Valves, Types, Parts, Function, Operation
VALVES INTRODUCTION The most common mechanical device used in process operations is the valve. Valves are used to control the flow of liquids and gases …
Category: Oil and Gas Process
Flares: Types, Parts, Components, Operation and Troubleshooting
By the end of the Article, You will be able to understand: Purpose of flare systems How flare systems operate Different types of flare Safety …
Gas Dehydration (Gas Conditioning and Processing)
GAS CONDITIONING & PROCESSING (Gas Dehydration) Contents …
Centrifugal Pump Troubleshooting Procedure
Centrifugal pumps are one of the world’s most commonly used devices. Moreover. their field of application is continuously expanding. However. new applications often bring about …
Plate Heat Exchangers
Plate Heat Exchangers have a high heat transfer rate compared to other types of heat exchangers due to their large surface area. They are composed …
What are Deluge Valves?
Deluge Valves are used in conditions that call for quick application of large volumes of water and, for that reason, are often integral components in …
Check Valves/Non Return Valves (NRV)
18.0 CHECK VALVES The check valve has a specific purpose, that is, to protect plant and equipment from the consequences of reversed flow conditions. If …
Deaerators, Deaeration Process, Types, Principles
What is “Deaerator”? What does it do? How does it work? Where do we commonly use deaerators? what is the function of “Deaerator” in steam …
Emulsions, Oil Desalting, Dehydration Process
This study covers only the treatment of water/oil emulsions. Emulsion breaking procedures can be classified in three categories: Chemical processes: By adding active molecules (demulsifiers) …
Turbines: Types, Parts, Operation
TURBINES: TYPES OF TURBINES & THEIR APPLICATIONS What is turbine? A turbine is a rotating part which converts kinetic energy of a working fluid into …
What is LPG, An Introduction to LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
LPG or LP Gas is Liquefied Petroleum Gas. This is a general description of Propane (chemical formula C3H8) and Butane (chemical formula C4H10), either stored …
Pipeline Pigging: Types, Function and Operation
1.0 PIGGING Pigs are used daily in the operation and construction of pipelines. They may be used for a variety of reasons: To …