Uses of Hydrogen Living in a climate conscious society, electric and hydrogen comes to mind especially in the transportation sector whereby other alternatives are scarce and hard to implement. In the same vein, the uses of hydrogen are relatively diverse with it not only being limited to power generation through […]
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Sand Removal System using Jet Pump
INTRODUCTION Sand production in Oil and Gas Separators possess various adverse effects on Separation System. High sand rate may disrupt equipment performance, clogging, pipe erosion, process upsets and etc. In such case, a Sand Jetting System is integrated online alongside a jet pump to maintain minimal sand residue inside separators. A […]
Read moreOverview of Conventional Sand Jetting System and Improved Cyclonic Jetting Nozzle for Oil and Gas Separator
INTRODUCTION Conventional sand jetting system embarks on nozzle spraying technique for sand fluidization. This method requires high fluid velocity at nozzle to transform deposited sand into slurry before it is being pushed towards discharge pipe at bottom of separator. High turbulence condition is generated nearby nozzle area that will propagate […]
Read moreDevelopment of Pulsating Jet Pump for Industrial Use
INTRODUCTION Jet pump is a straightforward, passive device that utilizes high pressure fluid streams to draw in and transport fluid onto boosting static pressure to an intermediate level. Jet pumps in the oil and gas are conventionally being used to maintain vacuum conditions; increase the flow of liquids with use of […]
Read moreA cost effective solution in monitoring production with Virtual Flow Meter
INTRODUCTION Virtual Flow Metering System (VFM) is gaining traction being a cost effective solution in monitoring production as compared to conducting well testing or having a multiphase flow meters (MPFM). VFM system is an alternative to physical, direct multiphase measurement. An Oil and Gas (O&G) production systems typically consist of […]
Read moreSimplification of Control System Wiring for Offshore Application
INTRODUCTION For years, connecting field devices to process control systems (PCS), safety instrumented system (SIS) and fire and gas system (FGS) has used the same technology. Typically, the traditional method is to use pair cables and multipair cable to send a signal from field to control room. Sure, there have […]
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Harnessing an Unconventional Power Source from an Unexpected Region- An Environmental Solution
Power plants commonly utilize conventional fuel sources from natural gas (from production wells), coal or biofuel products to produce electricity. Who would have thought that a fuel source could also be found from a deepwater lake in Africa? This spectacular phenomenon is found at Lake Kivu, Rwanda. The lake encompasses […]
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Augmented Reality (AR) Technology – Offering Plant Operation & Maintenance Works a different perspective
Introduction Routine operation and maintenance works play the most essential part at keeping an optimized production flow and yield of an industrial plant. Correctly scheduled maintenance work ensures production system working at its expected efficient at all time as well as minimizing potential upsets. It is not uncommon for a […]
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Analysis of Ejector Performance using CFD
Introduction Ejectors are jet devices that uses a high-pressure fluid to entrain a lower pressure fluid, which will then be mixed and discharged at an intermediate pressure. The device is straightforward, require little to no maintenance and it does not have any moving parts making it more cost effective and […]
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Predictive Monitoring in Continuous Processes
PROBLEM STATEMENT Continuous processes maximizes production and operate at a considerably lower cost compared to other process method. However, this process method is asset intensive and an unexpected breakdown would cause high production loss. The process is automatically controlled and monitored with the help of control systems such as DCS, […]
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