Flaresim 2026.1: Advanced Flare Systems Design & Analysis Software

Flaresim 2026.1 is the latest release of SLB's industry-standard software for flare systems design, analysis, and troubleshooting. As part of the broader Symmetry process simulation ecosystem, Flaresim provides comprehensive tools for modeling thermal radiation, noise generation, and dispersion of unburned hydrocarbons from flare systems in oil & gas, petrochemical, and new energy applications .

Key Features in Flaresim 2026.1

Flare System Design & Analysis

• Thermal Radiation Modeling: Predict radiant heat intensity and safe exclusion zones around flare stacks

• Noise Level Prediction: Calculate sound pressure levels from flare operations for environmental compliance

• Dispersion Analysis: Model dispersion of unburned and partially burned hydrocarbons under varying atmospheric conditions

• Multi-Flare Configurations: Support for single and multiple flare tips, elevated flares, ground flares, and enclosed combustion devices

Integration with Symmetry Platform

• Seamless Workflow: Part of SLB's Symmetry™ process simulation software ecosystem, enabling integrated flare network modeling with process facilities

• Data Exchange: Direct import of flare system data from Symmetry process simulations

• Unified Environment: Consistent user interface and workflow across the process simulation suite

Core Capabilities

Flare Tip Modeling

• Tip Types: Sonic and subsonic tips, multi-tip flares, fluidic seals

• Gas Composition Handling: Wide range of hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon components

• Purge and Assist Gases: Steam, air, and fuel gas assist modeling

• Flare Gas Recovery: Support for flare gas recovery system analysis

Environmental Compliance

• Regulatory Standards: Calculations aligned with API 521, EPA, and international regulations

• Emissions Estimation: Quantify CO₂, SO₂, NOx, and unburned hydrocarbon emissions

• Smoke Management: Evaluate steam and air assist requirements for smoke suppression

Hazard Assessment

• Thermal Radiation Contours: Determine safe distances for personnel and equipment

• Noise Mapping: Predict community noise impact and on-site exposure levels

• Worst-Case Scenarios: Analyze relief and blowdown events under emergency conditions

Applications

• Oil & Gas: Upstream production facilities, refineries, LNG plants

• Petrochemical: Ethylene crackers, chemical processing units

• Power Generation: Gas turbine and combined cycle facilities

• Carbon Capture: CCS facilities with flare systems for process upsets

• New Energy: Hydrogen production facilities and green energy applications