Case Study: MegChem improves crude pipeline surge safety with Datacor's AFT Fathom and AFT Impulse

MegChem wins Most Interesting Model with Datacor's AFT analysis tools

MegChem, a company based in South Africa, faced a challenge when upgrading a client's tank farm. The installation of new motor operated valves (MOVs) on a crude pipeline to a refinery introduced the risk of dangerous pressure surge events upon valve closure. To analyze this, their Principal Process Engineer used engineering software from vendor Datacor, specifically AFT Fathom and AFT Impulse.

Using Datacor's software, the engineer was able to model the pipeline system and determine the pressures that would result from the valve closures. The analysis successfully identified critical safety issues that the surge would create. By utilizing the software's features, Datacor's solution enabled MegChem to resolve these issues and ensure the safe operation of the upgraded pipeline system for their client.