An in-line blending system will typically comprise two
or more component streams, each with a strainer,
flow metering device, temperature element, flow
control valve and a check valve. The blend header
will consist of a mixing device and possibly a sampler
and / or analyser.
In-line blending systems may be supplied in many
different configurations, ranging from skid-mounted
units installed at a terminal, to barge or trailer
mounted units providing mobility. Figure 1 shows a
typical skid-mounted in-line bunker blending system
installed on a marine loading dock.