Conference Papers
Damage Mechanisms for on refinery operating units have been well documented for over 20 years. The successful application of this methodology is the cornerstone of Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and other predictive Asset or Mechanical Integrity technology that has provided improvements in equipment reliability. Damage mechanism reviews have been applied to Ammonia Production Plants, Which have less variability in feedstocks and often very similar processing equipment. This paper provides an overview of the potential unique damage mechanisms based on known process parameters, selected the appropriate inspection methods, and communicates relevant factors and possible mitigation options as a resource for ammonia production sites. This methodology has been implemented in numerous facilities worldwide.
As the biofuels industry continues to expand in support of global decarbonization mandates and objectives, facility owners and developers are being challenged to balance production efficiency, operational reliability, and personnel safety.
As high hazard facilities, biofuels sites should focus on developing a fire protections strategy informed by performance-based analysis so strategies implemented meet the unique challenges found at each facility.
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