An intensive professional development training course on
Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation
Ensuring Safe Pressure Relief and Emission Control in Process Facilities
Why Choose Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation Training Course?
Flare and relief systems are essential safety components in oil, gas, and petrochemical plants. Their primary purpose is to safely handle overpressure scenarios by directing excess gases away from critical process units and releasing them in a controlled and environmentally compliant manner. However, poorly designed or incorrectly operated flare systems can lead to serious safety incidents, equipment damage, and regulatory violations. This Flare and Relief Systems: Design, Simulation, and Operation training course provides engineers and technical professionals with an in-depth understanding of the principles, design considerations, simulation techniques, and operational strategies related to flare and pressure relief systems. Participants will learn how to evaluate system performance, implement mitigation measures, and ensure compliance with API, OSHA, and environmental standards.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role and importance of flare and relief systems in process safety
- Design and size relief devices and flare headers based on dynamic conditions
- Perform simulations to assess system behavior under various scenarios
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies for safe operation
- Ensure compliance with international standards and emission limits
The Course Content
- Purpose and function of relief and flare systems
- Types of pressure relief devices (PRVs, rupture disks, valves)
- Introduction to flare system components and layout
- Overview of applicable standards (API 521, ASME, OSHA, EPA)
- Causes of overpressure and relief scenarios
- Calculating required relief rates for different cases (fire, blocked outlet, thermal expansion)
- Relief valve selection and set pressure determination
- API 520 guidelines and relief system documentation
- Flare header design: pipe sizing, pressure drop, velocity limits
- Knockout drum sizing and configuration
- Stack height, radiation, and dispersion considerations
- Steam and air-assisted flares, smokeless operation
- Tools for modeling flare and relief systems (e.g., Aspen HYSYS Dynamics, Flarenet)
- Dynamic simulation of pressure relief scenarios
- Impact of simultaneous relief loads and backpressure analysis
- System integrity and thermal effects
- Monitoring flare system performance
- Maintenance and inspection requirements
- Flaring reduction strategies and flare gas recovery systems
- Case studies of system failures and mitigation plans
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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