Flare Systems
PRM Flare Systems are used for controlling Methane (CH4) and Carbon Dioxide (CO2), as byproducts of Landfill Biodegradation. PRM specializes in designing and manufacturing flares for landfill applications up to 10,000 SCFM with destruction rates of up to 98% efficiency. Other markets include waste-water and agricultural applications.
Features
- Complete in-house design and manufactured for compliant operation.
- Skid mounted for easy low cost installation.
- Proprietary pilot burner configuration ensures complete gas destruction.
- 10:1 or greater turndown.
- Candlestick or Enclosed Flares up to 10,000 CFM.
- Combustion systems comply with NFPA 86.
- Windshield design improves operational stability and turndown.
- Adjustable thermocouples to improve operation and temperature control.
Utility Flares
The Utility Flare or “Candlestick Flare” is a basic flare that is used primarily for the combustion of excess landfill or other biogas generated by solid waste landfills. Candlestick Flares burn the concentrated fume which is typically 40%-55% Methane by discharging the gases through a discharge pipe and through a windshield. As the gases discharge, they are exposed to a pilot that will initially ignite the gases. Sustained combustion is typical without a pilot, however, the pilot is available to actuate as needed. Candlestick Flares are typically monitored by a thermocouple or a UV Flare scanner for flame activity. Our Candlestick Flare can achieve efficiencies greater than 98% when operated properly.
- PRM manufactures Candlestick Flares with capacities from 50CFM to 10,000CFM.
- Our flares meet destruction efficiencies as required in EPA 40CFR, 60.18.
- PRM Flares are designed in accordance with AP-42 standards.
Burner and Pilot
PRM manufactures a proprietary pilot and burner design to provide reliable flame stability during a variety of weather and gas conditions. Our pilot and burner assemblies are constructed of heavy gauge stainless steel to improve the life of the system. Landfills can generate an abundance of methane gas which can escape into the atmosphere and can cause compliance and odor issues. These gases are typically extracted under a negative pressure from the landfill field and used in the gas to energy process or destroyed using a flare. Landfills that utilize this gas for the gas to energy process require a contingency flare that allows excess gas to be destroyed.
Enclosed Flares
PRM Enclosed Flares combust the gases inside a vertical, insulation-lined chamber. Enclosed Flare designs increase destruction efficiencies and allow sampling to confirm destruction. This can be important to insure compliance and optimize carbon credits. Enclosed Flares are aesthetically appealing as the flame is concealed. Typical destruction in Enclosed Flares is greater than 99%. For applications requiring strict NOx compliance, PRM can design the Enclosed Flare with staged burners and injection systems.