What are the main MMRs used to prevent a BLEVE?
The BLEVE phenomenon
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What are the main MMRs used to prevent a BLEVE?
The BLEVE phenomenon

Author : Olivier IDDIR

Publication date: September 10, 2014 | Lire en français

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4. What are the main MMRs used to prevent a BLEVE?

To prevent a BLEVE, it is necessary to limit the heating of the tank subjected to thermal stress. Various technical solutions are available to achieve this:

  • cooling the envelope with a water film or spray;

  • under embankment ;

  • the use of PFP (passive fire protection) thermal protection systems, including intumescent paints;

  • valves.

4.1 Envelope cooling

For above-ground tanks, the main MMR implemented to prevent a BLEVE is the cooling of the shell to limit its temperature rise. There are two main cooling techniques:

  • zenithal deluge, which consists of...

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