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Steam Assisted Flares

Steam Assist flare systems are the ultimate option for any application that requires smokeless flow and has steam utilities available. Steam flares have a much wider range of flexibility for smokeless flow, when compared to other assisted flares, because the momentum that steam provides to the combustion zone is unmatched and can handle almost any range of waste gas compositions. These flare systems are most common in downstream applications such as refineries or at sites that have steam utilities available. Cimarron’s Steam Assisted flare systems are optimized to meet any smokeless and emission requirements.

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Custom Steam Assisted Flares

  • We offer fully customized design packages for any size gas inlet diameter and any height requirement, that can be customized to fit your specific needs

Markets & Applications

  • Petroleum refining
  • Petroleum production
  • Chemical processing
  • Pipeline transportation
  • Tank and barge loading facilities
  • Natural gas compression and production

  • Advantages

    • Highest DREs achievable up to 99%+
    • Best smokeless technology available
    • Efficient design to reduce utility consumption and maintenance
    • Optimized materials and design for cost efficiency
    • Can handle any range of light to heavy compositions

  • Sytelink 360® Real-Time Monitoring

    Our real-time monitoring system, Sytelink 360®, helps optimize equipment performance and predict failures while providing data-logging capability on the cloud.

  • Energy Efficiency

    Decrease Utility Consumption: Steam flares are the answer for operators who have heavy gas applications with steam available. Cimarron provides the latest technology to optimize steam consumption for smokeless flow, compared to traditional steam assist flares. The reduction in steam consumption significantly reduces utility consumption and utility costs.

  • Expert Engineering

    Our in-house process and design engineering team has over 100+ combined years of experience in plant, field, and facility level applications. We use the latest technology and industry leading expertise to size our units to provide an advanced and optimized design, that meets the latest industry standards specific to your unique process requirements.

  • Comprehensive Field Services

    We have a dedicated in-house service team with extensive dehydration commissioning, operating, and troubleshooting experience in most major basins. Rest assured that Cimarron will be available to support the product throughout its life.

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Technical Information

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  • How It Works

    Steam assisted flares are designed to dispose of heavier waste gases which have a greater tendency to smoke. To prevent incomplete combustion, steam is injected into the waste stream using peripheral steam rings, center steam spargers, and/or inner induction tubes. The injection of steam has two principal effects:

    • High-pressure steam flow causes turbulence in the waste stream which improves mixing and therefore improves combustion efficiency.
    • Additional air is inspirated into the waste gas providing the oxygen necessary for augmented smokeless capacity.
    • High smokeless capacity due to the momentum of steam injection

    Steam flares are typically used in applications where the customer has high-pressure steam available on site.

    SA Model

    • External steam injection stabilizes the flame and entrains air, ensuring efficient combustion
    • Used in applications with lighter gases/lower flow rates that do not require as much steam for smokeless performance

    SAI Model

    • Internal induction tubes with venturi inlets for improved air inspiration
    • Higher smokeless capacity
    • Reduced noise at a given capacity
    • Used in applications with heavier gases/higher flow rates that require as more steam for smokeless performance

  • Additional Technical Information

    Typical Utility Consumption:

    * Standard voltage rating, 120 VAC or other voltage rating can be provided upon request

  • Design Parameter Considerations

    • Inlet Gas Temperature: Standard packages utilize carbon steel gas risers that can handle temperatures ranging from -20°F up to 600°F+. Low-temperature carbon steel can be utilized as a cost-effective solution for temps down to -50°F. For gas that is colder than -50°F, stainless steel process pipe is used.
    • Inlet Pressure:Flares can handle a range of inlet pressures up to 50 psig. The standard steel piping of the gas riser can structurally handle pressures higher than 50 psig, considering that flare systems are open to atmosphere and do not retain pressure. However, there is potential for the flare tip flame to break away or lift off form the flare tip at pressures higher than 50 psig. Special design considerations can be utilized at pressures higher than 50 psig to fit your specific needs.

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