Eliminate Pneumatic Valve Emissions in Your Upstream Oil and Gas Applications

Eliminate Emissions Using Electric Solenoid Valve Technology

Challenges

• New environmental regulations: Pneumatic controller venting accounts for 30% of methane emmissions from oil & gas industry
• Gas blowby: Slow valve system response times can result in unplanned downtime
• Power constraints: Use of solar energy at remote locations limits available on-site power

Emerson has developed a groundbreaking solution for addressing challenges in upstream oil and gas applications, particularly related to pneumatic valve emissions. The conventional use of pneumatic valves in 2 or 3 phase separators faces issues such as slow response times, leading to gas blowby and unplanned downtime.

Solution

• Fully electric solution eliminates venting
• Low power device suitable for remote applications
• Quick actuation improves performance

Emerson's solution involves the replacement of traditional pneumatic valves with ASCO Series 210 electronically enhanced solenoid valves, providing a fully electric alternative. This innovative electric solution eliminates the need for venting, reducing methane emissions and complying with new environmental regulations. The low power consumption of less than 1.2 watts makes it suitable for remote locations with limited power availability, especially those utilizing solar energy. The quick actuation time of 50-75 milliseconds ensures precise level control, optimizing process performance and preventing downtime. This solution marks a significant advancement in improving efficiency, meeting environmental standards, and enhancing reliability in upstream oil and gas operations.



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