Overview

This one-day course is designed for technical professionals who have little or no experience with the design of gas gathering lines and plant inlet separation. Equations for pressure drop estimation are reviewed, with emphasis on understanding the assumptions involved in some of the simplifications in the equations. Methods for preventing the formation of hydrates and the control of internal pipe corrosion are covered in detail, with emphasis on the effect of sour gas in this regard. Pipe design parameters, such as grade, required wall thickness and optimum diameter are explained. The design of line looping for increasing throughput is covered. The plant inlet separator is the terminal point of the gathering system. Since most gas gathering systems operate under two-phase flow conditions, special design considerations for the separator are explained and an example design calculation is included. A comprehensive set of notes is provided.

A complete set of course materials and lunches are included.

Outline

Equations for Gas Flow in Pipelines

Friction Factor

Temperature Drop Estimation

Emphasis on Sour Gas Considerations

Pipe Materials, Grade, Category

Design Pressure, Pressure Drop and Optimum Diameter

Hydrate Prevention and Corrosion Control

Line looping

Two-phase Flow in Pipes

Plant Inlet Separator Design and Liquid Slug Size Estimation

Delivery Method: Classroom Training
Fee: $ 695 CAD
Location Calgary, AB