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Novel Concept of Using Electrical Submersible Pumps as Immersion Heaters

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Nov 30 2020

Electrical submersible pumps (ESPs) are a common source of artificially lifting wellbore fluids. When reservoir fluids, hundreds of feet below the earth’s surface, do not have enough energy to rise to the surface, electrical submersible pumps are d...

Heating Aboveground & Underground Oil Tanks: How Do They Differ?

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Nov 26 2020

Aboveground Oil Tanks Aboveground tanks are the most recognizable oil storage vessels. Their exposure makes them more visible and easier to identify. They are often easier and quicker to build and install than below ground tanks. As well as providing...

Understanding NEMA Standards

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Nov 25 2020

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) includes over 700 standards and application guides, as well as providing business analytics and advocacy for electrical equipment manufacturers. NEMA Standards NEMA Standards contribute to the ...

Integrated Control Panels

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Nov 24 2020

Heating systems are run through digital control panels. These panels act as the brains of the system, running and optimizing heating functions for stability and efficiency. They also provide safety, preventing overheating and/or chemical disintegrati...

Types of Storage Tanks

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Nov 23 2020

In the chemical and petrochemical industries, the production, manufacturing, and refining all rely on storage tanks. The right storage tank protects the product as well as the equipment, environment and personnel. Built to contain liquids, vapors, an...

Immersion Heaters and Mechanisms of Heat Transfer

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Nov 20 2020

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 whil...

Immersion Heaters for Heat Transfer in Progressive Cavity Pump Testing and Effect of Induced Temperature on Efficiency

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Nov 3 2020

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 fro...

The Green Future of Power Generation | Hydrogen Power

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Oct 23 2020

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 e...

Preventing Fire Risks in Gas Storage Facilities

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Oct 22 2020

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 da...

Mechanical Seals in Gas Heating

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Oct 21 2020

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,...

Process Heaters and Freeze Prevention

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Oct 20 2020

As the cold season approaches, freeze prevention becomes a major concern for pipelines, transport, and storage. We take a look at the importance of freeze prevention, as well as how to protect equipment and materials with process heaters and other su...

Motor Controls: Importance of Protective Features

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Oct 14 2020

Electric motors have many applications in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. To accomplish their intended functions, they require reliable control and protection. Motors face exposure to several hazards that can reduce their service li...

SPEED CONTROL OF MOTORS

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Oct 13 2020

There is a wide range of appliances that are part of our lives, from household electrical appliances used in the home like vacuum cleaners and hair dryers to pumps, conveyor belts, and machine tools in large industrial plants. Wherever any machines u...

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

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Oct 9 2020

Variable Frequency Drive controls the working of a motor, and it optimizes its working by taking advantage of different functions a VFD can offer. VFDs are only used with the AC motors, not with the DC type motors. Electric motors have become an esse...

Electric Motor Starting: Choosing Between a Soft Starter and a VFD

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Oct 8 2020

When an electric motor starts at full voltage, the inrush current can be up to 8 times higher than the nameplate value. Without a motor starter, the high inrush current and starting torque can cause damage over time. Many motor starting systems preve...

Motor Controllers

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Sep 17 2020

Every electric motor, regardless of its size or purpose, requires some sort of controlling mechanism. Motors come in a large variety of sizes and applications. Simple motors are found in home appliances such as hairdryers in the bathroom, juicers in ...

Over-The-Side Heater Installation Types

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Sep 9 2020

Over-the-side heaters are versatile heating systems, offering convenient, reliable heating for a variety of applications. They are used in important processes including degreasing tanks, parts cleaning, heat transfer fluids, and plating tanks. OTS he...

Tank Heaters for Shale Gas Storage

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Sep 8 2020

The shale boom in the USA has hit peak productivity. While Americans enjoy the benefits of plentiful, cheap gas, producers face new challenges. Namely, there is an increased need for shale gas storage due to the vast quantities produced. To maintain ...

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Novel Concept of Using Electrical Submersible Pumps as Immersion Heaters

Heating Aboveground & Underground Oil Tanks: How Do They Differ?

Understanding NEMA Standards

Integrated Control Panels

Types of Storage Tanks

Immersion Heaters and Mechanisms of Heat Transfer

Immersion Heaters for Heat Transfer in Progressive Cavity Pump Testing and Effect of Induced Temperature on Efficiency

The Green Future of Power Generation | Hydrogen Power

Preventing Fire Risks in Gas Storage Facilities

Mechanical Seals in Gas Heating

Process Heaters and Freeze Prevention

Motor Controls: Importance of Protective Features

SPEED CONTROL OF MOTORS

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

Electric Motor Starting: Choosing Between a Soft Starter and a VFD

Motor Controllers

Over-The-Side Heater Installation Types

Tank Heaters for Shale Gas Storage

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