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The Features and Functions of Reciprocating Engines
Powerful, efficient engines of many types supply the energy needed to deliver electricity or drive in the energy supply sector. The oil and gas industry uses combustion engines in three primary markets: power plants, compression, and pumping. In power plants, the engines burn fuel that cannot be used in turbines;
Changes in Supply and Demand: Energy Trends and Predictions for 2019
Ups and downs in energy are a function of supply and demand. Yearly energy market trends, as well as longer-term development trends in this sector, reflect both the abundance of product and the impetus for consumption. Global energy contractors and predictors of energy trends see some specific changes in supply
A Guide to Operating Efficiently With Steam Turbine Oil
In addition to being subject to tough environmental standards, tight budgets, and penalties for supply interruptions, today’s power companies must ensure efficient and reliable operations to keep up with high demand. This means that power-generating turbines often run under more intense conditions than ever, including 24/7 cycles and frequent stopping
What Is the Function of a Governor in a Steam Turbine?
A steam turbine governor is a component of the turbine control system that regulates rotational speed in response to changing load conditions. The governor output signal manipulates the position of a steam inlet valve or nozzles which in turn regulates the steam flow to the turbine. In this post, we’ll
Petrotech (UK) Limited Announces Their UK Office Relocation to Bunting Road in Suffolk
2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SUFFOLK, England, Jan. 24 — After 45 years in residence, Petrotech (UK) Limited has announced the relocation of its former Western Way facility to a new location just 10 minutes away on Bunting Road in Bury St. Edmond, Suffolk. The new office is near three main
How Does Surge Testing Work?
Anti-Surge controllers use measurements from suction pressure and temperature, discharge pressure and temperature, and either suction or discharge flow, to determine the flow at which the condition of surge will occur. Within these controllers a surge limit is calibrated, initially from OEM provided data, and later from a field testing
How Does the Spinning of a Turbine Generate Power?
Although electricity was discovered as early as the 18th century, humans have made significant strides in producing electrical power through various means since that time. Among the most common means of producing energy is with turbines of different types, including gas and steam turbines. At the core of a turbine’s
Current Trends in Turbomachinery and Compressor Control Solutions for Oil & Gas Production
According to a report by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the demand for oil & gas infrastructure is increasing demand for automation and control systems. They report the global crude oil & natural gas consumption grew by 1.2 percent and 2.24 percent annually during 2005-16. The production and resulting consumption numbers looked good for
What Is the Layout of a Gas Turbine Power Plant?
Although there is variation from facility to facility, the layout of gas turbine power plants plays an important role in the operations of the power plant. Here is a breakdown of common power plant layouts and how they affect the efficiency of the plant. How Gas Turbine Plants Operate The
Possible Causes of Vibrations in Steam Turbines
Steam turbines are efficient but complex machines, meaning that there are a number of possible ways they may malfunction. One such malfunction is known as vibration, which occurs as a result of impacts between stationary and rotating parts. Although there are a number of solutions for vibration, early detection through
The Role of Anti-surge Controllers in Compressor Control Systems
Anti-surge controllers play a pivotal role in compressor control systems by determining when surge will occur in the flow. Read about their capabilities.
Some of the Most Common Elements Among Highly Efficient Turbomachinery
With a perpetually increasing population putting a higher global demand on the oil and gas industries, power production companies are faced with the challenge of increasing production while minimizing waste. Throw into the mix volatile market prices and constantly changing regulations, and it can seem like an uphill battle for