Patent ID: 8695627
Filing Date: 2014-04-15
Classification: E21B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for supporting a pressure relief valve that is attached to a main flow line, comprising: a base set on the main flow line, the base comprising: at least one saddle mounted to the base, the at least one saddle having an upward facing surface for supporting the main flow line adjacent the pressure relief valve; a flange adapted to be secured to an upper portion of the pressure relief valve; and elongated support members each having a base end pivotingly coupled to the base, and a flange end coupled to the flange; wherein the flange ends of the support members are released from the flange, thereby enabling the support members to pivot about the base ends from an inward inclined position with the flange ends fastened to the flange, to an outward position with the flange ends disconnected from the flange, thereby allowing access to the relief valve.