The in-line separator ensures gas separation from droplet liquid comparable to conventional vessel separators. However, it is not classified as a "pressure vessel" and is supplied with pipeline fitting certificates (pipe flow splitter), significantly reducing capital and operational costs.
Application Experience:
▸ Dobrinskoye field, VolgaGas LLC, as part of a separation and ejection unit
▸ Yarudeyskoye field, Yargeo LLC (NOVATEK), within a methanol regeneration unit and a mobile unit for well flow measurement
▸ Termokarstovoye field, Terneftegaz JSC (NOVATEK), as part of a system to prevent droplet liquid carryover from deethanizer column tops
▸ 3 units at Yarudeyskoye field, Yargeo LLC (NOVATEK), for inlet stream degassing
▸ 6 units – LH Engineering LLC (NOVATEK) – 2019
▸ 1 unit – RN-Samaraneftegaz
Technical Specifications:
▸ Inlet stream capacity: 5,000–500,000 Nm³/h
▸ Capacity range: 50–100%
▸ Liquid content in inlet stream: up to 20% by mass
▸ Inlet operating pressure: up to 32.0 MPa
▸ Liquid content in gas after first separation stage: no more than 50 mg/Nm³
Advantages:
▸ Small size and weight – reduced footprint
▸ Compact design – no foundation or service platforms required, minimal instrumentation and shut-off valves
▸ Easy maintenance – no regular inspections or replacements needed
▸ Low pressure drop across the separator
▸ Wide range of gas flow rates and liquid phase quantities
▸ Gas-dynamic elements made of stainless and erosion-resistant steel (suitable for gases with aggressive components)