Dates: Jul 18, 2024
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Flame arresters are used in process industries to prevent propagation of flame from entering a vessel or a piping system during either emergency relief or normal operation.
Flame arresters are used at the opening of equipment or the exit side of a pressure relief device protecting equipment from overpressure. A flame can be triggered during emergency relief or normal operation. The flame arresters may also be installed in the piping connecting a system of enclosures. As the name implies, the flame arresters prevent the passage of flame but allows the flow of gas.
In this newsletter, Dilip Das presents a basic understanding of flame arresters, the codes and standards that must be followed, as well as the many types and designs available. He covers:
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This newsletter also includes access to a 34-minute video on the 2012 Reynosa gas explosion incident. Neil Prophet discusses potential causes leading to the incident and the importance of consequence modeling in process safety.
Have a great and safe day.