Abstract
Two flare systems used at separate units within a larger chemical complex were modified to improve overall performance and efficiency. One system was a standard enclosed ground flare; the other was a less-conventional horizontal ground flare system. In both cases, restaging resulted in significant reductions in energy usage and continuing or improved compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining the flexibility to manage gases having variable flowrates and heat contents.
Dooley, K. A.; McLeod, G. M.; Lorenz, M. D. (1997). Design Enhancements To Improve Flare Efficiency. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu). Available electronically from
https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /91201.