Industrial Fluid Systems Blog / Field Advisors (4)

How SAGD Subcool is Affected by Fluid Dynamics

Consistent monitoring and evaluation of the SAGD process for leaks and energy loss are important for productivity.

Recovery of heavy oil in steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) is highly dependent on the temperature and viscosity of the fluids involved. It is well established that when the heated steam is passed …

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Alberta SAGD Projects Need This in Their Back Pocket

Right systems and component is the key to the efficiency for Alberta SAGD projects.

Heavy oil and bitumen production has been on the rise in Alberta, with data showing over 11.6% increase in 2021. Among the different methods of recovery, Alberta SAGD projects have seen the most signi …

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Top Tube Bending Experts in Edmonton Rely on Leading-edge Tools

Leading-edge tube bending tools play a vital role in industrial facility maintenance.

Properly implemented tubing plays a vital role in industrial plants and facilities. Tube configuration influences the flow and pressure of gasses and liquids being moved through the tubing. Tubing als …

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Tube Bending 101: Distance Between Bends Matters

An operator using a Swagelok hand tube bender to create proper distance between bends

Tube bending is an essential day-to-day operation in all kinds of industrial facilities. Despite its importance, tubing systems are often constructed by trial and error with little or no planning, whi …

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Why Tube Bending and Fabrication Should Be Left to the Experts

Get help with tube bending and fabrication from Edmonton Valve and Fitting

Keeping industrial facilities running efficiently requires continuous maintenance and repairs on advanced machinery, diagnostic analysis of production efficiency, and implementing measures to reduce w …

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High Temperature Hydrogen Production: Selecting the Right Components

 Field Advisor checks piping used for hydrogen production in a high-temperature process

Hydrogen production doesn’t usually involve the high temperatures and corrosive fluids that can threaten the reliability of equipment in oil and gas refineries. However, high-temperature hydrogen atta …

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