Wondering Which Seal Support Systems to Use? Options for Northern Alberta Refineries
by Tristian McCallion on Thu, Aug 19, 2021 @ 13:08 PM
Northern Alberta refineries depend on seal support systems for safe and efficient pump operation. API 682 defines a multitude of seal flush plans and their use cases—but even when you know which seal …
How Newer Industrial Fluid Systems Can Improve SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Aug 17, 2021 @ 10:08 AM
Steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) involves inherently challenging operating conditions that often impact operational performance and reliability. SAGD is an enhanced oil recovery technology used …
Why Your SAGD Grab Sampling Measurement May Not be Representative
by Tristian McCallion on Thu, Aug 12, 2021 @ 09:08 AM
Keeping SAGD process fluids at optimal conditions requires regular sampling and analysis. If the sample fluid is not representative of the process fluid, though, your grab sampling measurement won’t b …
Top Flow Assurance Challenges for SAGD Operations—And How to Prevent Them
by Tristian McCallion on Tue, Aug 10, 2021 @ 12:08 PM
Choosing Among Mechanical Seal Support Flush Plans for Optimal SAGD Processes
by Tristian McCallion on Thu, Aug 05, 2021 @ 09:08 AM
Mechanical seal support flush plans circulate fluid through mechanical seals to maintain adequate lubrication, pressure, temperature, and solids content in the seal chamber. The flush plan creates an …
Critical Industrial Fluid Management Guidelines for SAGD Operations to Keep in Mind
by Tristian McCallion on Tue, Aug 03, 2021 @ 11:08 AM
SAGD products must have precise chemical compositions based on customer specifications, government regulations, and other industrial fluid management guidelines. Managing these composition requirement …