Blaze Flex-Flo

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Flexible Firewater System

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April 11 2024

FLEX-FLO is a flexible piping technology developed by Blaze Manufacturing Solutions specifically for firewater deluge systems in asset life extension and decommissioning projects. It can also be used in new oil and gas, chemical processing, marine, drilling, renewable energy, and other industrial applications requiring heat radiation shielding.

The corrosion-free flexible piping is designed as an enhancement over traditional rigid piping for simplified installation and maintenance. It does not require production shutdowns for replacement and alterations. FLEX-FLO provides optimized firewater deluge with efficient flow rates and throw distances.

The flexible piping makes use of stainless steel corrugated tubing that can be bent into position. It connects via flanged fittings to interface with traditional pipework. The flanges allow for easy installation and future modifications. FLEX-FLO piping requires minimal structural steel support. It can be installed in long continuous lengths without joints, reducing leak potential. The smooth bore interior minimizes flow friction losses. FLEX-FLO provides a low maintenance, long service life piping solution to maximize safety and reduce total cost of ownership.

Pros & Limitations
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Flexible pipe deluge systems facilitate a simplified approach to the engineering process and increase installation speeds when compared with fixed pipe systems.
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No welding or metal cutting is required, which means that no time consuming hot work precautions / NDT is needed and no sparks or fumes are generated.
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Due to the properties of Flexible piping it is able to withstand the impact of projectiles which significantly increases the probability of surviving a blast / explosion.
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Flexible piping resists fire and heat much better than fixed systems. Even without water in the pipe for the first five minutes it can withstand jet fires with a heat flux of 390kW/m², temperatures above 1350°C.
Specification
Specification Title Specification Description
Sectors
Oil & gas production, Chemical processing, Marine vessels, Drilling, Well testing, Renewable energy, Industrial
Benefits
Quick to install, No production shutdown required, Flexible for alterations
Material
Corrosion free flexible pipework

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Blaze Manufacturing Solutions are a leading provider of fire safety protection, detection & control systems and loss prevention solutions. Quality and service are key factors in the industry, and Blaze have formal approvals from internationally recognized bodies.

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