Choose optimal feed conditioning strategies for gas processing

D. B. ENGEL and M. H. SHEILAN, Sulphur Experts, Kemah, Texas Contamination ingression into gas processing units is one of the most prevalent modes negatively affecting plant operations. To enable plants to run with minimal instabilities, increased capacity and high reliability, it is necessary to condition the feed gas prior to processing by removing unwanted contaminants. Feed conditioning strategies Feed conditioning can be achieved using a number of strategies combining mechanical, physical and chemical options. From a mechanical perspective, inlet coalescer systems are key gas conditioning devices in gas processing. They are the last lines of defense against contamination and its asso