New midsize clamshell
In addition to cutting and beveling in-line pipe and tube, this new MS, or midsize, clamshell is capable of boring, flange facing, outside diameter turning, ring tool joint grooves, and compound angle weld preps.
The on-site portable machining system includes the firm's patented and fully ad justable bearing system for longer cutting life, a new gear clamping feature and motor mount for faster, more secure set-ups, compatible locator extensions, and tool blocks-slides with the company's NB clamshells and a thicker cross section of gear and housing giving more stability for heavier cutting.
The MS comes in models from 16 in. to 42 in. and can be powered by various configurations of electric, pneumatic, or hydraulic motors. Other accessories include high-speed slides, single-point and ID counterbore modules, as well as swivel head modules.
Source: D.L. Ricci Corp., 5001 Moundview Drive, Red Wing, MN 55066.
Wellsite data management system updated
WellWizard version 3.0 is the latest release of an advanced wellsite data integration and information management system.
Operating on any Windows platform, this software package offers ease of use and customization of your data. You may use your desktop or laptop computer to access wellsite information through the internet from anywhere in the world, in real time.
The company says its system will connect to most wellsite suppliers' data streams and process them through the WellWizard graphic interface. From a basic onshore well to the most advanced offshore platform, the system promises flexibility and power for wellsite management.
Features of version 3.0 include:
•Viewing of multiple wells.
•Flow back monitoring for advanced kick detection.
•Events library for storing and viewing data and information.
•Mirror server increasing communication efficiencies with the wellsite.
•Pager alarms for all parameters.
•Import/export of all numerical data.
•Ability to set trend lines for all parameters.
•Ability to store, view, and display digital images.
Source: Datalog, 748 Bradfield, Houston, TX 77060.
New 420 hp driver for gas compression uses
The KTA19GC is a new 420 hp driver for natural gas compression operations.
The 19 l. displacement, rich-burn engine is designed for wellhead, gathering, and related gas compression uses. It is available in a standard or catalyst rating and also offers a shielded CSA ignition as an option.
The company also is offering two new frac rig ratings for its QST30 engine. The new 1,350 hp and 1,500 hp ratings are tailored specifically to meet high power density and reliability requirements.
Source: Cummins Inc., Box 3005, Columbus, IN 47202-3005.
Low-cost method designed to increase turbine output
PowerFog, a low cost method for combustion turbine inlet air cooling, cools the turbine's inlet air to within 1° of the ambient wet bulb temperature. It results in increased turbine power output of as much as 15% and increased plant efficiency, the company says.
PowerFog is designed to provide reliable power augmentation, especially for peaking periods. The systems have been redesigned with high-pressure pumps feeding a common manifold. This allows pumps to be staged based upon run hours or availability.
Source: Caldwell Energy & Environ mental Inc., 4020 Tower Rd., Louisville, KY 40219.
Impurities measurement capability extended
New detection technology from this firm offers the capability to measure trace levels of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide at 10 ppb in ethylene and to generate calibration standards for analytical systems. The technology includes new grades of methanizer flame ionization detection helium and hydrogen that consistently have below 5 ppb CO and CO2.
It allows polyethylene manufacturers to identify low concentrations of impurities that can be scrubbed from the ethylene, thereby requiring less catalyst volume to make polyethylene. The firm's advanced application group in Geismar, La., developed the detection technology and support gases, under the joint sponsorship of its parent and the American Standard Testing and Materials D2 committee.
Source: Praxair Inc., 39 Old Ridgebury Rd., Danbury, CT 06810-5113.
New in-stream hydrogen sulfide analyzer
The new Model 4400 in-stream hydrogen sulfide analyzer is used to verify continuously the H2S content of a natural gas stream. It is used to help insure that the H2S in natural gas collection lines remains at acceptable levels to help guard against its corrosive effects on compressors, pipe lines, and process equipment. It is intended for continuous monitoring before the addition of odorants to the gas. The 4400 can detect H2S in the range of 0-100 ppm.
There is minimal maintenance, with no tapes to replace, no conditioning solutions, no mechanical stream blenders to calibrate, and no hazardous material to dispose. Calibration is easy with external application of span gas and simple one-person adjustment, the company notes.
Source: Sierra Monitor Corp., 1991 Tarob Court, Milpitas, CA 95035.
