The petroleum refining industry has an increased emphasis on the safety of the use of HF due to the highly hazardous and corrosive nature. If accidentally released, it can form a vapor cloud. The American Petroleum Institute (API) has established guidance for safe operations of HF alkylation units which includes minimizing leak points from threaded connections. The Rosemount Vortex Flow Meter seals in the process and the all-welded meter body enables online maintenance and sensor verification. This design fully eliminates the need for bypass lines and increases personnel safety by eliminating potential leak points and possible damage due to corrosion.