Assist Gas for Flares
Assist Gas for Flares
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How can I estimate the flowrate of assist gas (a gas with a higher heating value such as propane or natural gas required for complete combustion of a waste gas stream going to a flare? I have seen guidelines on assist steam for smokeless operation, but I have not run into guidelines for assist gas.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.





RE: Assist Gas for Flares
This was off an oil processing plant. Flareman likely has the best information for you. What type of gas are you flaring?
RE: Assist Gas for Flares
RE: Assist Gas for Flares
I seem to remember that API 521 does give some guidance on the issue although not alot.
RE: Assist Gas for Flares
The John Zink company has several "white papers" on designing and specifying flare sytems. Have you rviewed these ?
Try this link...
www.johnzink.com/products/flares/html/flar_sel_guide.htm
Let us know what you decide..
MJC
RE: Assist Gas for Flares