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Tank vent management for shipping & offshore
Reliable tank venting solutions are vital for vessels involved in the handling and transportation of flammable and hazardous liquids. By managing vapor emissions and maintaining safe operating conditions, these systems contribute significantly to environmental compliance, operational safety, and the protection of both ship and personnel.
The innoventing company
Ventiq AS is a Norwegian engineering and manufacturing firm specializing in advanced
ventilation systems and PV valves for protecting flammable and hazardous liquids onboard ships across the globe. With decades of expertise in tank venting technology, Ventiq offers deep insight and guidance on optimal tank vent configuration and design.
In addition to its core engineering capabilities, Ventiq delivers comprehensive cargo venting solutions - encompassing project management, system design, and technical consulting - tailored to meet the demanding standards of maritime safety and performance.
Curbing emissions
As sustainability and environmental responsibility become increasingly important, the maritime industry is shifting towards cleaner and more efficient fuel solutions.
As the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change grows, traditional fossil fuels are becoming less suitable for powering ships.
This has led to increased interest in alternative fuels and the technologies that support their use. Methanol, for example, is a promising marine fuel, but its flammable and toxic properties require strict safety measures for handling, storage, and tank ventilation systems.
Safety is paramount
The regulations pertaining to controlled ventilation on board ships transporting hazardous or flammable liquids, whether as cargo or fuel, play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of tanks against fire hazards and mitigating excessive over- and under pressure conditions.
Conducting comprehensive testing in accordance with the latest statutory requirements is essential at a minimum. When augmented by decades of accumulated knowledge and a commitment to identifying optimal solutions for operational safety and maintenance, the necessity for reliability in controlled ventilation systems becomes evident.
The key is reliability
For a vent pipe system relying on controlled ventilation to operate as intended, a variety of factors must be carefully considered. The determination of the vent system's capacity is to be formalized through a structured process encompassing pressure drop calculations and the utilization of certified flow curves for pressure vacuum valves.
Additionally, various influential factors, including but not limited to vapor growth rate, liquid density, pipe length, and the number of bends, must be meticulously considered to attain an optimal configuration of the system.