Location	Milo, Alberta
Client	Husky Oil
Application	Vapor Recovery Compression
Compressor Manufacturer	Howden WRVi series
Oil & Gas	Compression
Method	Screw Compression
Size	150-200 HP

Managing Ultra Low Pressures

The Milo project required the recovery of natural gas emitted from oil stored in a tank farm. The gas had a very low flow rate and a high molecular weight, making it prone to condensation. The condensation issues were complicated by the wide ambient temperature range at the facility.

The unique technical demands of the project required the design of a highly precise, multiphase measurement and control system.

The Milo project demonstrates Startec's proven capabilities in:

• Designing solutions for ultra low pressure, condensation prone applications
• Assisting petroleum producers to:
  -Recover valuable by-product
  -Protect the environment
  -Meet regulatory emission control requirements

Engineering & Design Factors

• Very low suction pressure and flow
• Condensation prone gas
• Location with a wide ambient temperature range - introducing further condensation issues
• Multivariable control system, featuring complementary suction and discharge controls, developed to provide precise system able to respond to slight variations in gas flow rate and ambient temperature

While the vapour recovered in the Milo project was sweet gas, Startec also provides vapour recovery solutions for sour gas.

Contact Startec

To discuss the specifications of your vapour recovery projects, contact a Startec Oil & Gas Customer Representative at 403.295-5855 or toll free at 1-800-555-9439