储氢技术

2021年7月23日,国家发展改革委、国家能源局正式联合发布《关于加快推动新型储能发展的指导意见》,氢能被明确纳入“新型储能”,意味着氢储能正在得到越来越多的关注和认可。氢储能作为一种化学储能方式,是少有的能够储存百GW·h以上,且可同时适用于极短或极长时间供电的能量储备方式,被认为是极具潜力的新型大规模储能技术。

1、氢储能的工作原理

氢储能技术是利用了电-氢-电互变性而发展起来的。其基本原理就是将水电解得到氢气和氧气。在可再生能源发电系统中,电力间歇产生和传输被限的现象常有发生,利用富余的、非高峰的或低质量的电力大规模制氢,将电能转化为氢能储存起来;在电力输出不足时利用氢气通过燃料电池或其它方式转换为电能输送上网。能够有效解决当前模式下的可再生能源发电并网问题,同时也可以将此过程中生产的氢气分配到交通、冶金等其他工业领域中直接利用,提高经济性。

氢储能系统主要包括三个部分:制氢系统、储氢系统、氢发电系统。该系统基于电能链和氢产业链两条路径实现能量流转,提升电网电能质量与氢气的附加价值。

2、氢储能的优缺点

氢储能的优点:

氢储能作为一种清洁、高效、可持续的无碳能源存储技术,是化学储能的延伸,具有能量密度高、运行维护成本低、存储时间长、无污染、与环境兼容性好等优点 。同时,氢储能的功率、能量可独立优化,储电和发电过程无须分时操作,是一种理想的绿色储能技术。另外,氢储能相比化学电池储能方式具有容量增减适应性强、大容量、储能成本低等优势。因此,氢储能将成为解决电网调峰和“弃风/弃光”等问题的重要手段。

储能系统可以依照储能密度、放电功率及储存时间来加以分类。这三个参数最终其决定储能能力。而各类不同的储能系统,其应用范围也不尽相同,无论是从储能密度还是从储存时间来说,氢储能都有着绝对的优势,尤其适用于大规模储能中。

氢储能的缺点:

氢储能相较于其他储能方式的劣势在于能源转化效率低、投资成本高。目前氢储能的整体电-氢-电的能量效率仅为30%左右,能量损失高于其他常用的储能技术。

3、氢储能的应用场景

氢储能技术是极具发展潜力的规模化储能技术,该技术可用于可再生能源消纳、电网削峰填谷、用户冷热电气联供、微电网等场景等诸多场景。

(1)可再生能源消纳。将电解制氢技术用于可再生能源发电场景,在提升可再生能源发电规模化消纳的同时,还能够优化风电/光伏场群的出线容量,从而降低电网外送输电容量的投资,提高输电线路的利用率。

(2)调峰调频辅助服务。具备快速响应及启停能力的电解制氢系统,在用电高峰时可用于调峰调频辅助服务。大容量燃料电池发电系统可在电网超负荷运行时用作调峰机组,以满足发电需求。

(3)削峰填谷、需求侧响应。电解制氢系统可在用户侧利用谷电制氢实现调峰,也可通过电力需求侧实时管理系统,作为灵活负荷参与需求侧响应。制取的氢气储存起来,还可用于加氢站加氢服务。

(4)微电网。电解制氢+储氢+氢燃料电池发电用于构建微电网系统,分布式可再生能源消纳,进行氢、热、电联供,实现偏远地区可靠供能。

(5)热电联供。利用氢燃料电池为建筑、社区等供热,并作为备用电源,与电力、热力等能源品种实现互联互补,提高能源利用效率。

4、氢储能示范工程

在氢储能领域,欧、美、日等国起步较早,走在世界前列,根据既定的氢能发展战略有序推进,已经取得了较大成果。在国内,氢储能技术目前还处于示范应用阶段。

国内示范项目

(1)安徽六安:国内首个MW级氢储能项目

六安建设的兆瓦级固体聚合物电解水制氢及燃料电池发电示范项目,是由国网安徽综合能源服务有限公司投资建设,总投资5000万元,落户金安经济开发区,占地10亩,建设的 1WM分布式氢能综合利用站,是国内第一个兆瓦级氢能源储能电站。

(2)台州市椒江区大陈岛 “绿氢”综合能源系统示范工程

由全球能源互联网研究院和国网浙江省电力有限公司共同研发的百千瓦级氢利用系统装备及管控技术成果,将在浙江台州大陈岛氢利用工程进行示范应用。示范工程制氢与发电功率100千瓦,储氢容量200立方米(标准状态),供电时长逾2小时,“制氢—燃料电池热电气联供”全系统综合能效超过72%,整体技术国际领先。该工程是氢能在偏远地区供能的首次示范,也是国内首个针对海岛的氢能综合利用工程。工程不仅可实现新能源就地消纳、长时备电等应用,还可实现电、热、氢、氧的清洁供应,满足岛内用户多种用能需求。

(3)联合国计划开发署(UNDP)示范项目—南通安思卓光伏制氢微电网项目

2021年7月,由中国国际经济技术交流中心负责投运的联合国计划开发署(UNDP)示范项目在如皋成功测试和验收了由南通安思卓设计、建设的光伏制氢,氢基储能的微电网项目。该氢能小镇项目建立氢基可再生能源储能系统,解决不稳定可再生能源(太阳能,风能)高效利用的瓶颈,向氢基社区迈出一大步。

国外示范项目

(1)德国在勃兰登堡州的普伦茨劳市建成世界上第一个风电—氢气混合发电站

2011年,德国在勃兰登堡州的普伦茨劳市建成了世界上第一个风电—氢气混合发电站。该电站利用风能、氢能和沼气混合发电,发电量为6MW。其中,3台2MW的风机发电后大部分电力直接并入电网,部分电力用于就地电解水制氢并加压储存。氢气与附近啤酒厂的沼气作为燃料混合发电,产生的电力配合风电平稳输入电网,产生的热能还可用于供暖。电力富余时还可以多制氢用于燃料电池汽车。

(2)法国阿海珐集团结合光伏发电和氢储能系统,在科西嘉岛完成了“MYRET”项目

利用氢储能系统的调峰和平稳作用促进光伏发电并网。整个项目包括560kW的光伏发电设备,50kW电解水制氢系统和100kW的燃料电池系统,系统并入15kV的电网。当光伏发电充足时,多余的光伏设备电解制氢,氢气和氧气储存于高压储气罐中。当光伏出力不足时,利用 燃料电池系统发电补充。电解与燃料电池发电的废热则利用温水回收能量。整个系统的综合利用效率超过70%。

(3)多伦多power-to- Gas项目

2014年多伦多地区的Power-to-Gas项目,部署总容量2MW的制氢装置。电网运营商根据用电需求选择在用电低谷将剩余的电能转换为氢,在用电高峰时再将氢转变成电能并入电网使用,藉此将氢能技术用于储能。

目前全球的氢储能项目情况,如下表所示。

序号项目名称项目地点功率(kW)状态
1Audi e-gas Project德国6000运营
2Energiepark Mainz德国6000运营
3Hydrogenics Power to Gas加拿大2000运营
4Hybalance – Air Liquide Advanced Business丹麦1250运营
5INGRID Hydrogen Demonstration Project意大利1200运营
6Grapzow 140MW Wind Park with 1MW Power to Gas System德国1000运营
7E. ON ‘Power to Gas’ Pilot Falkenhagen德国1000运营
8Power to Gas Plant in Reibrook德国800运营
9EnBW Stuttgart Hydrogen Testing Facility德国400运营
10Thuga – Demonstration Project Strom to Gas – ITM Power plc德国320运营
11University of Corsica MYRTE Test Platform法国160运营
12Utsira Wind Power & Hydrogen Plant挪威60停运
13Lam Takhong Wind Hydrogen Hydird Project泰国30运营

氢储能的成本

氢储能的成本受多种因素影响,包括储氢方式、技术、规模以及地理位置等。根据不同的储氢技术和规模,氢储能的成本有显著差异。

  • 地质储氢:地下管道储氢、内衬岩洞储氢和地下盐穴储氢是三种常见的地质储氢方式。其中,地下管道储氢的投资成本为516-817美元/千克,内衬岩洞储氢为56-116美元/千克,地下盐穴储氢为35-38美元/千克。平准化储氢成本(LCOHs)分别为1.87-2.39美元/千克、0.31-0.43美元/千克和0.19-0.27美元/千克。
  • 高压气氢、液氢和镁基固态储氢:高压气氢的运营成本在运输半径为100公里时为7元/公斤,液氢为18元/公斤,而镁基固态储氢为4元/公斤。当运输半径扩大到300公里时,高压气氢的运营成本上升至21元/公斤,液氢为20元/公斤,镁基固态储氢为12元/公斤。
  • 储氢瓶成本:储氢瓶的成本结构主要集中在碳纤维复合材料上,其中原材料成本占比最大,达到30%-50%。对于具有300英里行驶里程的氢能源汽车,所需的35MPa、70MPa高压储氢III型瓶的成本分别为3084、3921美元,其中碳纤维复合材料成本分别占系统总成本的62%和66%。
  • 低温液态储氢:主要应用于航天领域,其成本结构包括人工成本、设备折旧、油费和过路费等。在运输距离50~1000km时,随着运输距离增加,单位质量氢气的运输成本从2.4元/kg增加至36.2元/kg。

综上所述,氢储能的成本受多种因素影响,包括但不限于储氢技术、规模、运输距离等。不同技术路线的成本差异显著,且随着技术的进步和规模化应用,成本有望进一步降低。

地下盐穴化身“能源仓库”

  数千万年前形成的盐矿,经过开采后在地下形成一个个盐穴。如今,随着新型储能技术的发展,这些原本闲置的地下盐穴,正在化身为储存能源的巨型“仓库”。

  作为世界首个非补燃压缩空气储能电站,截至目前,常州金坛盐穴压缩空气储能国家试验示范项目已顺利并网发电2周年,累计发电量超8600万千瓦时,调峰电量达2.5亿千瓦时。

  由中国盐业集团有限公司(以下简称“中盐集团”)执行项目。

  将天然气密封在地下1000米处

  走进中国盐穴储气第一库——金坛储气库,只见地面上纵横排布着天然气管道,却不见高高矗立的储气罐。在这座储气库,天然气被储存在地下1000米左右的盐穴当中。

  盐穴,是利用水溶开采方式在地下较厚的盐层采矿后形成的空腔。“如果把这些盐穴利用好,既可以节约投资和空间资源,产生一定的经济效益,又可以稳定地质结构。”中盐集团所属中盐盐穴综合利用股份有限公司副总经理谢卫炜介绍,盐穴的储气量比较大,最大的盐穴可以储存40万立方米天然气。

  中盐集团相关负责人介绍,盐穴四周都是氯化钠晶体,可以承受十几兆帕乃至20兆帕的压强。不仅如此,这些盐穴还有“自修复”功能。一旦盐穴出现裂缝,可以通过卤水使盐穴产生结晶和再结晶,“修复”原来的裂缝。这使盐穴成为很好的密封储存库。

  投用至今,金坛储气库已累计建成投产40口注采气井,每年可进行4轮至7轮注采气。随着金坛储气库JK8-3井近期顺利投产,该储气库日采气能力达2700万立方米,创历史新高,年工作气量达10.54亿立方米,突破10亿立方米大关。

  这座储气库具有“随注随采”的独特优势,能够在极寒天气或突发事件导致用气量陡增的关键时期快速响应,进行采气保供,从而为能源保供提供重要支撑。

  打造压缩空气储能领域“中国标准”

  巨大的地下盐穴,不仅为天然气的存储找到了天然“仓库”,还可以化身深埋地下的巨型“充电宝”。常州金坛盐穴压缩空气储能国家试验示范项目,就是盐穴储能的全新尝试。

  “盐穴压缩空气储能技术可以利用地下盐穴来储存高压空气。在电价低时,储能电站把空气进行压缩,将它储存到盐穴中;在用电高峰,再把压缩空气调取出来发电。”中盐集团相关负责人介绍,这样就可以通过“削峰填谷”实现储能,提升电网调节能力和新能源消纳能力。

  常州金坛盐穴压缩空气储能国家试验示范项目是名副其实的地下“充电宝”:该项目一期工程储能容量300兆瓦时,一个储能周期可存储30万度电,可保障6万居民一天的用电。谢卫炜告诉记者,项目远期建设规模将达1000兆瓦,肩负压缩空气储能技术试验、标准创建、工程及商业运营示范三大目标任务。该项目将致力于打造压缩空气储能领域的“中国创造”与“中国标准”,为构建以新能源为主的新型电力系统提供储能新方案。

  值得一提的是,盐穴不只用于储存天然气和压缩空气。“我们目前正在与国内高校和科研院所合作,开展全国盐穴资源综合调查工作,制定盐穴建设标准,进行盐穴储氢、盐穴液流电池、盐穴储油等专项技术研究,打造国家盐穴资源综合利用的原创技术策源地。”中盐集团相关负责人表示。

The Workflow for Detailed Design Phase

Introduction

This workflow is a good practice guidance to Engineering Managers and supporting personnel for the delivery of technical integrity. It is an ‘aide-memoir’ that highlights the key deliverables and activities throughout the lifecycle of a typical Detailed Design project.

Detailed Design is broken into seven phases:

Phase 1: Scope Definition and Engineering Execution Strategy

Phase 2: Commencement of Detailed Design

Phase 3: Initial Design Development and Hazard Identification

Phase 4: Initial Design Review & Audit

Phase 5: Approval for Design (AFD)

Phase 6: Approval for Construction (AFC)

Phase 7: Design Close-Out

The workflow shown in the follow Road Map illustrates the execution sequence on a generic Detail Design Project. The vertical columns show activities that can be undertaken concurrently whilst the sequential flow of work is across the Road Map. As the deliverables and activities in each phase are completed, work can transition into the next phase.

Situations will arise when work will need to be be done out of sequence, typically to meet a demanding project schedule. Use of the workflow allows the risks of out-of-sequence working to be identified and the necessary mitigation strategies to be put in place.

HBP’s corporate governance and assurance of Engineering will measure compliance with the workflow and ensure out-of-phase working is being identified and managed. This document contains a copy of the Detail Design Workflow Road Map and includes detailed descriptions of the activities, the key engineering disciplines and supporting documentation.
Phase 1: Scope Definition and Engineering Execution Strategy

Preparation for commencement of detail design. To evaluate FEED deliverables to ensure engineering is sufficiently mature for detail design to progress in a controlled and minimal change environment. To confirm Engineering Execution Plan.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Engineering Execution StrategyReview / confirm Engineering Execution Strategy, e.g. execution locations, workshare, disciplines required, specialist support, etc.Project Manager and Project Engineering ManagerTender documentation, Project Execution Plan (PEP)
2Feed / BoD ValidationConfirm maturity of Front End Engineering Design. Identify any areas of concern and ensure these are captured on the Technical Risk Register.Project Engineering  Manager 
3Project Baseline StandardsEstablish which codes, standards and specifications are to be utilised, eg. Corporate, project, client, and confirm procedure. Include in Engineering Execution Plan and / or Discipline Job Design Specifications.Project Engineering  ManagerEngineering Baseline Standards, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE)
4Engineering Audit ScheduleCreate formal schedule to identify when technical integrity audits, design reviews, HAZIDS, HAZOPS, etc are to be carried out. Align to Level 3 Engineering Plan and include in Engineering Execution Plan.Project Engineering  ManagerTechnical Safety Events Schedule (Lead Technical Safety Engineer)
5Engineering Execution Plan & Engineering Organisation ChartCreate Engineering Execution Plan complete with key supporting documents / information.Project Engineering  Manager 
6Integrated Engineering SystemsAgree engineering design tools to be used and confirm that system hardware, software and support is available. Include issues such as PDMS or PDS, Cats and Specs, survey methods, dimensional control techniques, etc. Document and record in the Engineering Execution Plan and discipline job design specifications.Engineering Systems and All DisciplinesEngineering Systems Project Start-up Manual, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE)
7QRA & FRA StrategyEstablish status of project Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA), Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) and Emergency Escape & Rescue Assessment (EERA) information and confirm methadology for timely delivery into engineering design process. Agree accountability for delivery, eg. Client, 3rd party, HBP, and record in Engineering Execution Plan.Technical SafetyHazard Management Philosophy, (DOCUMENT CODE):Hazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE)
8Discipline Job Design SpecificationDefine the key project specific design parameters and operational constraints that are applicable to the appropriate discipline for the detailed design of the project. To identify key individuals, roles and responsibilities, design tools, key codes and standards, etc.All Disciplines 
9Level 3 Engineering PlanAgree work breakdown structure, develop CTRs and create level 3 integrated engineering plan covering all disciplines. To be included in Engineering Execution Plan.All Disciplines 
10Confirm CE Compliance StrategyReview and confirm strategy for CE Compliance . Ensure discipline Lead Engineers are aware of their responsibilities and appropriate resources / measures are in place.Project Engineering  ManagerCorporate CE Compliance Strategy (DOCUMENT CODE); Project Compliance with Pressure Equipment Regulations (DOCUMENT CODE); Pressure Equipment Regulations Guidelines (DOCUMENT CODE); ATEX Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); Machinery Directive Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); Electromatic Compatibility Regulations Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); MC, The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations Guideleines, (DOCUMENT CODE).
11Technical Risk RegisterCreate formal Technical Risk Register identifying all possible risks asscociated with the engineering design.Techncal Safety 

Phase 2: Commencement of Detail Design

To formally kick off the Engineering Design Process in accordance with the project execution plan and to ensure that key engineering strategies / philosophies are in place.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Performance Standards & Verification SchemeConfirm safety critical systems / elements and set appropriate performance standards. i.e. functionality, reliability and survivability. Develop scheme to allow the independent competent body (ICB) to verify the design against the performance standards.Technical SafetyHazard Management Philosophy, (DOCUMENT CODE); Hazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE); Design Verification Activities (under DCR), (DOCUMENT CODE); Platform Safety Case.
2Document Distribution MatrixCreate formal document distribution matrix to ensure all disciplines & departments receive all necessary design information in a timely manner.Project Engineering Manager 
3Structural Integrity InterfaceEnsure structural integrity interfaces are identified & visible to Project, e.g. HBP / Client focal points, Technical Authorities, Independent Verification Bodies, etc.Structural 
4Material Selection ReportReport defining the requirements and specifications of necessary material.MetallurgyHBP Corporate Material Engineering Specifications.
5Hazard Management PlanCreate Hazard Management Plan identifying all key hazards, technical safety activities and the approach to managing Major Accident Hazards (MAH) in the design.Technical SafetyHazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE); Management of Functional Safety Guideline (DOCUMENT CODE)
6Piping SpecificationsDevelop / confirm baseline piping specifications, utilizing HBP Corporate specifications where possible.PipingHBP Corporate Piping Specifications.
7PDMS CalaloguesEnsure PDMS catalogues are populated & available for all affected disciplines, utilising HBP Corporate data, i.e. CPC, where possible.Engineering Systems, supported by Piping, Electrical, Instruments, Structural & HVAC 
8CMSS PhilosophyDevelop Control Monitoring and Safety Systems (CMSS) Philosophy covering key instrumentation and control systems e.g. Process Control System (PCS), Emergency Shutdown System (ESD) and Fire and Gas (F&G).Instruments 

Phase 3: Initial Design Development and Hazard Identification

To develop initial design deliverables to Inter Discipline Review (IDC) stage and identify key hazards.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1HAZIDPerform hazard identification studies, as identified on Engineering Audit Schedule / Technical Safety Events Schedule.Technical SafetyProject Hazard Identification (HAZID) (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE).
2ENVIDFormal assessment of environmental aspects associated with a modification or a change, and to propose prevention or mitigating measures.Technical SafetyEnvironmental Impact Identification (ENVID) (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE).
3PFD IDCIssue Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s) on formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process 
4Shutdown & Blowdown PhilosophyExplain the measures to prevent and control blowdown and how this will be achieved.Process 
5P&ID’s IDCIssue Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s) on formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process 
6C&E IDCIssue Cause & Effects for formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process and Instruments 
7Plot Plans / Layouts IDCIssue equipment Plot Plans / Layouts on formal inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Piping and Layouts 
8Hazardous Area Layouts IDCIssue Hazardous Area Layouts for formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Technical Safety 
9Equipment ListCreate master project equipment list identifying all major items of tagged equipment, e.g. vessels, pumps, motors, generators, hydrocycolnes, chemical injection packages,   electrical switchgear, control panels, etc.Mechanical 
10Mechanical Handling StrategyDevelop Mechanical Handling Strategy including general approach / constraints, platform crane limits, installation philosophy, operation and maintenance, etc.Mechanical and Structural 
11Particular Material Appraisals (PMA)Where required, i.e. where Corporate PMA’s or EAM’s are not suitable, develop new PMA’s and obtain approval from Notified Bodies (NoBo’s).PED Focal Point 
12Fire Risk Assessment (FRA)Determine Fire & Explosion scenarios and identifies requirements for prevention, control and mitigation measures.Technical Safety 
13Emergency Escape & Resecue Assesment (EERA)Identify requirements for emergency escape & rescue, e.g. lifeboats, escape routes, plant layout, etcTechnical Safety 
14Dropped Object StudyIdentify and assess the potential risks to drilling, production, process equipment, and manned areas from dropped or swinging objects. Where the consequence of a dropped object is considered significant, to propose prevention or mitigating measures.Technical Safety 
15Blast Design PhilosophyDevelop philosophy that assesses potential explosion hazards and identifies appropriate blast loadings to be applied to the engineering design process, eg. Vessels, pipe supports, structural steel, etc.Technical Safety 
16PFP / AFP PhilosophyDevelop philosophy that identifies requirements for Passive Fire Protection (PFP) and/or Active Fire Protection (AFP).Technical Safety 
17HIPPS ReviewInitial review to establish requirements for a High Integrity Pressure Protection System.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)

Phase 4: Initial Design Review and Audit

To confirm that the initial design development is robust.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Hazardous Area ReviewFormal Engineering discipline review of hazardous area layouts to confirm requirements for the correct selection and location of equipment.Technical SafetyHazard and Risk Management Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
2P&ID Review and / or ‘Initial Hazop’Formal Engineering discipline review of P&ID’s to confirm design basis.Process, Piping, Technical Safety, InstrumentsFormal Hazop, (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
3Plot Plans / Layout / 3-D Model ReviewFormal Engineering review of Plot Plans / Layouts. The review shall ensure that the layout design complies with the required technical, safety, operability and maintainability standards. Makes sure the layout is cost effective, ensures the constructability of the work and agrees the layout basis on which the detailed design can proceed.Piping and Layouts, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Technical Safety, ProcessEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
4C&E ReviewFormal review of Cause & Effects diagrams to confirm design basis and alignment with Hazard Management Plan.Instruments, Process, Technical SafetyHazard and Risk Management Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE); Management of Functional Safety Guideline (DOCUMENT CODE)
5Technical AuditObtain confirmation, by sampling of project documentation, that the engineering of the project is to the required standard and free from errors.Independent (Corporate Engineering)Technical Audit Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE)

Phase 5: Design Approval

To ‘Freeze’ the Process design, and develop dependent design & procurement activities.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1PUWER AssessmentsConduct initial PUWER assessment typically by review of PDMS model and/or vendor / equipment supplier information received to date.Technical Safety, MechanicalEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
2HAZOPHazard and Operability Studies, a systematic multi-discipline study based on the applications of guidewords to identify causes of potential hazards and operability constraints in a facility.Process, Technical SafetyDependent on Project updated P&ID’s and C&E’s may be prepared from commented IDC’s from Phase 3 Formal HAZOP, (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE) – Note: additional HAZOP’s may be required, i.e. earlier or later in the project. PEM to consult with Process & Technical Safety Lead Engineers.
3SHE Audit (AFD)SHE Audit ensures that the design obligations under The Health and Safety At Work Act 1974 and project health, safety and environmental performance standards are being or have been met during the engineering and design processes.Technical SafetySHE Audit Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
4Environmental ReportIssue final report to document & confirm that the design has considered all applicable environmental aspects & demonstrates that design controls have been included to minimise / control the environmental impact.Technical SafetyProcess Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
5Constructability ReviewConduct formal Constructability Reviews to ensure safe and efficient installation of plant & equipment.Affected disciplines + Construction / Implementation GroupEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
6P&ID AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Process and Instrumentation Diagrams.Process 
7C&E AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Cause & Effects.Instruments 
8Process Data Sheets AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Process Data Sheets.Process 
9HP / LP Interface ListingIdentify all HP / LP interfaces on formal register and ensure that all have been addressed satisfactorily via HAZOP’s and / or individual reviews.Process 
10Holds RegisterDevelop register to record & manage post AFD design holds.Engineering Manager 
11SIL AssessmentsConduct assessment to determine target Safety Integrity Level (SIL). Note: Where the target SIL is 3, then it is likely that a High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) will be required. If the value is found to be 1 or 2, then a HIPPS will not be required.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
12HIPPS StudyConduct study to formally identify the performance requirements of the High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) and demonstrate that it is robust. Should include dynamic study for a range of transient conditions.ProcessManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
13HIPPS Reliability StudyConduct study to formally demonstrate that the High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) complies with the reliability & availability criteria for the Project, e.g. as stipulated in the performance standards.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
14SIL Achievement ReportConduct independent assessment to formally record that the target Safety Integrity Levels (SIL’s have been achieved) Must be completed prior to introduction of Hydrocarbons.Independent Competent Person (ICP)Management of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
15Flow AssuranceConduct flow assurance studies to demonstrate the process design under a range of flow conditions, i.e. start-up to 100%.Process 
16Verification of Vendor Information & Certification – Design CompletionVerify, primarily through review of vendor documentation, that their design & manufacture of fabricated packages, etc is robust and contains sufficient information to facilitate completion of affected HBP discipline design.Affected disciplines 
17PFEER Compliance ReportIssue final report as documented confirmation that the design meets the requirements of the Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response (PFEER) RegulationsTechnical Safety 

Phase 6: Approval for Construction (AFC)

To ensure that sufficient design information & certification is available to facilitate safe installation, operation & maintenance.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1SHE Audit AFCConduct SHE Audit at AFC stage in accordance with Harmonised Procedure.Technical SafetySHE Audit Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE)
2IEC 61511 Compliance ReportFinal report to formally demostrate that the Safety Instrumented Systems comply with the requirements of IEC 61511.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
3PFD’s AFCIssue Approved For Construction (AFC) Process Flow Diagrams.Process 
4Operational Safety Case DevelopmentCommence operational Safety Case development.Technical Safety 
5P&ID’s AFCIssue Approved For Construction (AFC) Process and Instrumentation Diagrams.Process 
6Quantative Risk Assessment (QRA)Complete QRA activities to confirm that the design is robust and complies with legislative requirements.Technical Safety 
7C&E AFCIssue Approved For Construction (AFC) Cause & Effects.Instruments 
8Operating Procedures Review / Operational HAZOPEnsure operating procedures are verified line by line against the facilities provided on the P&ID’s.Process, Technical SafetyFormal HAZOP, (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
9Fabrication Drawings AFCIssue Approved For Construction (AFC) Piping Isometrics, Structural Steelwork drgs, etc.Affected Disciplines 
10Verification of Vendor Information& Certification – Installation, Operation & MaintenanceVerify, primarily through review of vendor documentation, that their design & manufacture of fabricated packages, etc is robust and contains sufficient information to facilitate safe installation, operation & maintenance.Affected Disciplines 
11EC Design Examination CertificatesWhere HBP are deemed to be the manufacturer of the piping systems, then under the PED/PER, HBP have to apply to the Notified Body (NoBo) for an EC Design Examination Certificate (Cat IV assemblies only).PER Focal pointProject Compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE).
12Declaration of ConformityWhere HBP are deemed to be the manufacturer of the piping systems, then under the PED/PER, HBP have to create a Declaration of Conformity, signed by the Project Manager.Project ManagerProject Compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE).

Phase 7: Design Close-Out

To ensure all final design deliverables are completed and that client and statutory obligations are satisfactorily resolved.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Safety Case Acceptance (HSE)Submit Safety Case to HSE & close out all queries / correspondance prior to next stage of operations.Technical Safety 
2Certifying Authority (CA) / Independent Verification Bodies (IVB) AcceptanceClose out all outstanding technical queries and obtain final Letter of Acceptance.Technical Safety 
3Complete Project As-Built DocumentationComplete as-builts of design drawings and deliverables in accordance with Project / Client requirements.Affected DisciplinesAs Built Drawings and Documentation, (DOCUMENT CODE)

The Workflow for FEED Phase

Introduction

This workflow is a good practice guidance to Engineering Managers and supporting personnel for the delivery of technical integrity. It is an ‘aide-memoir’ that highlights the key deliverables and activities throughout the lifecycle of a typical FEED project.

FEED is broken into six phases:

Phase 1: Scope Definition and Engineering Execution Strategy

Phase 2: Commencement of FEED Design

Phase 3: Initial FEED Development and Hazard Identification

Phase 4: Initial Design Review & Audit

Phase 5: FEED Design Approval (AFD)

Phase 6: Final Reviews and Feed Report Compilation

The workflow shown in the follow Road Map illustrates the execution sequence on a generic FEED Project. The vertical columns show activities that can be undertaken concurrently whilst the sequential flow of work is across the Road Map. As the deliverables and activities in each phase are completed, work can transition into the next phase.

Situations will arise when work will need to be be done out of sequence, typically to meet a demanding project schedule. Use of the workflow allows the risks of out-of-sequence working to be identified and the necessary mitigation strategies to be put in place.

HBP’s corporate governance and assurance of Engineering will measure compliance with the workflow and ensure out-of-phase working is being identified and managed. This document contains a copy of the FEED Road Map and includes detailed descriptions of the activities, the key engineering disciplines and supporting documentation.
Phase 1: Scope Definition and Engineering Execution Strategy

Preparation for commencement of detail design. To evaluate FEED deliverables to ensure engineering is sufficiently mature for detail design to progress in a controlled and minimal change environment. To confirm Engineering Execution Plan.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionSupporting Documentation
1Engineering Execution Plan & Engineering Organisation ChartCreate Engineering Execution Plan complete with key supporting documents / information. 
2Preparation/Validation of Conceptual Study Report/BoDConfirm maturity of Conceptual Design report. Identify any areas of concern and ensure these are captured on the Technical Risk Register. 
3Project Baseline StandardsEstablish which codes, standards and specifications are to be utilised, e.g.. Corporate, project, client, and confirm procedure. Include in Engineering Execution Plan and/or Discipline Job Design Specifications.Engineering Baseline Standards, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE)
4Engineering Audit ScheduleCreate formal schedule to identify when technical integrity audits, design reviews, HAZIDS, HAZOPS, etc are to be carried out. Align to Level 3 Engineering Plan and include in Engineering Execution Plan.Technical Safety Events Schedule (Lead Technical Safety Engineer)
5Technical Risk RegisterCreate formal Technical Risk Register identifying all possible risks associated with the engineering design. 
6Integrated Engineering SystemsAgree engineering design tools to be used and confirm that system hardware, software and support is available. Include issues such as PDMS or PDS, Cats and Specs, survey methods, dimensional control techniques, etc. Document and record in the Engineering Execution Plan and discipline job design specifications.Engineering Systems Project Start-up Manual, Document No. (DOCUMENT CODE)
7QRA & FRA StrategyEstablish status of project Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA), Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) and Emergency Escape & Rescue Assessment (EERA) information and confirm methodology for timely delivery into engineering design process. Agree accountability for delivery, e.g.. Client, 3rd party, HBP, and record in Engineering Execution Plan.Hazard Management Philosophy, (DOCUMENT CODE): Hazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE)
8Discipline Job Design SpecificationDefine the key project specific design parameters and operational constraints that are applicable to the appropriate discipline for the detailed design of the project. To identify key individuals , roles and responsibilities, design tools, key codes and standards, etc. 
9Level 3 Engineering PlanAgree work breakdown structure, develop CTRs and create level 3 integrated engineering plan covering all disciplines. To be included in Engineering Execution Plan. 
10Confirm CE Compliance StrategyReview and confirm strategy for CE Compliance. Ensure discipline Lead Engineers are aware of their responsibilities and appropriate resources / measures are in place.Corporate CE Compliance Strategy (DOCUMENT CODE); Project Compliance with Pressure Equipment Regulations (DOCUMENT CODE); Pressure Equipment Regulations Guidelines (DOCUMENT CODE); ATEX Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); Machinery Directive Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); Electromatic Compatibility Regulations Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE); MC, The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations Guidelines, (DOCUMENT CODE).
11Prepare Interface RegisterDevelop interface register to ensure all interfaces are identified and managed.The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations Guidelines No: (DOCUMENT CODE)

Phase 2: Commencement of FEED Design

To formally kick off the Engineering Design Process in accordance with the project execution plan and to ensure that key engineering strategies / philosophies are in place.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionSupporting Documentation
1Safety Critical Systems/Elements and Performance StandardsConfirm safety critical systems / elements and set appropriate performance standards. i.e. functionality, reliability and survivability.Hazard Management Philosophy, (DOCUMENT CODE); Hazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE); Design Verification Activities (under DCR), (DOCUMENT CODE); Platform Safety Case.
2Document Distribution MatrixCreate formal document distribution matrix to ensure all disciplines & departments receive all necessary design information in a timely manner. 
3Structural Integrity InterfaceEnsure structural integrity interfaces are identified & visible to Project, e.g. HBP / Client focal points, Technical Authorities, Independent Verification Bodies, etc. 
4Material Selection ReportReport defining the requirements and specifications of necessary material.HBP Corporate Material Engineering Specifications.
5Hazard Management PlanCreate Hazard Management Plan identifying all key hazards, technical safety activities and the approach to managing Major Accident Hazards (MAH) in the design.Hazard & Risk Management, (DOCUMENT CODE); Management of Functional Safety Guideline (DOCUMENT CODE)
6Piping SpecificationsDevelop / confirm baseline piping specifications, utilising HBP Corporate specifications where possible.HBP Corporate Piping Specifications.
7PDMS CataloguesEnsure PDMS catalogues are populated & available for all affected disciplines, utilising HBP Corporate data, i.e. CPC, where possible. 
8CMSS PhilosophyThe purpose of this task is to define and prepare the assurance activities to be undertaken aligned with the project categorisation.Develop Control Monitoring and Safety Systems (CMSS) Philosophy covering key instrumentation and control systems e.g. Process Control System (PCS), Emergency Shutdown System (ESD) and Fire and Gas (F&G).

Phase 3: Initial Design Development and Hazard Identification

To develop initial design deliverables to Inter Discipline Review (IDC) stage and identify key hazards.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1HAZIDPerform hazard identification studies, as identified on Engineering Audit Schedule / Technical Safety Events Schedule.Technical SafetyProject Hazard Identification (HAZID) (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE).
2ENVIDFormal assessment of environmental aspects associated with a modification or a change, and to propose prevention or mitigating measures.Technical SafetyEnvironmental Impact Identification (ENVID) (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE).
3PFD IDCIssue Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s) on formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process 
4Shutdown & Blowdown PhilosophyExplains the measures to shutdown safely and control blowdown and how this will be achieved.Process 
5P&ID’s IDCIssue Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s) on formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process 
6Plot Plans / Layouts IDCIssue equipment Plot Plans / Layouts on formal inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Piping and Layouts 
7HIPPS ReviewInitial review to establish requirements for a High Integrity Pressure Protection System.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
8Dropped Object StudyIdentify and assess the potential risks to drilling, production, process equipment, and manned areas from dropped or swinging objects. Where the consequence of a dropped object is considered significant, to propose prevention or mitigating measures.Technical Safety 
9Mechanical Handling StrategyDevelop Mechanical Handling Strategy including general approach / constraints, platform crane limits, installation philosophy, operation and maintenance, etc.Mechanical and Structural 
10Particular Materia Appraisals (PMA)Where required, i.e. where Corporate PMA’s or EAM’s are not suitable, develop new PMA’s and obtain approval from Notified Bodies (NoBo’s.PED Focal Point 
11C&E IDCIssue Cause & Effects for formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Process and Instruments 
12Hazardous Area Layouts IDCIssue Hazardous Area Layouts for formal Inter-Discipline Review (IDC).Technical Safety 
13Fire Risk Assessment (FRA)Determines Fire & Explosion scenarios and identifies requirements for prevention, control and mitigation measures.Technical Safety 
14Blast Design PhilosophyDevelop philosophy that assesses potential explosion hazards and identifies appropriate blast loadings to be applied to the engineering design process, e.g.. Vessels, pipe supports, structural steel, etc.Technical Safety 
15TR Impairment StudyAssessment of the vulnerability of a Temporary Refuge and demonstration of its capability to sustain life for a specified duration when under attack by fire, explosion and toxic gases.Technical SafetyFire Hazards Assessment, Blast Assessment, Dispersion Assessment, Emergency, Escape and Rescue Assessment, Heat Stess Assessment
16Equipment List & Data SheetsCreate master project equipment list identifying all major items of tagged equipment, e.g. vessels, pumps, motors, generators, hydrocycolnes, chemical injection packages, electrical switchgear, control panels, etc.Mechanical 
17Emergency Escape & Rescue Assessment (EERA)To identify requirements for emergency escape & rescue, e.g. lifeboats, escape routes, plant layout, etc.Technical Safety 
18PFP / AFP PhilosophyDevelop philosophy that identifies requirements for Passive Fire Protection (PFP) and/or Active Fire Protection (AFP).Technical Safety 
19Power System AnalysisCheck power system capacities for increase power requirements for new equipment (Brownfield).Electrical 
20Preliminary Weight ReportPrepare preliminary Weight report.Structural 

Phase 4: Initial Design Review and Audit

To confirm that the initial design development is robust.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Hazardous Area ReviewFormal Engineering discipline review of hazardous area layouts to confirm requirements for the correct selection and location of equipment.Technical SafetyHazard and Risk Management Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
2P&ID ReviewFormal Engineering discipline review of P&ID’s to confirm design basis.Process, Piping, Technical Safety, Instruments 
3Plot Plans / Layout / 3-D Model ReviewFormal Engineering review of Plot Plans / Layouts. The review shall ensure that the layout design complies with the required technical, safety, operability and maintainability standards. Makes sure the layout is cost effective, ensures the constructability of the work and agrees the layout basis on which the detailed design can proceed.Piping and Layouts, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Technical Safety, ProcessEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
4C&E ReviewFormal review of Cause & Effects diagrams to confirm design basis and alignment with Hazard Management Plan.Instruments, Process, Technical SafetyHazard and Risk Management Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE); Management of Functional Safety Guideline (DOCUMENT CODE)
5Technical AuditObtain confirmation, by sampling of project documentation, that the engineering of the project is to the required standard and free from errors.Independent (Corporate Engineering)Technical Audit Procedure (DOCUMENT CODE)

Phase 5: FEED Design Approval (AFD)

To ‘Freeze’ the Process design, and develop dependent design & procurement activities.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1Final Design reviewDemonstartion that all of the design and review activities relevant to achieving design integrity have been performed.Technical SafetyFinal Design Review – (DOCUMENT CODE)
2PUWER AssessmentsConduct initial PUWER assessment typically by review of PDMS model and/or vendor / equipment supplier information received to date.Technical Safety, MechanicalEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
3HAZOPHazard and Operability Studies, a systematic multi-discipline study based on the applications of guidewords to identify causes of potential hazards and operability constraints in a facility.Process, Technical SafetyDependent on Project updated P&ID’s and C&E’s may be prepared from commented IDC’s from Phase 3 Formal HAZOP, (DOCUMENT CODE); Engineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE) – Note: additional HAZOP’s may be required, i.e. earlier or later in the project. PEM to consult with Process & Technical Safety Lead Engineers.
4BAT ReportThe Final report which analyses the major environmental issues that have been considered as part of the process to select the final option from the various alternatives considered. Thus preventing, or eliminating, or where the alternatives are not practicable, to then limit or reduce environmental impacts associated with the selected option.Technical SafetyProcedure for Selection of Best Available Techniques (BAT) Procedure No: (DOCUMENT CODE)
5Constructability ReviewConduct formal Constructability Reviews to ensure safe and efficient installation of plant & equipment.Affected  disciplines + Construction / Implementation GroupEngineering & Design Reviews, (DOCUMENT CODE)
6P&ID AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Process and Instrumentation Diagrams.Process 
7C&E AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Cause & Effects.Instruments 
8Process Data Sheets AFDIssue Approved For Design (AFD) Process Data Sheets.Process 
9HP / LP Interface ListingIdentify all HP / LP interfaces on formal register and ensure that all have been addressed satisfactorily via HAZOP’s and / or individual reviews.Process 
10Holds RegisterDevelop register to record & manage post AFD design holds.Engineering Manager 
11SIL AssessmentsConduct assessment to determine target Safety Integrity Level (SIL). Note: Where the target SIL is 3, then it is likely that a High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) will be required. If the value is found to be 1 or 2, then a HIPPS will not be required.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
12HIPPS StudyConduct study to formally identify the performance requirements of the High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) and demonstrate that it is robust. Should include dynamic study for a range of transient conditions.ProcessManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
13Qualitative Risk Assessment (QRA)Multi-disciplinary study of hazards, the likeihood of their occurrence and potential consequences in terms of harm to people and the environment.Technical SafetyFire Hazards Assessment, Blast Assessment, Dispersion Assessment, Emergency, Escape and Rescue Assessment, Heat Stess Assessment
14HIPPS Reliability StudyConduct study to formally demonstrate that the High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) complies with the reliability & availability criteria for the Project, e.g. as stipulated in the performance standards.InstrumentsManagement of Functional Safety, (DOCUMENT CODE)
15Flow AssuranceConduct flow assurance studies to demonstrate the process design under a range of flow conditions, i.e. start-up to 100%.Process 
16EDAS Stage Gate ReviewsDemonstrate adherence to the EDAS Task Performance Crite-ria appropriate for Project Category.Engineering Management 
17Technical Peer ReviewDemonstrate adherence to the EDAS Task Performance Criteria appropriate for the Project Category and to ensure that engineering personnel are aware of EDAS requirements and adequately explain how those requirements are being fulfilled.Engineering Management 

Phase 6: Final Reviews and FEED Report Compilation

To ensure all final design deliverables are completed and that client and statutory obligations are satisfactorily resolved.

 Activities / DeliverablesDescriptionKey DisciplineSupporting Documentation
1FEED ReportCollate all discipline inputs and finalise study report.Project ManagementAll Discipline Reports and discipline drawings etc.