Immersion heaters are a popular application in the oil & gas, petrochemical and manufacturing industries. Their operational principle is simple and is based on the direct heating of a fluid body when the immersed heating element is operating while placed inside the fluid body. The most common design involves a heating element directly submerged in […]
Progressive cavity pumps or PCPs are commonly used either installed downhole or on the surface to pump highly viscous mixtures. This could either be lifting heavy crude laden with sand, dewatering of the coal bed methane, or pumping potash slurry from the potash mine. The ability to handle solids and highly viscous fluids makes it […]
The future of green, is blue. As power generation looks to be a greener option, Europe is banking on hydrogen. The European Commission published its 2030 hydrogen strategy marking its official commitment to hydrogen power, doubling down renewable energy. Goldman Sachs estimates that the green hydrogen market could be worth $12 trillion (USD). Demand The […]
Improvements in safety precautions, technology, and design have had a significant impact on reducing fires at storage facilities. In 1980, there were over 1100 outside storage tank fires in the U.S. resulting in an estimated $7 million in property damage. According to the NFPA incidents had dropped by 76% by 2011, resulting in 301 fires […]
Keeping a heating system operating at peak performance requires all parts working properly. An important feature in this equation is ensuring that all the systems and joints have the right fit. These joining points prevent leaks and contain pressure, as well as preventing contamination inside the unit. If gaskets fail or are inadequate, they create […]
