Anti-freezing of water cut valve in liquid hydrocarbon tanks
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The raw hydrocarbons from units such as catalytic and coking units bring water into the tank area after washing, so it is necessary to remove this water regularly; some facilities use automatic water removal devices for this purpose. I would like to ask everyone how to prevent freezing of the water cut-off valve in winter? The consequences of a liquid hydrocarbon leak would be catastrophic!
We use steam for heating and insulation; it is in use in winter and turned off in summer
The method provided on the 2nd floor is better; steam tracing is safe and reliable, while electric heating tapes pose certain safety risks.
Provide heat tracing for the cut-water valve; enhance the cut-water function
Such problems keep arising, and they should be studied as a serious issue; especially in the winters of the north, where severe challenges are posed to preventing equipment from freezing.