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Surge analysis studies for different operating variants were carried out through a simulation model
developed in dynamic multiphase flow simulator OLGA. The model consisted of pipeline as per
geometry, pumps, valves, controls and pressure safety devise. Each pipeline will be unique in this
respect; however the following is a sample of scenarios which should be considered:
2) What if a pump is restarted within a given number of seconds after being tripped?
The complete pipeline valuation requires simulation and examination of different operating conditions
for each valve closure, pump trip and fluid parameters. The dynamic model was used to simulate surge
pressure condition within the pipeline system for valve operation, sudden blockage, pump trip, if
pump does not trip etc. Simulation runs were carried out for several variants like, Closure of
sectionalizing motor operated valve (MOV) on the mainline, Closure of inlet MOV of the storage Tanks
during receipt, Stoppage of Pump (s) at originating / intermediate pump station, Closure of valves
during emergency shutdown, farthest valve closure, mid valve closure and nearest valve closure. For
each variant predicted maximum surge pressure and its location in the pipeline.