestick
Flare
SEMI ENCLOSED
CANDLESTI CK FLARE

ADVANTAGES

Reduced flare visibility
Self-supporting stack
Alloy steel flare burner
Low pressure drop design
Custom design to meet any
application

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The SEF Bio-Gas flare is an elevated flare (also referred to as the
Candlestick flare) complete with a shroud to reduce flame visibility
and improve thermal destruction efficiency.
Flare Burner The SEF Burner is constructed from high
temperature alloy steel to prevent corrosion or thermal degradation.
A proprietary flame retention ring is used to provide the stable
combustion required for efficient vapor destruction and a dynamic
purge seal is included to reduce the chance of flashback caused by
air entry into the flare.
Flame Shroud The flame shroud used on the SEF has several
purposes. The shroud is designed to prevent down drafts from
extinguishing the flame. In addition, the shroud reduces the amount
of visible flame seen on the flare and provides a chamber for more
complete combustion. The amount of heat radiation produced by
the flare is reduced allowing the stack height to decrease.
Flare Riser The SEF is supplied with a self-supported flare riser,
complete with base section, designed to be mounted on a concrete
Semi Enclosed
Landfill Flare Station
SEMI ENCLOSED
CANDLESTI CK FLARE
PRINCIPAL APPLICATIONS

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Landfills
Waste water treatment facilities
Anaerobic lagoon

Manual or automatic ignition system
Dynamic purge seal
Ignition monitoring by UV flame detector or thermocouples
Burner Material:
Stainless Steel
Shroud Material:
Stainless Steel
Riser Material:
Carbon Steel
Process Connection:
ANSI 150 lb. Flange
Electrical:
110/220 VAC
Semi Enclosed Flare

Model

Max Flow Height
SCFH (m3/hr) FT. (m)

Diameter
IN. (mm)

Shroud Dia.
in. (mm)
SEF-2
4,000 (113) 10 (3) 2 (51) 8 (203)
SEF-3
9,000 (255) 12 (36) 3 (76) 18 (457)
SEF-4
16,000 (453) 12 (36) 4 (102) 24 (610)
SEF-6
36,000 (1019) 12 (36) 6 (152) 24 (610)
SEF-8
64,000 (1811) 16 (48) 8 (203) 30 (762)
SEF-10
100,000 (2830) 20 (61) 10 (254) 36 (914)
SEF-12
155,000 (4386) 20 (61) 12 (305) 36 (914)

UVI 550 Pilot Monitor
UVI 550
PI LOT MONI TOR

ADVANTAGES

Instantaneous response time

Ease of maintenance
located at grade

Durability not located in
flame impingement zone

Ultraviolet detection (not
affected by the sun)

Penetrates fog, rain, sleet,
smog, or smoke

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The UVI 550 pilot monitor was designed and developed in order to
satisfy several objectives: remote flame detection, reliability,
durability, ease of maintenance, and rapid response time. The result
is an extremely reliable, durable and inexpensive pilot monitoring
device. The UVI 550 is used to detect the presence of a pilot flame
at distances of up to 550 feet. If the UVI 550 detects the absence of
flame or flame failure for an adjustable amount of time, a set of dry
form C contacts are activated and the pilot re-ignition system is set
into motion. The response time is much quicker than when using a
standard thermocouple because the UVI 550 reacts instantaneously.
A standard thermocouple goes into alarm only after it has cooled
down below the set temperature of the thermocouple controller,
whereas the UVI can immediately sense the loss of flame.

The UVI 550 measures a specific narrow band of ultraviolet radiation
that is common only to burning hydrocarbons. The sensitivity of the
UVI 550 is such that it can detect radiation from an 8 inch flame at a
distance of 500 feet. The ultraviolet wave length can be sensed
through a veritable barrage of fog, rain, sleet, smog, or even smoke.
The UVI 550 can be located at any position (full 360 degrees) relative
to the flare stack since solar ultraviolet rays have no effect on the
monitor. Most infrared detectors can not be positioned so that they
face east or west due to false readings and interference from the
sun. The UVI 550 is technologically superior to infrared pilot monitors
as well as being less expensive. Another obvious advantage is ease
of maintenance given that the UVI is located at grade.
Dimensions:
23 high x 11 wide x 9 deep
Weight:
44 lbs.
Electrical classification:
NEMA 4X (standard)

NEMA 7 (optional)

CENELEC (optional)
Power:
3.5 amps120 volts AC
12 volts DC
Alarm contact:
10 amp form C dry contacts
Range:
550 feet maximum
UVI 550
PI LOT MONI TOR
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Alarm for flame out
Monitor for auto-ignition control systems
Monitor for safely flaring toxic gases
Swivel mount for sighting lens
UVI 550 Pilot Monitor

Knockout Drum Skid
KNOCKOUT DRUM

ADVANTAGES

Disentrains liquid droplets

Prevents flaming rain

Reduces flare smoke

Recovers liquids

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Whenever a process requires that entrained droplets be removed
From a vapor stream, Flare Industries includes a knockout drum in the
system design. Condensation can occur when hot process gases
cool considerably in the flare gas header and riser, and some gases
also go to dew point at ambient temperatures and pressures and
can therefore generate liquids. These droplets must be removed in
order to avoid the phenomenon known as flaming rain, which occurs
when liquid droplets are blown out the top of a flare stack along with
ignited process gases. In order to avoid this hazard, Flare Industries
provides the knockout drum. Designed to remove particles as small
as 50 microns in size. The vessel can be outfitted with a wide variety
of instrumentation. Flare Industries provides both horizontal and
vertical configurations.
KNOCKOUT DRUM
Dimensions:

Diameter:
24 to 180
Height:
5 to 50
Wall Thickness:
Varies
Materials:
Carbon steel, stainless steel, others
ASME code design:
By customer request
Style:
Cyclonic or traditional
Orientation:
Vertical or horizontal
System integration:
Stand alone or integral to stack


DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Gases that go to dew point at ambient pressures
and temperatures

Hot gases

Heavy hydrocarbons with a tendency to condense

Terminal loading facilities

Refineries

Petrochemical facilities

Automatic liquid level controls

Specially designed separation internals

Inspection opening

Drain

Used in combination with liquid seal

Knockout Drum

Vertical Liquid Seal
LI QUI D SEAL

ADVANTAGES

Prevents flashback
(gas groups A-D)

Prevents surging of gases

Creates positive pressure
in the flare header

Disentrains liquid droplets

General Description

Purge systems are the perfect solution for preventing air infiltration in
the flare stack and header system, however it is possible to lose
purge gas supply. When purge gas is lost or interrupted, the flare
system and plant can once again face the possibility of flashback
and/or catastrophic explosion.

The liquid seal drum is a specially designed vessel containing a
predetermined level of water in the base of the drum. As the
waste/process gas enters the drum through the flare system header,
it is diverted down into the water and forced to bubble through the
liquid seal. The gas then travels up through the flare stack and tip for
combustion.

The main purpose of the liquid seal drum is to stop flame
propagation. By quenching the flame with a barrier of water, Flare
Industries Liquid Seal design achieves this purpose as well as
providing other intrinsic design advantages. Second, the liquid seal
acts as a large check valve so that gas can not travel upstream for
any reason. A third function of the liquid seal is to disentrain liquid
droplets. Thus, the liquid seal drum provides flame arresting
capabilities, acts as a check valve, and knocks liquids out of the
waste gas. Liquid seals can be designed as a separate vessel or as
an integral part of the flare riser structure.
LI QUI D SEAL

DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Process gases containing air
Process gases in gas groups A and B
Process gases with high probability of flashing back
Terminal loading facilities
Refineries
Petrochemical facilities

Anti-surge baffles
Perforated diffuser cone
Automatic liquid level controls
Hydrocarbon skimmer
Inspection opening
Drain
Used in combination with knockout drum
Vertical Liquid Seal
Dimensions:

Diameter:
24 to 180
Height:
5 to 50
Wall thickness:
Varies
Materials:
Carbon steel, stainless steel,
others
ASME code design:
By customer request
Orientation:
Vertical or horizontal
System integration:
Stand alone or integral to stack

Dynamic Seal
DYNAMI C SEAL

ADVANTAGES

Prevents flashback

Less purge gas required
(94% less)

Significant cost savings
over time

Extends flare tip working
life by preventing burnback

Lower capital costs

Not affected by wind
velocities, thermal
contractions, or flow
oscillations

No moving parts (will not
bind, wear out, or fail)

Functions with wide range
of gases (heavy and light)

Extremely low pressure drop

General Description

Flashback prevention +low purge gas consumption +low cost =
Flare Industries Dynamic Seal. It is a very simple equation.
Flashback occurs when ambient air penetrates the flare stack and
mixes with waste gas, creating a combustible mixture. The most
common and most acceptable safety measure is to purge the
system with a gas that does not contain oxygen and will not reach
dew point at ambient conditions. Purge gas constantly flows through
the flare header piping and flare stack insuring that air infiltration
does not occur. Sweeping a stack with purge gas twenty four hours
per day without a purge seal can result in exorbitant operating
expenses over time.

The Dynamic Seal is a simple innovation insuring reliable operation
and significant cost savings year after year. The reverse conical
baffle design reduces flow area in the flare tip while simultaneously
increasing purge gas velocity. A vortex effect is created in the exiting
purge gas which inspirates intruding air. This intruding air is drawn out
of the boundary layer and into the exiting purge gas flow column,
thus purging the flare tip. The Dynamic Seal can be used in
horizontal as well as vertical applications due to the fact that it relies
on fluid flow rather than gravity in order to operate properly. Since
there are no moving parts, the Dynamic Seal virtually lasts forever.
This Flare Industries technology offers several inherent cost and
safety advantages. Also referred to as a velocity seal.
DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Stainless steel construction
Single conical baffle
Reverse flow configuration
Dynamic Seal
Material:
Stainless steel
Diameters (nominal):
4 - 60
Location:
Integral to the flare tip
DYNAMI C SEAL
Molecular Seal
MOLECULAR SEAL

ADVANTAGES

Prevents flashback

Less purge gas required
(98% less)

Significant cost savings
over time

Maintains gas seal for up
to 8 hours if purge
gas is lost

No moving parts
(will not bind, wear out,
or fail)

Functions with wide range
of gases (heavy and light)

General Description

Flashback. This phenomenon occurs when ambient air penetrates
the flare stack and mixes with waste gas, creating a combustible
mixture. An ignition source can then create an explosion inside the
flare stack which could flashback through the flare header. This
flashback, or flame propagation, can travel through the flare header
piping and propagate back to the source, thus causing an industrial
disaster. The Flare Industries Molecular Seal is used in conjunction
with purge gas in order to avoid this unpleasant occurrence.

The most common and most acceptable safety measure is to
continuously purge the flare system with a gas that does not contain
oxygen and will not reach dew point at ambient conditions (fuel gas
and nitrogen are the most commonly used fluids). Purge gas
constantly flows through the flare header piping and flare stack
insuring that air infiltration does not take place. Sweeping a stack
with purge gas twenty four hours per day without employing a purge
gas seal can result in exorbitant operating expenses over time;
especially for large diameter stacks.

The Molecular Seal is a purge reduction device which allows the flare
system operator to use 98% less purge gas while continually sweeping
the system. The savings in daily purge gas consumption over the long
run makes for a short payback period on the initial capital investment
of the molecular seal. Also referred to as labyrinth or density seal.


DESIGN FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

Drain connection
Lifting lugs
Inspection opening
Optional component for all Flare Industries
elevated flare systems

MOLECULAR SEAL
Material:
Carbon or stainless steel
Connections:
150# ANSI RFSO flanges
Diameters (nominal):
4 - 84
Diameter (actual):
12 - 190
Length:
6 - 0 - 20 - 0
Portable Rental
Flare
RENTAL FLARES


ADVANTAGES

Regulates cash flow

No long term investment

No storage necessary

Often less expensive than
purchasing a new flare

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Rental systems are often a viable alternative when temporary
applications require a flare system for a short duration. Plant shutdowns,
emergency repair work, one time flaring needs, and tip replacements
are just some of the possible motives for employing a rental flare.

Flare Industries stocks a complete line of rental Utility, Air Assist, MACH-1
Sonic, and Steam Assist flares. Rental flares are available in most sizes
from 50 to 250 overall height.

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