Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from February 2008

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from February 2008

Bearing Isolators control spray mist emission in oil mist applications--aid maintenance and safety.
February 1, 2008... OM-32 Oil Mist Bearing Isolators control spray mist emissions to enhance and assist maintenance and safety. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In typical oil mist applications, atomized lubricant is injected into a bearing housing. In an open...

Remote-op dredge offers sub-surface oil recovery.
February 1, 2008... Sub-Dredge remotely operated submersible dredges now offer sub-surface oil recovery in an environmentally friendly manner. It implements a turbidity shroud along with powerful suction of the EDDY Pump so an almost undetectable turbidity level...

Process, technology for midstream waste water treatment introduced.
February 1, 2008... Automatic waste water treatment in refining drilling, and storage is yours with BPC: Bio-Petro-Clean process and technology. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BPC handles both fresh and salty water under all conditions. It produces sludge-free...

Advanced operations management software.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... SCADAvantage software advanced oil and gas operations management system delivers outstanding automation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It is a distributed, real-time, data acquisition and control system that supports day-to-day operations and...

New EX/ATEX-compliant nonsparking hand tools.
February 1, 2008... New nonsparking nonmagnetic Copper-Berylium or special Aluminum-Bronze alloy hand tools are for EX and ATEX zones. These certified tools are for safe use in hazardous, fiammable or combustible vapors, liquids, dusts, or residues areas. They are...

Storage tank level limit detection instruments.
February 1, 2008... Liquiphant M delivers storage tank high and low liquid level detection with 40-mm-long forks and 3/4-in. connections for use where space is at a premium. The fully compliant vibronic-technology-based instrument protects against overfill for...

Gas membrane systems for removal of [CO.sub.2], [H.sub.2]S sour gas components.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... Remove sour gas components such as [CO.sub.2], [H.sub.2]S, and [H.sub.2]O from natural gas with these gas membrane systems. They offer low capital and low maintenance advantages--particularly in processes that require bulk separation solutions....

Pneumatic torque tool is small, lightweight, fast, and accurate.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... This newly patented The FLIP pneumatic torque tool is torque-accurate, fast, and lightweight. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With one hand on the pistol grip and the other hand on the run-down handle--pre-torque of fasteners for parallel joint...

Oil spill detection, alarm systems.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... Slick Sleuth delivers real-time oil spill detection. It's engineered to be a powerful new tool for prevention and rapid containment of spills that can otherwise go undetected until too late. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Slick Sleuth...

Monitor tank levels on the Web.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... This company and OleumTech Corporation provide a solution that allows their customers to monitor tank levels via the Web. Application is when a tank has line power from a local source but does not have communication lines back to the control...

On-line pH measurement system.(Special report)
February 1, 2008... Optimized control of sour water in petrochemical plants is offered by this online pH measurement system. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Installation of the double measuring system--pH combined with conductivity--is without damage to pH...

Arc protection aids refinery safety without nuisance tripping.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Vamp 221 dual-sensing arc protection systems help improve operator safety at refineries and petrochemical complexes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The electrical designs employ both light and current sensing. They are also designed to protect...

Multi-gas monitor, full-color gas monitor training videos now online.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Two new online training videos have been added to this company's website for its MX6 iBrid multi-gas and MX6 monitors. A 19-minute online video gives general overview of MX6 iBrid multi-gas monitor as to its features and operation. This...

Flow meters serve processing.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... A wide range of refining and chemical production processes are served by 0.5 to 120-in. line size V-Cone Chem Processing Flow Meters. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These designs measure water, other mixed liquids, or specialty gas flows...

Multi-use edge welded bellows, assemblies.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... A wide variety of oil, gas, and petrochemical uses are handled by edge welded metal bellows seals and assemblies. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed as "a spring that also seals," the bellows flex considerably--maintaining true all-metal...

AutoCAD-based, "briefcase mode" plant design software now available.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... AutoPLANT creates, manages, and manipulates design data for engineering and design tasks, plant maintenance, or construction facilitation and is based on AutoCAD. AutoPLANT XM Edition introduces a new "briefcase mode" technology. It allows...

New salt-water-resistant air filter regulators out.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Onshore and offshore oil and gas platform and petrochem processing applications are handled by new Type-300 Gulf Buster Filter Regulators. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Their stainless steel trim and internal construction withstand corrosive...

Reciprocating machinery health monitored by impact transmitter.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... IT6810 Impact Transmitters protect machines with higher amplitude to inherent vibration, running 900-rpm or higher. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The instruments monitor reciprocating machinery health as they detect loose rod nuts, cracked...

Catalyst bed inert ceramic balls.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... KRYPTOKNIGHT inert ceramic balls for catalyst beds are newly introduced. The support media come in three types. Type A is 99% alumina for processes where steam may typically cause leaching for silica from the alternative aluminosilicate...

New Magnetic-Activated Ground for welding.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... New Magnetic Activated Grounds are on the market for welding. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They have a built-in on/off switch which activates a powerful magnet. This delivers an outstanding ground, close to the weld, according to the...

Motor management made less complex with newly announced protection systems.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Telemecanique brand TeSys T motor management protection systems are on the market to reduce the complexity and cost of this task, it's announced. It combines primary motor protection requirements with additional functionality. The new systems...

Fuel Gas Cleaning System unveiled.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... New ElectroClean Fuel Gas Cleaning Systems are designed to deliver gas-turbine-quality fuel gas from pipeline-quality fuel gas. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They dry and clean gas to any low [NO.sub.x] gas turbine. The only other equipment...

Pipeline supervision, monitoring, control system newly developed.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... A new and flexible pipeline supervision, monitoring, and control system has modules to cover different pipeline and connected facilities operations. A camera system installs along the line and at facilities for continuous supervision. Software...

10-yr MTBF-rated transducers.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... PX5500 Transducers are rugged and accurate. They feature a 10-yr MTBF rate and are stable to 0.1% of FSO over an 18-month period. Thin film technology enables this performance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Strain gages and associated...

Corrosion coating sealer offered.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... HS-100 Permeate corrosion coating sealer is for metal surfaces. It is an inorganic silicate top coat with high fluidity to penetrate and seal standard corrosion-resistant coatings on metal surfaces. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Permeate...

Blend immobilizes hydrocarbon releases on land or water.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... C.I. AGENT immobilizes hydrocarbons (oils, gasoline, diesel fuels, etc) releases on land or water. It is a nonhazardous, environmentally friendly blend of cross linking food grade polymers. It also enables compliance with EPA Regulation 40...

Advanced process control.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Enhanced Version 7 SIMATICS PCS 7 Process Automation System is now available to include a comprehensive set of easy-to-use advanced process control (APC) capabilities. It offers basic to advanced process control of petrochemical, ethanol, and...

Onshore, offshore multi-use ATEX-certified fans.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... ATEX-certified fans like this are available for onshore and offshore use--wherever liquids or gases are susceptible to combustion. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rated for work down to very low sub-atmospheric pressures, the fans'...

Oil, gas facilities inspection via hand-held coating thickness instruments offered.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... These four hand-held coating thickness measurement instruments aid inspections at oil and gas facilities. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dualscope MP20E measures on ferrous and/or nonferrous substrates with interchangeability on a wide range...

Chem, water butterfly valves.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Series PBFV thermoplastic butterfly valves are constructed for chemical and wastewater operations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Their one-piece body design has fully supported flanged bolt holes to prevent stressing of the mating pipe...

BTU Calorific Analyzers unveiled.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Optimized burner efficiencies are provided by standalone Model 690 BTU Calorific Analyzers. They measure and control blended gas mixtures. The fully-heated, air-aspirator-driven assemblies come complete and ready to install. The analyzer...

Pneumatic torque multipliers.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Precise tightening and loosening of heavy-duty fastening connections is delivered by CLD pneumatic torque multipliers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When preset torque is achieved, it shuts off. Nonimpacting CLD provides smooth, continuous...

Angle beam transducers for gage offered.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... A variety of angle beam transducers are now available for Color WAVE gage. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The newest software allows use of angle beams at 30, 45, 60, and 70-degrees for limited scan speed applications. After proper...

1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1-in. drive ratchets offered.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... A complete line of 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, and 1-in. drive professional-grade ratchets are available. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 1/4-in. drive heavy-duty model features a very compact round head designed to fit in confined spaces. The...

Valve stem packing tested for API 622 standard.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Style 1303-FEP valve stem packing has been successfully tested for compliance with newly adopted API 622 Fugitive Emissions Standard. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The test subjected the packing to three thermal cycles from ambient to...

Expandable Nylon plugs aid petchem leak, pressure testing.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Petrochemical-resistant Nylon expandable plugs are now available in additional in 'between size' diameters (12 to 115 mm) for leak and pressure testing of pipes, tanks, vessels, and containers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They comprise...

API centrifugal winding FRP high-pressure pipe.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Based on the API standard, CW (centrifugal winding) high-pressure FRP pipe is introduced (under patent application) for oil and gas operations. It is engineered to be lighter and stronger than steel pipe--twice stronger (up to 500Bar) than...

Higher power immersed lube-oil pumps.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... ALLUB RUV vertically immersed screw pump's range has been expanded with this higher power immersed lube-oil pump. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Maximum capacity has been boosted to 1300 l/min or more than 30% than previously available for...

Acid-resistant epoxy systems.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... EP21AR adhesives/sealant/coating epoxy systems are formulated to provide outstanding chemical resistant properties. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They have reportedly withstood immersion for over a year in 96% to 98% sulfuric acid and 36%...

Strainers withstand corrosive fluids.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Kynar PVDF basket strainers have higher capacity than Y-strainers, it's announced. They capture undissolved solids to extend downstream equipment life and reduce downtime in highly corrosive fluids. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

Air-fin coolers restoration/upgrade.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Restoration and upgrade of air-fin coolers is available from this company. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The process consists of installing this company's Full Length Tube Liners into damaged air-fin cooler tubes. By utilizing Hastelloy...

GRP-constructed fire protection cabinets safeguard valve actuators.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Intertec Fire Shelters of glass fiber reinforced polyester provide stability and high corrosion resistance to protect hydrocracker valve actuators. They offer a minimum of 30 min fire protection so a plant's emergency shutdown systems and...

Access points developed for harsh outdoor environments.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... New AP-85 dual-radio outdoor access points are announced with radio, packaging, and operational features for midstream, SCADA, offshore rig, and construction site applications. The ruggedly constructed yet simple to install access points...

Solid-bowl decanting centrifuge.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Super-D-Canter offers effective, continuous separation of liquids and solids from incoming feed slurry. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The solid-bowl decanting centrifuges are used in petrochemical operations and to separate industrial...

Cathodic protect remote monitoring radios.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... FGRCP Industrial 900MHz cathodic protection remote monitoring radios are launched to monitor oil, gas, and water/wastewater pipeline integrity. The multi-purpose, spread spectrum radio has specific inputs and outputs to monitor and report...

Controllers for emergency shutdown valves.(Midstream report)
February 1, 2008... Valvetop DXP discrete valve controllers for emergency shutdown valves are declared rugged switchboxes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They combine bus networking, pilot valve, and position sensors into a single globally certified,...

Automated calibration info via new, free multimedia CD-ROM.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... Beamex Integrated Calibration Solution is this new and free multimedia CD-ROM. It introduces, step-by-step, an automated calibration solution. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The CD-ROM highlights improved "quality and efficiency of the entire...

Subsea motor technology data.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... Offshore oil and gas subsea motors are showcased and described in this free fourpage brochure. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Four models are presented to deliver 75 to 150 kW/30 to 75 kW through 350 to 400 kW/250 to 350 kW power. Engineered...

Oil, gas pressure, level sensors.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... "Pressure & Level Measurement Sensors for the Oil & Gas Industry" is new and free with complete product specifications and application information. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A key component of the literature is its oil and gas industry...

3,900+ page catalog has 183,000 MRO products.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... 44,000 maintenance, repair, and operating products have been added to this free 2008 catalog to give you data on 183,000 broad and varied MRO items. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 3,900+ page catalog covers wide and varied categories...

Extreme-critical-sealing gaskets.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... LineSeal sealing and flange isolation gaskets are announced for "extreme critical sealing." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are developed to function "at a higher level than what is currently being used," according to the manufacturer. ...

Microprocessor-based circular chart recorders.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... Simplicity and clarity of pen drawing combine with microprocessor control in this new CT6100 circular chart recorder. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High accuracy and stability are delivered by the recorder, which is user configurable via...

System rolls out, staples Erosion Control Blankets for NPDES.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... AutoBlanket System rolls out and staples Erosion Control Blankets to the ground to facilitate compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System laws. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Its developer reports AutoBlanket installs...

Mud logging Hydrocarbon Analyzer.(Products & free literature)
February 1, 2008... Total Hydrocarbon Analyzer Series 9000 is announced for use in mud logging during oil and gas exploration. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It delivers active range from less than 10 ppb on the high-sensitivity version--up to 100% methane on the...

Threaded, off-line diaphragm seals.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... These threaded, off-line diaphragm seals are well suited for a variety of process markets. The seals isolate your sensor from the process media, extending instrument life. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Their durable design and flexible nature...

New technology: pre-energized vee packing.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... This company has announced that it has developed a new technology--pre-energized vee packing that can create a seal simply by being fitted into the gland. With the vee packing, there is no more weekly tightening of many bolts on assembly line...

Predictive analytic software for gas processors.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... eSimEvaluator predictive analytic software enables gas processors to accurately manage, forecast, and optimize their margin position. The eSimEvaluator was developed specifically to address the planning, forecasting, and optimization challenges...

Master Control Station for reliable subsea control.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Dolphin Master Control Station (MCS) is declared to be the only packaged solution that can be quickly configured to any subsea control project for oil and gas platforms. Dolphin forms the core of an intelligent subsea control system for...

Air/Hydraulic Injection Gun is easy to use.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Model 12000 DUALCO Air/Hydraulic Injection Gun is a rugged, easy-to-operate, lightweight unit that provides an extremely fast discharge rate. It comes complete with an all aluminum frame, a 10,000-psi hydraulic pump, a "K" barrel and a Pelican...

Locating system introduced.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... New 250R/T Locating System--cited to be 10 times more powerful than other transmitters in its class--is efficient and cost effective for locating and avoiding buried telephone, CATV, power, gas, and water lines. Consisting of a 250T transmitter...

Round Head Ratchets redesigned.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... This firm is replacing its line of Round Head Ratchets with a new, more userfriendly design with a high torque capacity. The small size, when combined with a mere 5-degree swing arc, makes it especially useful for delicate jobs in confined...

New differential flow transmitter.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Series DFT differential flow transmitters are now on the market. They use a segmented wedge differential producer to measure flow rates as related to pressure, to monitor process fluids. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Segmented wedge provides...

New seismic data acceleration software.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Multi-fold performance increase to reduce length processing times and deliver faster results for drilling decisions is announced as delivered by newly offered seismic data acceleration software. It's launched to harness massively parallel...

Ground protection, access mats available.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... DuraDeck heavy-duty ground protection and access mats serve wide and varied functions including oil and gas. In drilling site, construction, or exploration activities, the molded plastic products are durable, lightweight and...

Service launched to help source European-spec-compliant goods.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... A new service is announced to help engineers source products compliant with such European specifications as CENELEC, IEC, and BS. The service's engineers gather information on potential manufacturers and products so you are able to select...

Integral flow-tee/BOP offered.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... RODEC integral flow-tee/blowout preventer eliminates ram block and polished rod misalignment problems with its positive alignment design. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RODEC's compact structure provides a shorter overall height than separate...

Ultra-thin industrial PC unveiled.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... New ePC industrial computers are introduced with ultra-thin and powerful design in 15, 17, and 19-in. sizes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All versions are standard with 100 to 240-v ac input power supplies plus five-wire analog resistive...

Torque measure service notes remaining drive component life.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Torque Measurement Services are now available to this company's customers to estimate remaining service life of drive components. It also monitors and optimizes production processes. Unlike vibration measurement which monitors individual...

Zone 2 hazard-usable tablet pc.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... A new, portable control panel for use in Zone 2 hazardous areas is now available with this ProVicom MT-916-iX104C3 tablet pc. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The robust system achieves protection class IP65 and complies with MIL-STD 810F. Its...

Terrestrial 3D laser scanning services.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Availability of terrestrial 3D laser scanning is announced with this firm's recently acquired Faro LS-880 scanner and specialized engineer solely dedicated to the application. The ground-based technique collects high-density 3D geospatial...

Waste management, black water systems.(Products and services)
February 1, 2008... Evac marine systems are offered for complete waste management including vacuum toilets, collecting units, and treatment plants for both black and grey water. Automation systems are also offered to manage and control grey and black water process...

Process control and measurement products.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... Find thousands of pressure measurement products in one place with OMEGA's The Pressure Strain and Force Handbook, 8th Edition. Among the many products offered: LSC7000 Series low-range remote platform scales, with high accuracy for parts...

Track effectiveness of your gas monitoring system.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... Catch problems before they happen. With Industrial Scientific's intelligent iNet safety net, you get better insight into the effectiveness of your gas monitoring program. iNet identifies and highlights potential trouble in the areas of...

Full line controls, gages catalog.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... Dwyer's Instruments offers the new and free 2008 Controls & Gages Full Line Catalog. Among products offered: Series [BV.sub.2]/[BV.sub.3] automated ball valves (automated packages with pneumatic or electric actuators are available in NPT,...

Portable, multi-gas detector.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... BW Technologies' new and durable GasAlertMax XT multi-gas detector is a portable one- to four-gas monitor. It features a built-in motorized pump with Smart-Sample technology, simple and reliable one-button operation, and a variety of...

[H.sub.2]S removal process.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... SULFATREAT understands your predicament when you have to rely on conventional gas-sweetening processes and products: high catalyst costs, constant tweaking to keep efficiency high, and vessel-cleanout and catalyst-disposal costs. They have...

Data loggers introduced.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... The new "S" Data Logger line is portable, waterproof, and battery operated. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This new version of the firm's TR-5 Data Loggers offer a temperature range of -60[degress]C to +150[degress]C and are suited for...

Diaphragm pump line expanded.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... ARO Pro Series diaphragm pump line has been expanded by enhancing the 2-and 3-in. ported metallic pump models to include additional materials of construction. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Previously offered only in aluminum, the Pro Series...

High performance processor.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... The T2550 PAC is this high performance and affordable control unit that maximizes ROI by offering automatic dual redundancy options to guarantee process efficiencies and protect against controller or communications failures. It now also...

Gas, diesel pressure washers.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... Portable and self-contained skid-mounted 5355J gas or diesel-driven pressure washers function without concern for electrical supply. Just add water for 5 gpm at 5,000 psi grime blasting hot water at any job site: rigs,wellheads, compressor...

Tools, technology retrofit at field device level for plant upgrades.(Product & service followup)
February 1, 2008... Wireless Adapter & Gateway tools are helping upgrade plants for improved operational productivity as they retrofit at the field device level. They are based on WirelessHART and ISA100. The adapter is retrofitted onto an existing 4 to 20-mA...