Zirconium Instant Pressurized (ZIP)
The Zirconium Instant Pressurized (ZIP™) ballistic Ignition System utilizes a compressed nitrogen launching system to propel zirconium-filled pellets through a guide tube to the flare tip. Upon exiting the guide tube at a high velocity, the pellet impacts a striker plate, showering the flare tip exit with sparks and igniting the flare gas stream. Because Zeeco high-pressure pellets require a minimum impact velocity for ignition and have no internal explosive materials, they will not detonate if dropped during loading or fragment collecting – creating a safer alternative to low-pressure systems on the market. Pellets are regularly tested to ensure safety, reliability, and quality.
To reduce maintenance and provide a reliable spark, all electronics and movable parts are mounted in the launching cabinet located a considerable distance away from the flare tip. The launching cabinet includes the following items:
Moving parts:
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Pellet carousel
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Charge system
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Launching system
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Two (2) or four (4) stage nitrogen booster system as required
Electronics:
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Automatic initiation sequence
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System status monitoring
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Integration with flaring system and flame monitoring
Design Features:
- Nitrogen booster system arrangement eliminates potential overheating and enhances equipment life
- High-pressure fittings and tight tolerances increase the overall system reliability
- Can meet local and international standards, including NORSOK, INMETRO, ATEX, PED, and ASME
- Can be applied to all types of flares (elevated, offshore, burn pits, etc.)
Safety Features:
- Minimum impact velocity for ignition
- Provides direct feedback into DCS
- Launch is only permitted after unit is pressurized and charge valve is closed
- High integrity self-contained enclosure for launching system