Natural Gas Industry
Your Guide to Deciding the Right Compressor Gasket Kit
Do you have enough knowledge to choose the right compressor gasket kit? It’s always good to gain more information about gasket kit types and uses. Read the helpful guide below. Gasket kits come in many forms and the type of gasket kit you need will depend on the kind of equipment or machinery you are…
Read MoreHow to Reduce Compressor Emissions in the Natural Gas Industry
Understanding how to reduce compressor emissions in the natural gas industry can not only help the environment, but can also improve overall industry efficiency. Methane and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are pollutants that are emitted from the oil and natural gas industry. These pollutants are on the rise and it harms our ecosystem and the…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Use of Compressors in US Refineries
Over the years, there has been widespread use of compressors in US refineries whether it is a petroleum oil refinery or food oil refinery, in a bid to turn raw materials into products. Let’s take the petroleum oil refinery, for instance, machines with optimal airpower convert natural oils into petroleum fuel that powers vehicles. What’s…
Read MoreCosts of Hidden Manufacturing Energy Waste (and How to Reduce It)
We sometimes forget how much manufacturing energy waste can cost all of us. Below is a detailed look into these daily negative effects and how it can be reduced. The conversion of energy from one form to another has enabled several products and machines to run and operate seamlessly. An example of such machines are…
Read MoreHow Does an Offshore Oil and Gas Compressor Work?
The high demand for energy around the world has led to the migration of oil and gas fields from land to offshore. Yet in order to work, offshore oil and gas plants need compressors. In these offshore oil and gas facilities, compressors such as centrifugal and reciprocating compressors are used in drilling gas and extracting…
Read More4 Things to Know About Natural Gas Liquids (NGL)
Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) and the terms associated with it such as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) can be quite confusing, so here’s everything you need to know about them. While NGL, LPG, and LNG may be closely related since they refer to hydrocarbons and are an abbreviation for gases, their…
Read MoreDual Plate Check Valves vs Swing Check Valves: What to Know
Dual plate check valves vs swing check valves are two main types of check valves that are usually compared side by side, but what are the similarities and differences between the two, and how do you decide which is best for you? Either of these valves help to prevent a fluid reversal in a pumping…
Read MoreCompressor Equipment in the Oil and Gas Industry
Within the oil and gas industry, there are many essential aspects that require proper compressor equipment. Here are the most common applications of compressors in this industry. The oil and gas industry through its refinement and distillation processes has helped in the production of: Gasoline Kerosene Jet fuel Diesel fuel Plastics A wide range of…
Read MoreWhat Is a Natural Gas Compressor Station (and Why Is It Important)?
Natural gas is used in many applications throughout the United States, but many people don’t understand the function and importance of a natural gas compressor station. When you turn on a natural gas furnace or fire up a gas oven, the fuel for these important household appliances don’t appear by magic. The gas which powers…
Read MoreWhy Is Natural Gas Pipe Fabrication Essential for Success?
The United State’s natural gas pipeline is at the same time complex and efficient, but it relies heavily on pipe fabrication and compressor stations for success. This process brings energy to millions of end users with its coast to coast network of compressor stations, pipelines, purification processes, and wellheads. Understanding how it works and the…
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