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FAI specializes in adiabatic calorimeter testing for the characterization of runaway reactions. Vent Sizing
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FAI routinely performs vent sizing on a variety of chemical
systems. The vent sizing method depends on the available data and system
requirements. In any case, the key ingredient is experimental data
obtained utilizing a DIERS-based adiabatic calorimeter.
Adiabatic calorimetry data provide all the necessary information for proper vent sizing, including:
Fauske (2000) has recently proposed a simplified DIERS methodology, which makes use of adiabatic calorimetry data. The American Petroleum Institute (API) also recommends DIERS methodology. Click here for details. |
1) Fauske, H. K., “Properly Size Vents for Nonreactive and Reactive Chemicals,” Chemical Engineering Progress, pp. 17-29, February 2000. This reference and other related vent sizing papers can be requested through the FAI website. |
