HIPS is used in the process industry as a cost-effective alternative to mechanical safety devices such as pressure safety valves with flaring to help reduce emissions and reduce the impact of pressure fluctuation mitigation.
Several companies have conducted studies to evaluate and validate the feasibility and reliability of such systems, comparing HIPS performance with traditional overpressure protection devices. Our Trident product is ideally suited for these stand-alone, exposed applications.
When process units are expanded or modified, or when a new unit is being integrated into a standing plant, existing flare capacity may be inadequate. As plant experience increases, new larger contingencies for flare sizing may also be identified. In these instances, a HIPS may be used to reduce some single contingencies, thereby allowing continued operation without compromising safety or requiring additional expansion or investment in the flare system.
Value Proposition Statement
A properly designed and applied HIPS may be used to reduce loads to existing flare systems or provide additional safeguards where conventional pressure relief devices have proven to be unreliable or are not allowed due to environmental regulations.
Application Notes
TRICON Flare Header Overpressure Protection System (pdf)
