Fired Heater Health Monitoring and Reliability Management

Quest Integrity, February 15, 2023

API 530 - Calculation of Heater Tube Thickness in Petroleum Refineries

API 530, Calculation of Heater-tube Thickness in Petroleum Refineries, is an inspection code, written and published by the
API 560 - Fired Heaters for General Refinery Service

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API RP 538 - Industrial Fired Boilers for General Refinery and Petrochemical Service

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API RP 573 - Inspection of Fired Boilers and Heaters

API RP 573, Inspection of Fired Boilers and Heaters, is a recommended practice published and developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API) that covers the inspection practices for...
Asset Integrity Management (AIM)

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Fired Heaters

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Inspection

Inspection is the practice of examining the physical condition of materials, components, or entire pieces of equipment in order to determine if and for how long it will operate as intended. Inspection plays a vital role in any
Integrity Operating Windows (IOWs)

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Reliability

Reliability is a special attribute that describes the dependability of a component. This means that the component consistently performs a desired function under certain conditions for a certain period of time in order to meet business goals and...

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Overview

The reliable operation of fired heaters is crucial to the successful performance of any facility. Because furnace tubes operate under such extreme conditions, their lifetimes are often limited by creep, corrosion, and oxidation. Establishing a fired heater health monitoring and reliability management program will significantly improve fired heater performance and safety by ensuring all risks are understood and accounted for, helping operators reduce the risk while extending run times, and optimizing tube replacements.

This eBook covers many essential elements for optimizing the performance and reliability of fired heaters including:

Health Monitoring and Reliability Management
Inspection, Monitoring, and Maintenance
Integrity Operating Windows

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