In the oil and gas manufacturing industry, plant operators constantly have to figure out how to remove contaminants and deliver the best purity products. A major undesirable contaminant associated with natural gas is water vapor. To eliminate unwanted moisture from recovered natural gas, industrial manufacturers utilize various gas dehydration methods, including triethylene glycol processes. What […]
Many industries utilize fluid filtration systems in their manufacturing processes. Fluid, particle, and microbiologic filters are commonly used to eliminate impurities that could damage sensitive equipment or alter the quality of finished components. One of the most effective ways to achieve industrial filtration is by the use of hollow-fiber membranes. What Is Hollow-Fiber Membrane? A […]
Nitrogen is utilized within numerous industries for leak testing. While best known is its use in the petroleum industry for pressure testing pipelines and containment vessels, nitrogen is also popular for leak testing in a range of other industries. There are several advantages to using nitrogen for leak detection. Nitrogen is inert, odorless, and low […]
Pipeline construction and pipeline repairs are major projects that require detailed steps before a pipeline can be put into service. One step that can be overlooked until late in the project is pipeline drying. Why is this process so important and what options are available for effective pipeline drying? This article will outline effective measures […]
Oil and gas pipelines are designed to serve as a conduit for the recovery and channeling of natural hydrocarbon products. However, like with any other process equipment, these structures will undergo retirement at the end of their useful lifespan. Decommissioning pipelines ensures all components of a network are safely dismantled/neutralized to prevent a lasting environmental […]
Due to its favorable physical and chemical properties, gaseous nitrogen is currently used in various industrial blanketing, purging, and flushing operations. As a result, the demand for high-pressure nitrogen generators has surged. This article will consider the methods by which plant operators can optimize their nitrogen generation and usage for high-pressure requirements. High-pressure Nitrogen Pump […]
With an unlimited number of alcoholic beverages available to beer enthusiasts worldwide, brewers are always on the lookout for the next breakthrough in delivering a more pleasant drinking experience. Using nitrogen gas for food, such as nitrogen for modified atmosphere packaging, nitro cold brew coffee, and nitro beer have become very popular as of late. […]
Gaseous nitrogen has unique physical and chemical properties that allow it to play a critical role in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. Nitrogen gas is essentially inert and can be used to remove oxygen and moisture from food processes thus preventing easy spoilage/oxidative damage and prolonging shelf life. Having established the importance of nitrogen […]
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is one of the most useful forms of natural gas in use today for both domestic and industrial use. Cryogenically chilled and liquefied natural gas is typically composed of methane and smaller proportions of other hydrocarbon compounds. This gaseous mixture has the advantage of being able to save valuable storage space […]
Pipeline networks in the U.S. are some of the most reliable and efficient means for transporting liquid and gaseous products, such as petroleum, natural gas, and biofuels across extensive distances. However, like any other asset, pipelines must be diligently monitored, inspected, and maintained. Pipeline integrity management (PIM) is critical in ensuring the safety and reliability […]
