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by Katie Reid, on Wed, Mar 22, 2023 @ 08:03 AM

Steam, hydraulic oil, high velocity gases, and dielectric fluids can generate static charge when passing through a hose core. Brush up on hose selection factors that affect plant safety and …

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Topics:DownloadsTubingHosesField Advisory ServicesVideos

by Katie Reid, on Wed, Feb 22, 2023 @ 08:02 AM

Above: A few examples of what we see in the field. See below for the video. Our Hose Resource Collection (free) delivers a range of content on this topic in …

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Topics:Cost SavingsTubingHosesField EngineeringField Advisory Services

by Thomas Webster, on Thu, Oct 06, 2022 @ 09:10 AM

Installing a safe and reliable mechanical seal support system is not an easy feat. The mechanical seal support system regulates the fluid system environment to set process conditions, ensuring process …

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Topics:Field Advisory ServicesSeal Support

by Thomas Webster, on Wed, Sep 28, 2022 @ 08:09 AM

Fugitive emissions are one of the biggest issues for Canada’s oil and gas sector. In 2020, the industry accounted for almost 36.4% of the country’s total methane emissions. And, what …

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Topics:ValvesField Advisory ServicesSeal Support

by Thomas Webster, on Wed, Sep 21, 2022 @ 08:09 AM

With 80% of Alberta’s oil sands buried 150 meters to 450 meters deep on average, steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) is the trusted method for heavy crude oil and bitumen recovery …

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Topics:Field Advisory ServicesSAGD

by Thomas Webster, on Thu, Sep 15, 2022 @ 09:09 AM

What makes a high-quality seal support system? In a basic sense, we may link the quality of a seal support system to its ability to provide the ideal condition for …

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Topics:Field Advisory ServicesSAGD

by Thomas Webster, on Fri, Sep 09, 2022 @ 08:09 AM

The extent of loss from a mechanical seal support leak rate can vary, but they’re inevitable. One major reason for pumping application failure, as seen across refineries in Alberta, has …

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Topics:Field Advisory ServicesSAGD

by Thomas Webster, on Tue, Sep 06, 2022 @ 09:09 AM

Recovery of heavy oil in steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) is highly dependent on the temperature and viscosity of the fluids involved. It is well established that when the heated steam …

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Topics:Field Advisory ServicesSAGD

by Thomas Webster, on Mon, Aug 22, 2022 @ 09:08 AM

Heavy oil and bitumen production has been on the rise in Alberta, with data showing over 11.6% increase in 2021. Among the different methods of recovery, Alberta SAGD projects have …

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Topics:TubingField Advisory Services

by James Dickie, on Mon, Aug 15, 2022 @ 10:08 AM

Properly implemented tubing plays a vital role in industrial plants and facilities. Tube configuration influences the flow and pressure of gasses and liquids being moved through the tubing. Tubing also …

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Topics:TubingField Advisory Services

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