Summary for the U5 example simulation

Fire water distribution networks are an essential part of the plant safety system. The optimal design of the pipe network will deliver water to all delivery points at minimum flow and minimum pressure as needed for firefighting. Due to the critical nature of the fire water system, a robust and efficiently designed fire water distribution network is a must to aid in fire-related emergencies.

Fire water distribution networks are often designed with a ring network to ensure fire water availability if a part of the network is isolated for maintenance.

It is a common scenario to expand existing networks to accommodate expansion requirements.

The objective of this simulation is to validate that the new modifications will provide fire water of minimum flow and pressure.

The following figure illustrates the revamped fire water distribution network as modeled in AVEVA Process Simulation. As shown in the legend, the color green symbolizes the new equipment that is needed for the expansion. Blue colored models show the existing network.