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INTRODUCTION
FIGURE 1
Creep Strain detection verses Eddy Current
Detection Overlay comparison
FIGURE 3
3D model of all tubes in steam reformer
FIGURE 2
3D model of a single reformer tube
FIGURE 5
Summary of remaining life assessment data
showing predicted failure dates
FIGURE 4
LifeQuest Reformer approach
CONCLUSION
REFERENCES
1. API, RP-573 (2003) Inspection of Fired Heaters
and Boilers, Washington DC USA
2. Fisher B., Thomas C., Hill T., (2007) Nitrogen,
On-Line Optimization and Reliability Monitoring of
Your Synthesis Gas Plant: Fact or Fiction
3. Brightling J., Roberts R., (2005) Nitrogen, An All
Inclusive Approach Enabling Maximization of Tube
Life Extension For Steam Reformers Utilizing Both
Internal and External Inspection Methods
Combined With Remaining Life Assessment