Specialty Services
Pressure Relief Systems Management
HGA is well-versed in the life cycle management of pressure relief systems (PRVs), using methods of project management, analysis, and process engineering services. Properly maintained PRVs are vital to ensuring that plant personnel and equipment are protected in the case of an abrupt overpressure event. At HGA, we understand that to prevent a system failure, competent management systems must be established effectively.
HGA has worked with companies in various industries, ranging from agricultural to specialty chemicals, to create management solutions that comply with existing OSHA standards. Our experts—consisting of multi-disciplined engineers and experienced data collectors—use a carefully planned relief system workflow to analyze, design, and document your operation. The goal is to minimize risk and maximize regulatory compliance.
Using our VistaTRAK project management platform, we can provide tracking, centralized data repository, and reporting with 24/7 accessibility accessible through desktop or mobile device. Our information management systems guarantee data protection, compliance, and reduce the risk of downtime.
Design & Documentation Services
- Audit of existing pressure relief documentation for compliance
- Piping modification design & routing
- Dispersion analysis
- On-site data & collection
- Construction drawings & installation services
- Flare studies
- Revalidation of overpressure scenarios & relief device sizing
- Runaway reactions (published literature, lab tests, field tests)
- Relief device procurement
- Established methodologies for relief device-based & equipment-based approaches