Remote Workflow: Efficient & Reliable
Due to my specific focus, knowledge and the use of digital tools, I work entirely remotely for the Dutch market. This ensures short turnaround times and competitive project rates without compromising on quality.
How we collaborate:
You provide the necessary process data and process knowledge, P&IDs, and isometrics to the extent possible. After a thorough inventory, we efficiently review any bottlenecks or modifications via a video conference. You will then receive the preliminary report digitally, which we will go through together. Upon agreement, you will receive your ready-to-use reports in your inbox within a few days. Finally, we will discuss the prepared documentation from top to bottom together. These discussions can be conducted in either Dutch or English.
Transparent Working Method & Templates
To ensure smooth remote collaboration, I adhere to fixed standards for data intake and final reporting. Click below to view a sample structure:
Example: Data Intake Checklist (Minimal required data)
Data Intake Form — Overpressure Safety Study
1. General data
• Tag number: [e.g. PSV-101]
• Installation / System: [e.g. Storage tank T-100]
• Applicable standard: [ISO 4126 / API 520-521]
2. Equipment data
• Design pressure (MAWP): ...... barg
• Design temperature: ...... °C
• Operating pressure / Operating temperature: ...... barg / ...... °C
• Volume (if vessel or tank): ...... m³
3. Medium / Process characteristics (For determining scenario)
• Medium name / Composition: [e.g. Methanol / Water 80/20]
• Phase at relief: [Gas / Liquid / Steam / 2-Phase]
• Volumetric mass (Density): ...... kg/m³
• Viscosity (at discharge temperature): ...... cP
• Specific heat capacity (Cp/Cv ratio): ......
4. Governing scenarios (Check what applies)
[ ] External Fire
[ ] Blocked Outlet
[ ] Control Valve Failure
[ ] Thermal Expansion (Thermal Relief)
[ ] Tube Rupture
5. Piping data (For inlet and outlet pressure loss)
• Isometrics / Piping specs attached? [Yes / No]
• Desired release location (Safe location / Flare / Atmosphere): ......
Example: Contents of Final Report (Basis of Design)
Table of Contents Final Report (Basis of Design)
1. Executive Summary
1.1 Purpose of the study
1.2 Conclusion & Recommendations (Does the current configuration meet the requirements?)
1.3 Overview table of required capacities vs. calculated capacities
2. Basis of Design & Principles
2.1 Applicable laws and regulations (PED 2014/68/EU, ISO 4126)
2.2 System description and process conditions
2.3 Assumptions used
3. Scenario Analysis & Relief Load Calculations
3.1 Evaluation of all potential overpressure causes
3.2 Calculation of the governing Relief Rate (kg/h)
4. Appendage Selection & Apparatus Dimensioning
4.1 Type selection (e.g. Conventional, Bellows valve, Pilot or Rupture disc)
4.2 Calculated flow diameter (Orifice) vs. Selected valve
5. Pressure Drop Calculations
5.1 Pressure drop in the inlet pipe (Max. 3% rule verification)
5.2 Back pressure in the outlet pipe (Constant vs. Variable backpressure)
5.3 Reaction forces upon activation
Appendices:
• Appendix A: Calculation Reports (PDF export)
• Appendix B: Datasheet of the selected Pressure Safety Valve or Rupture Disc
