Understanding How the API Plan 52 Seal System Works For Canadian Operations
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Jun 29, 2021 @ 11:06 AM
Pumping processes involving hazardous or toxic fluids often utilize dual mechanical seals to ensure operator safety and compliance with environmental regulations. The American Petroleum Institute (API …
Mechanical Seal Heat Checking Solutions for SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Jun 24, 2021 @ 08:06 AM
Mechanical seal heat checking is characterized by the presence of radial cracks originating from the center of metallic, tungsten carbide, or ceramic seal faces. This may appear as scoring or a checke …
Why Flow Assurance Fluid Characterization Matters for Aging SAGD Wells
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Jun 22, 2021 @ 13:06 PM
Flow assurance fluid characterization is the concept of ensuring fluid flows effectively and efficiently from point A to point B. Originally, flow assurance was a term used to describe the analysis an …
Your Mechanical Seal Leak Troubleshooting Guide for SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Jun 17, 2021 @ 08:06 AM
Mechanical seal leakage is typically unavoidable as seals age and develop wear. Inadequate flushing and lubrication of mechanical seals can also lead to seal damage, resulting in leaks that may presen …
Why Mechanical Seal Support Damage Occurs in Winter: Understanding the Problem and Your Potential Solutions
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Jun 10, 2021 @ 14:06 PM
Seal support systems are essential for the operation of pumping and rotating equipment, as they are designed to support a specific seal and set of process conditions by supplying either a liquid or ga …
Ensuring Efficiency for SAGD Projects in Alberta Starts Here
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Jun 08, 2021 @ 14:06 PM
With the recent rise in oil prices, numerous companies are revisiting their steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) projects and maintenance plans in Alberta after the slowdown last year. The challenge …
Why an Industrial Fluid System’s Routing Matters More in Alberta, Canada
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Jun 03, 2021 @ 08:06 AM
When designing facility layouts for oil and gas operations and petrochemical refineries, it is critical to consider industrial fluid systems’ routing, especially in locations like Alberta, Canada. Wit …