Equipment/Software/Literature

Nov. 4, 2002
A new datasheet, yours free for the asking, details the new Series 510 smart hydrostatic level transducer that's compatible with a variety of Modbus devices.

Datasheet discusses hydrostatic level transducer

A new datasheet, yours free for the asking, details the new Series 510 smart hydrostatic level transducer that's compatible with a variety of Modbus devices.

It can be used for inventory tank gauging and waste-water level monitoring.

Accuracy is rated at ±0.10% total error band, supply voltage is 6-28 v DC, and current draw is 10 ma active. Pressure ranges are rated at 0-5 psig through 0-100 psig, with custom pressure ranges available.

Accessories are also discussed in the new datasheet, including field installable nose caps, surge-lightning protection with a lifetime oversurge warranty, and an optional sleep mode.

Source: Pressure Systems Inc., 34 Research Drive, Hampton, VA 23666.

Newly designed gas well booster compressor

Here's the newly designed GG351 gas well booster compressor with output as much as 550 Mscfd.

Click here to enlarge image

The small, portable design requires minimum site preparation, the company points out. Units are shipped fully assembled, tested, and ready to connect to your gas service for immediate and unattended operation.

Source: Grimmer Industries Inc., 1015 N. Hurricane Rd., Franklin, IN 46131.

Logging system transmits data wirelessly

REDI, which uses an infrared eye to transmit data wirelessly, accesses data gathered in hazardous zones without external wiring for power or data transmission.

The new data logging system allows operators to collect stored data using a hand-held computer without physically having to connect to the REDI unit. This is achieved by accessing and transmitting data via an infrared communications port housed in an intrinsically safe hand-held computer.

REDI logs as many as six 4-20 ma channels at intervals ranging from 1 min to 45 days, with each channel individually configurable.Data are stored permanently in the system's nonvolatile memory.

According to the firm, REDI is simple to install, and downloading data is a matter of point and click.Once the system is installed and actively logging data, the data can be accessed any time by pointing the hand-held computer toward the REDI and pressing a button that activates the system's infrared communications port. Once downloaded into the hand-held unit, the data may then be reviewed and transferred to a PC. It can then be imported into any spreadsheet or database for immediate analysis.

Source: AnTech Ltd., Unit 7, Newbery Centre, Airport Business Park, Exeter, UK EX5 2UL.

Wireline tool system focuses on safety

The patented Dutch Lockdown Lubricator System is designed to take rig and service personnel out of harm's way and help simplify wireline operation.

It combines the quick rig-up of the Hydril Co. stop and the safety of the conventional flanged lubricator. It consists of a companion flange to flange to the top of the annular preventer replacing the bell nipple flange. Normally, the lockdown flange is rigged up early during a noncritical path operation for time savings and remains on the rig. This flange has four holes drilled where four 2 in. OD pins are screwed in to anchor a mandrel into the flange. These pins are able to withstand 5,000-10,000 psi of well pressure.

During wireline operations, the lockdown mandrel is made up on the lowest section of the lubricator and extends across the annular preventer. The mandrel is locked in the flange with the four pins. The wireline lubricator reaches from the mandrel to the rig floor. The annular preventer is closed around the mandrel to initiate the pressure seal.

The system:

•Eliminates the need to remove the bell nipple in a conventional lubricator rig-up.

•Isolates rig personnel from upward forces applied to the lubricator in a Hydril stop rig-up by anchoring the lubricator mechanically into the flange.

•Offers lubricator installation that requires minimal rig time.

•Protects the annular preventer rubber from damage from the wireline cable.

The firm says its lockdown lubricator installation reduces well exposure time between pipe tripping and open hole wireline operations.

Click here to enlarge image

Also, fluid monitoring remains the same in the wireline operations as in all other progressive operations because of communication ports in the mandrel, the company notes.

Source: Dutch Inc., 5033 US Highway 90 E., Broussard, LA 70518.

New alliance designed to aid processors

SAT Corp., Houston, and Process Data Control Corp., Arlington, Tex., have entered into a business and technical alliance to help refining and petrochemical operations combat costs of regulatory compliance for Title V of the Clean Air Act and other US Environmental Protection Agency reporting requirements.

The alliance is designed to help processors via reliability analysis, human workflow management, and compliance assurance.

SAT's IntelaTrac mobile computing software, which helps control scheduling, completion, and reporting of manual inspections related to compliance with EPA regulations, may now be integrated with PDC's Compliance Assurance System (COMPASS) to furnish regulatory information to help ensure that mobile computing systems collect and store compliance data required by applicable rules and permits.

Source: SAT Corp., One Westchase Center, 10777 Westheimer Rd., Suite 650, Houston, TX 77042-3455.