Production Systems
U-Shaped Burner
Booms are used to extend the crude oil burner and gas flare a set distance from an installation to allow the produced hydrocarbons to be flared safely and move the radiated heat away from the installation.
Booms are used to extend the crude oil burner and gas flare a set distance from an installation to allow the produced hydrocarbons to be flared safely and move the radiated heat away from the installation.
The boom is a portable U-shaped truss assembly. The kingpost attaches to the rig structure and is braced with three tie-back struts. Vertical suspension cables and horizontal wind-stay cables support the boom, so a rig crane is not needed for support. The length of the boom depends on the anticipated flow rates and the installation.
By using a boom, operators can avoid exposing property and personnel to excessive heat radiation levels from the combustion process. The U-shaped configuration helps provide added security for personnel using the boom.
Booms are typically installed on either side of an offshore rig. The well test piping typically includes a manifold to divert flow to the downwind side for safe operation. In addition to the oil and gas lines, there are water, air, vent, and pilot gas lines.
Design Codes Used in Construction for Piping
Transportation skid included.
Other sizes, configurations, and pressure ratings are available to meet most applications.
Key features
- Modular Design: Available in 60 ft, 90 ft, and 120 ft lengths.
- Easy Upgrades: Modular design allows easy upgrade from 60 ft to 90 ft or 120 ft.
- Lightweight Structure: Reduces crane capacity requirements and simplifies installation.
- Efficient Attachment: A boom attachment point at the kingpost easily accepts the boom into a U-shaped slot, reducing and simplifying installation time.
- Reduced Congestion: Integral air, water, and vent lines reduce weight and piping congestion.
- Added Safety: Protected walkway provides added safety.
- ANSI B31.3
- NACE MR-01-75
Specifications
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| U-Shaped Burner Boom Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Boom Length ft. (m) | 60 (18.3) | 90 (27.4) | 120 (36.6) |
| Boom Weight lb. (kg) | 7,674 (3481) | 11,511 (5221) | 15,348 (6962) |
| Design Load | Type | Line Size | Normal Pressure |
| 1000 lb. Burner | Oil | 3″ Sch 80 | 1,440 psi |
| 100 mph Wind | Gas Flare | 4″ Sch 80 | 995 psi |
| 1 G Vertical Load | Vent (2) | 4″ Sch 80 | to Atmosphere |
| 1/2 G Transverse Load | Water | 3″ Sch 80 | 525 psi |
| Spare (2) | 3″ Sch 80 | to Atmosphere | |
| Air | 3″ Sch 80 | 150 psi |
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