Avoid Pressure-Relief System Pitfalls

This article is based on the AIChE Webinar: "Whoops! I Made a Mistake Sizing My Relief Device and Then I Installed It Incorrectly!" Before you begin pressure-relief system design, watch out for these common mistakes in identifying overpressure scenarios, performing sizing calculations, and installing the system in the field.

Mistakes made when selecting, sizing, and installing pressure relief systems can create serious safety risks. This article will address: 

• How improper installation and selection of pressure relief systems impact safety
• How to recognize and address common sizing, selection, and installation mistakes
• Eliminating safety risk — the earlier, the better
• Improving how you audit your work and the work of others