Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from April 2009

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from April 2009

Multiphase systems eliminate bottlenecks.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... By boosting the flowing wellhead pressure, new multiphase production systems eliminate bottlenecks. They reduce backpressure to increase mature well production, with lower costs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Key system component is a...

[H.sub.2]S oxidation unit redesigned for offshore.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... LO-CAT hydrogen sulfide oxidation units have been redesigned and configured for offshore platforms. They are integral components of the sweetening training which consists of both an amine and LO-CAT unit. LO-CAT's vessels, structural steel, and...

Filter triplex skid gives continuous on-line flow.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... For trial, rent, or purchase--this new, compact Cuno High Flow Triplex skid filters small-to-medium fluid volumes from 200 to 20,000 bbl. It's designed for both deck-side offshore and onshore applications with absolute-rated 1[micro] to...

Flotation systems remove dispersed oil, solids.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... You can recover oil and condition water for overboard discharge, reinjection, or further polishing through filtration with ProFloat Induced Gas Flotation Systems. They are engineered for 10,000 to 100,000 BPWD in a single vessel with...

De-oiling hydrocyclones unveiled.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... STREAMLINER de-oiling hydrocyclones have been brought out to separate free oil from produced water prior to discharge or injection. The onshore and offshore-applicable designs are usually situated after primary separators. They are normally...

Modular drilling systems are efficient, fast-moving rigs.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... Sparta Drilling Systems are safe, efficient, fast-move designs for well programs where drilling time is minimal and fast, efficient rig moves are essential. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SDS' modular design is flexible for rigging up the...

New downhole memory cameras.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... SL2K Memory Cameras are newly introduced as highly portable and mobile. They enable operators to view well conditions without expense of an electric line logging unit. These 1 11/16-in. OD battery-powered instruments are deployed on slickline...

Capillary tubing packoff head.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... Cap King Dual 10K packoff heads are introduced with 10,000-psi wp for capillary tubing applications. They are specially designed to close on a variety of tubing sizes and come with [H.sub.2]S rating. An integrated hanger allows this hydraulic...

CBM manager delivers instant plug-and-play well-site hookup.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... UniSkid well-site manager provides instant coal bed methane well-site hookup with all equipment communicating immediately. Announced to replace old processes, UniSkid offers gas field plug-and-play technology. It's designed to cut set-up time...

New directional control PDC bits.(Upstream Equipment & Services Report: Drilling, Production, Completion & Wellhead)
April 1, 2009... SideWinder PDC drill bits have been brought out for directional control applications. Proven on both steerable motors and rotary steerable uses, the bits are announced as "designed by directional drillers for directional drillers." SideWinder...

Flow meter space/weight analysis offered at OTC.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... An on-site, free computerized Flow Meter Space/Weight Savings Cost Analysis of FPSO Vessel and Subsea Processing applications will be offered by this company during OTC. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Space and weight saving V-Cone &...

[H.sub.2]S, CO, [O.sub.2] detectors.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... GasAlertMax XT multi-detectors provide simplified remote [H.sub.2]S, CO, [O.sub.2], and combustible gases sampling in confined spaces. They comprise nonintrusive integrated sampling pump and Smart-Sample diaphragm pump technology with true...

Heat stress beverage is sugar-free, comes in sealed, safe 'bag'.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... QBlast heat stress beverage is a sugar-free, diabetic-friendly, 50-calorie, 100% purified water formulation. It comprises complex carbs for timed released energy along with essential electrolytes and allows maximum absorption of the fluid into...

7 new aluminum pipe wrenches.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Seven aluminum pipe wrenches have been added to this company's Proto line. They are half the weight of cast iron types of the same size, for easier use. Lighter wrench weight means less fatigue and stress on hands and arms--especially when...

Oil, gas well service flowmeters.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... High and low-pressure oil and gas well service is handled by Wing Nut turbine flowmeters like this. The gas and liquid-applicable models handle 15,000 psi. They come in sizes from 1 to 3 in. internals with either 2 or 3-in., 1502 end...

Non-bleed pneumatic level switch.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Model 1540 Level Switch--for oil and gas operations--is a horizontally mounted, float-operated, non-bleed, pneumatic level switch for applications where pneumatic valve operation is required to signal presence or absence of liquid at a discrete...

Flow meter measures flare gas for oil/gas offshore platforms and refineries.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... With GF90 Flare Gas Flow Meter, offshore production platform operators and oil/gas process engineers now have a reliable, cost-effective solution for measuring the flow of combustible hydrocarbon waste gases in flare gas system operations. It...

Power section introduced.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Even Rubber Thickness (ERT) technology is now available in a 2 7/8 in. power section. The ERT power sections are cited to dramatically improve motor ROP by providing over 100% more power and torque than conventional power sections of the same...

Permanent monitoring solutions.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... New KPerm line of permanent monitoring solutions is available for ease of installation and operation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "The real time permanent downhole quartz sensor allows life of well, reliable, accurate and cost effective...

New marine diesel engines.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Two marine diesel engines, the PowerTech HazLoc 6081HFH70 and the 6081AFH75, are newly introduced. They meet Class 1, Division 1 (Zone 1) weather-deck requirements for electronics as directed by the USCG. They also meet EPA marine Tier 2 and EU...

Filters for downhole pumps.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Stanley filters are presented in this free literature. The Stanley filter is not a screen; the media used is a flexible, three dimensional material which allows the fluid to travel into the filter from all directions. [ILLUSTRATION...

Offshore platform predictive analytics solutions.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... This literature outlines SmartSignal system, which increases oil platform production efficiency while lowering costs by delivering advanced predictive analytics. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] By significantly improving critical equipment...

Compliant composite pipe wrap.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... SuperWrap is this new compliant composite pipe repair system. It complies with international and technical standards ISO/TS 24817 and ASME PPC-2; it also complies with US DOT requirements. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The versatile system...

Water-cooled clutches & brakes.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... AquaMaKKs water-cooled clutches and brakes are air, hydraulic or spring-set actuated and feature heat-dissipating copper wear plates and non-metallic composite water jackets that are optimized for heavy-duty continuous slip tension applications...

Heavy-duty vibration monitor.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... Model 191 Series is this dependable, heavy-duty vibration transmitter for monitoring oil and gas production pumps, compressors, fans and motors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It is a two-wire, loop powered sensor that provides a 4-20 mA...

Winches offer greater pulling power.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... ProfiPuller winches now offer pulling power of up to 3500kg (previous limit was 3000kg). The air operated winches, fitted with 6kW rated motors, not only have higher pulling power, but also higher rope speeds for faster rope pay-out and...

Needle valves for on-and offshore applications.(Upstream report)
April 1, 2009... This new A105 range of needle valves is suitable for use in on- and offshore applications. Primary markets are oil and gas, petrochemical, and energy related industries. The A105 range provides safe operation, long service and reliability....

'Green' flow, level, environmental handbook, encyclopedia is free.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... This 8th Edition 1,300+ page The Green Book is yours free with current information on flow, level, and environmental products and specialties. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It illustrates, describes, and specifies a broad range of equipment...

New catalyst launched to help refiners meet higher diesel demand.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... HDXtra catalyst has been brought out to help petroleum refiners utilize current gasoline-oriented fluid catalytic cracking units to meet increased global demand for diesel fuel. It's formulated to increase diesel yields by maximizing...

Industrial vending systems dispense and auto-track tools, MRO supplies, materials--at point of work.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Edge 5000 custom industrial vending machines are presented in this free brochure for point-of-use, durable, Internet-based dispensing and tracking of industrial tools, MRO supplies, and a wide range of materials, supplies, and parts. ...

Flap discs provide additional cooling when grinding stainless steel.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... PLANTEX COOL TOP flap discs are composed of a compound that has been specifically developed for grinding stainless steel. The disc's abrasive fabric is 100% pure zirconium and an additional top-size coating provides increased cooling to improve...

New low voltage, variable frequency drive.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... CFW11-M inverters are low voltage, variable frequency drives for high horsepowers. The newest addition to the firm's CFW series of variable frequency inverters, they feature a compact, U11 modular power unit. This space-saving module is...

Flow transmitter introduced.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... MR Flow Transmitter combines new digital signal processing technology with the proven technology of a piston-type variable area flow meter. The solid state design electronically senses movement of the magnetic piston assembly and provides...

AC mitigation grounding system.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... The MITIGATOR is the pipeline industry's first engineered AC mitigation gradient control wire grounding system, declares the manufacturer. Specifically for use in AC mitigation service, the MITIGATOR is an engineered solution that provides an...

Rotary globe valve helps customers comply with environmental regulations.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Camflex II rotary globe valve helps you meet strict environmental emissions standards. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Featuring a specially-developed Emissions Free (EF) Seal and many other design characteristics, the Camflex II valve reduces...

Block and bleed needle valves.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... This firm's new line of block and bleed needle valves deliver safe, reliable operation to 20,000 psi. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are offered in both single and double block and bleed configurations. Both valve styles have Type 300...

Single analyzer system continuously monitors for sulfur emissions.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... SOLO II Flare is this redesigned single analyzer system that allows refineries to accurately meet the new EPA sulfur emission regulations. It offers a measurement range of 10 ppm to 95% of volume, allowing you to determine the exact amount of...

Firm adds handheld calibrators to product line.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Practical Instrument Electronics (PIE) handheld calibrators have been added to this company's products line. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Model 532 milliamp/voltage calibrators with loop diagnostic technology calibrate, test, and diagnose...

Valve cavitation teaching, selection guide offered.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Flowserve Cavitation Control is this new and free guide to offer better understanding of control valve cavitation prediction and control capabilities. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The teaching and selection guide features detailed...

Gas process, refinery software.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... InfoLink Process Historian combines several software packages applicable to such operations as gas processing and refining. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It includes Canary Trend Historian and Trend Link software, Software Toolbox's symbol...

Tunnel, parking facilities fixed gas detection.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... CPS: Car Park System is launched to regulate and monitor underground parking facility and tunnel ambient air. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The eight-channel digital controller can be configured to monitor 1 to 256 modules up to 3,000 ft away...

Oil spill, leak detection & alarm.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Slick Sleuth Oil Spill Detection & Alarm Systems deliver immediate detection, early warning alert, containment, and prevention of accidental spills. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed to avert environmental damage, costly cleanup, and...

Mobile waterjet cutting systems.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... New Versacutter portable waterjet cutting and beveling system is on the market. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As an hydraulically controlled mobile waterjet system, it moves along rigid or flexible track to cut flat or curved surfaces. ...

Pumps handle volatile fluids.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... BCP petroleum pumps like this handle volatile fluids saturated with air and steam without mechanical contaminants. These include petroleum, naphtha, or ammonia. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These centrifugal, self priming, horizontal designs...

Grain cleaning screeners aid ethanol production process.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Three ROTEX screeners offer grain cleaning solutions for ethanol production. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All are designed to "improve the success of applications involving corn ethanol and other grain applications," according to their...

Intelligent pumps avoid leak, seal, overheat problems.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... A new generation of intelligent pumps comprise smart technologies to eliminate problems associated with leaks, over-heated bearings, and defective seals. Models also incorporate automatic safety reactions to prevent disturbances before...

Jeepmeter verifies holiday detector output.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... SPY Model JM Jeepmeter is now available. When a holiday detector's voltage output seems affected by weather conditions, moisture on the pipe, improper grounding and soil conditions during inspections, the SPY Model JM provides a digital display...

[H.sub.2]S toxic gas sensor receives FM approval.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Model 5100-05-IT Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Sensor Module has received FM approval for both hazardous location operation and performance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The FM Performance approval has granted the [H.sub.2]S Gas Sensor Module the...

Viscometer and rheometer training classes.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Get more from your viscometer and rheometer with this company's two training courses--Practical Course on Viscosity Measurements and Applied Course on Viscosity Test Methods. The classes provide users of the firm's instrumentation with hands-on...

Borescope is complete: monitor, camera, video.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... HHB1500 borescope is portable, hand-held, and complete with monitor, camera, and video. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This oil and scratch-resistant system comes with a hard protective case. Its display shows still photos and dynamic video in...

Quantitative gas analyzers.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Titan-OL Gas Analyzers deliver real-time, multi-component extractive gas phase analysis for online and continuous multi-point analysis. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They include a rugged industrial FTIR spectrometer system, gas cell(s),...

Free 156-page precision spray nozzles, accessories catalog.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Free Spray Products and Accessories Catalog 400 offers 156 pages. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among thousands of core spray nozzle and accessory items are those for use wherever fluid or air is needed to clean, coat, cool, evaporate,...

Control, quarter-turn valve package asset management available.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Flowserve ValveSight asset management has been launched for integrated control valves and automated quarter-turn valve packages. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Engineered to "significantly reduce unexpected plant or process downtime," the new...

Infrared heaters prevent gas turbine intake filter icing.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Prevent gas compression station filtration systems icing with infrared heaters like the ones shown installed. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Within an acoustic protection system for a large-scale (inline) station, the package comprises...

Multi-applicable, compliant acrylic polyurethane introduced.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Refineries, steel tank exteriors, structural steel, or machinery and equipment will benefit from new Waterbased Acrolon 100 Acrylic Polyurethane. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Environmentally friendly, it is well within OTC guidelines with a...

New rugged disposable coveralls.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Three new uvex sil-Wear disposable coveralls are introduced to deliver full dirt, dust, and biological agents protection. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All garments feature ergonomic design, ultrasonically-sealed seams and such features as...

Meter tells in-service lubricant degradation, contamination.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... FluidScan spectrometers provide on-site analysis of in-service lubricants to determine oil degradation and contamination. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new handheld, self-contained instrument assesses fluid condition based on ASTM...

Double socket ratchet wrenches.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... This new set of three double socket ratchet wrenches is on the market for construction, pipeline, water, and wastewater work. It includes a durable plastic carrying case. Wrenches have a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and...

Exd, Exe breather drains offered.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... BDU Breather Drains have been brought out for both Exd Flame-proof and Exe Increased Safety installations in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BDU is designed with IP66 ingress protection to be mounted in the...

Improved Secondary Process Seal Assembly is user-friendly.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... A smart, more user-friendly version of this firm's Secondary Process Seal Assembly is now available. Designed to prevent the passage of pressurized gases through conduit, cables and conductors, the new and improved Secondary Process Seal...

Compressors for drilling contractors.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... DrillAir compressors are declared to provide the largest air volume at the highest air pressure in the portable compressor industry--while being the most energy efficient with the lowest specific fuel consumption for the air delivered. They...

Mechanical seals introduced.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... This company offers many new mechanical seal solutions and developments. Available from the firm are: CobaSeal--a new bearing oil seal for centrifugal compressors; APltex, a new API 682 Category 1 seal; DiamondFaces mechanical seals with a...

Sampling valves for thick slurries & viscous material.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Quick Advance (QA) sampling valves are designed specifically for use with the thick slurries and viscous material found in the refining industry--and numerous other industries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The QA line combines the benefits...

New reducing pressure valve.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Series RPV Reducing Pressure Valve is this compact, moderately priced steam, water, or gas regulator intended to satisfy most fundamental requirements for pressure reduction. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Used where cost and/or space...

Explosion-proof steam cleaners and hot water pressure washers.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... This firm's explosion-proof product lines provide industrial cleaning options to several markets that require additional safety in hazardous environments--including petroleum exploration and production, waste water treatment plants, and...

ANSI pump line features enhanced power frames.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... The 811 Series ANSI line of pumps features enhance power frames, resulting in increased performance, longer pump life, and simplified maintenance. The improved strength and rigidity of the 811 Series power frames are an estimated 33% stronger...

New hydraulic hose protectors.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Announced as something hydraulic hose has been missing is new Tite Seal Hydraulic Hose Protectors. Engineered to protect against cuts, abrasion and costly downtime, the self-adhering wraps eliminate need to stock multiple-size hose...

Boring units for in-situ repairs: corroded pipe, pump casings.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... New Climax BB7100 portable boring machines accomplish in-situ repair of gear boxes, pump casings, or corroded pipes. The compact, modular-designed equipment offers fast, easy setup. It produces 2,280 ft-lb torque at the bar @ 29 rpm using...

Tension/compression load cell now available with USB output.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... New LCB500 Tension and Compression Load Cell with USB output eliminates the need for analog amplifier, power supply and display equipment. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stainless steel construction also suits this instrument for use in...

DIN rail NEMA enclosures guard communications equipment.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... New NEMA-rated weatherproof communications equipment enclosures are on the market. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are outfitted with installed mounting rails. This allows DIN rails and such DIN-rail-mountable products as power supplies,...

High-speed truck-mounted pump.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... TXH3 truck-mounted pump is a high-speed design equipped with a dual-ended shaft and 3-in. horizontal ports. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This petroleum transport-applicable pump offers 240-gpm, 1,200 rpm, and up to 125-psi differential. With...

Instrumentation fittings interchange, intermix.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... Double ferrule instrumentation-grade tubing fittings like this are interchangeable, intermixable, and traceably stamped. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Features include interchangeable nut and ferrule sets so you can use one tube fitting...

Flow rate totalizer is easy to use.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... With this RT20 flow rate totalizer you can calculate and display flow rates and totals from flowmeters with pulse, sine wave, or frequency outputs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Battery or externally powered, it features a large six-digit LCD...

Guided wave radar level measurement.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... An alternative to displacer methods is this newly presented guide wave radar (microwave) principled level measurement system. Its maintenance freedom and increased accuracy are of particular benefit in high temperature/high pressure...

Wireless modem with 6.25kHz band offered.(Products and services)
April 1, 2009... DTXM RadioModem wireless modems operate on the licensed land mobile frequency bands at VHF, UHF, and 220 MHz. They offer extended range in a small footprint (3.6x2.3x1-in.) for remote telemetry and SCADA in a variety of duties including oil and...

Over 100,000 process control and measurement products.(Product & service followup)
April 1, 2009... Need more flow, level, and environmental options? OMEGA offers over 100,000 process control and measurement products! Among the many products available: FSW300 Series economical flow switches; FLC Series clear in-line flowmeters; HHF141A...

Electric actuators make asset management fast, easy, powerful.(Product & service followup)
April 1, 2009... Rotork Controls' IQ Pro electric actuators deliver powerful data logging capabilities to help you optimize valve performance for maximum productivity. For multi-turn and quarter-turn applications, the IQ Pro is a very rugged,...

Sockets, wrenches, torque tools meet exacting standards.(Product & service followup)
April 1, 2009... Stanley Proto Industrial Tools' Proto line of tools tackle heavy-duty industrial applications--such as refineries, chemical factories, and much more. The Stanley Proto branded industrial tools are cited to be the most durable tools...

Gas sweetening technologies.(Product & service followup)
April 1, 2009... Take advantage of Gas Technology Products' three hard-hitting gas sweetening technologies: THE ELIMINATOR products, fast-reacting liquid scavengers; SULFUR-RITE, a solid media system, configured for one or two vessels, custom designed, and so...

Let your business profit from [H.sub.2]S removal process.(Product & service followup)
April 1, 2009... For more than 18 years, SulfaTreat has provided exceptional value to its customers needing effective, environmentally responsible [H.sub.2]S-removal technology. During that time, the company provided the right product at the lowest price with...