Installation of Europe’s Largest Ground Flare
Zenith is globally recognised for its commitment to innovation and excellence, consistently delivering industry leading engineering, specialist access and mechanical installation solutions to the foremost blue-chip companies in the oil, gas and petrochemical sector.
ExxonMobil, one of Zenith’s valued long-term clients, determined to construct Europe’s largest ground flare at their Mossmorron facility in Fife, United Kingdom. Utilising Zenith’s renowned expertise in structural and mechanical engineering, combined with our extensive on site specialist access, lifting capabilities and comprehensive mechanical services, ExxonMobil engineers confidently approached the entire project which took place over an 18-month period.
Notably, the installation of the new ground flare also took place whilst the entire ethylene plant was live. The complexities of working within a live petrochemical plant required innovative, technical solutions and close collaboration with the wider project team.
Project Overview
• Spooling and fabrication of pipework from 1” to 16”
in stainless steel and carbon steel.
• Installation of 18m diameter, 31m high combustion
chamber.
• Steel erection of shroud and associated structures.
• Provision of lifting temporary works.
• Lifting supervision for all lifting activities.
• Welding undertaken to ASME standards.
Zenith’s close partnership with ExxonMobil throughout this immense project resulted in a vast improvement concerning the environmental impact of existing facility. The entire project was safely and successfully completed on time and is a reflection on the professionalism and expertise of the Zenith team.
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