How is Steam Flow Measured?
Posted onSteam flow measurement accounts for a large proportion of the flow measurement industry. There are seven different models of flow meters alone to measure steam flow.
Steam flow measurement accounts for a large proportion of the flow measurement industry. There are seven different models of flow meters alone to measure steam flow.
Industry experts have warned of widespread blackouts and job losses if a Labour Government were to carry out its pledge to freeze consumer energy prices up until 2017.
While your flow computers are busy controlling and monitoring, what is monitoring them? As a vital component of any flow measurement system, flow computers should have a strict set of regulations.
Oil production in Nigeria has hit a worrying four-year low. Thieves and technical problems have caused frequent disruptions. Production has dropped to less than 1.9 million barrels a day from over 2 million barrels – the lowest rate since 2009. Meanwhile, it is estimated that over 150,000 barrels of oil are stolen on a daily basis.
Flow meters come in all shapes and sizes, engineered to measure the flow of a range of liquids and gases. Most commonly used is the Differential Pressure (DP) flow meter, known for its accuracy. The technique is used to measure numerous fluids including water, chemicals, cryogenic liquid, air, industrial gases and steam.
Oil demand is on the rise in Europe. Recent government statistics show a rise in European market for the first time in two years. The increase, seen in both April and May 2013, correlates to data pointing to a growth in economic activity around the same period, including Eurozone growth this year.
Without flow measurement systems in place power station efficiency would be profoundly affected. Growing demand for energy means that power stations are constantly under pressure. With the need for reliable energy supplies continuing to rise, we delve into how flow measurement regulates power stations.
A new oil discovery has been made in Kenya by oil exploration company Tullow Oil. Flow tests carried out at a discovery well in the country have smashed expectations and promise to bring positive results for the oil explorer. After a disappointing start to the year the new Kenyan discovery will be a welcome relief for Tullow Oil and its investors.
For the fast-paced food and beverage industry flow measurement plays an essential role. Worldwide demand on the industry is high and large volumes of liquids pass through food plants every day. Before reaching the shelves of supermarkets, food must reach the high standards set by the Food Standards Agency, which is responsible for food safety and hygiene across the UK.
UK Energy Minister Michael Fallon has announced a new onshore licensing round will take place next year, which will see companies apply for oil and gas exploration licenses in the UK. The new licensing round, the first to take place since the American shale gas boom in 2009, is expected to step up Britain’s shale gas programme and provide a further boost to the UK shale gas industry.