USD $15,900
Machine Location:4111 Marathon BlvdAustin, Texas, USA 78756(Opens in a new tab)
Seller Information
General
Stock Number
43021839
Condition
New
Description
New Surplus 48 X 10 125psi Horizontal FWKO
Year of Manufacturing: 2018
Type: New Surplus
Condition: Excellent
Location: Texas
New Surplus 48 X 10 125psi Horizontal FWKO Benefits
The use of Free Water Knock Out (FWKO) units in the oil and gas industry offers several benefits that contribute to efficient production, improved product quality, and reduced environmental impact. Some of the key benefits of FWKO units include:
Improved Crude Oil Quality: FWKO units help separate water and impurities from the crude oil, resulting in a higher-quality crude oil product. This cleaner oil is easier to transport and refine, leading to better overall product value.
Reduced Corrosion and Fouling: Water present in crude oil can lead to corrosion of equipment and pipelines due to its corrosive nature. Separating water through FWKO units helps minimize the risk of corrosion, extending the lifespan of equipment and reducing maintenance costs. Additionally, the removal of water reduces the potential for fouling in processing equipment.
Optimized Transport and Storage: Crude oil with lower water content is easier to transport through pipelines and store in tanks. Less water in the oil stream reduces the risk of blockages and improves the efficiency of transportation and storage infrastructure.
Increased Production Efficiency: By effectively separating water from crude oil at the wellhead or early in the production process, FWKO units prevent water from entering downstream processing equipment. This reduces the load on downstream separation and processing units, leading to higher overall production efficiency.
Minimized Environmental Impact: Separating water from crude oil before transportation reduces the volume of water that needs to be managed. This can help minimize the environmental impact associated with the disposal of produced water, which often contains contaminants and requires proper treatment.
Regulatory Compliance: Many regions have strict regulations regarding the amount of water that can be present in crude oil before its transported. FWKO units assist in meeting these regulatory requirements by efficiently separating water from the oil stream.
Cost Savings: By reducing the need for downstream processing and treatment of water-contaminated crude oil, FWKO units contribute to cost savings. They also help prevent equipment damage and operational issues that can result in unplanned downtime and associated expenses.
Safer Operations: Separating water from crude oil can enhance safety by reducing the potential for equipment failures, leaks, and accidents related to corrosive substances and water-induced issues.
Flexibility and Scalability: FWKO units come in various sizes and configurations to accommodate different production rates and characteristics of crude oil. This flexibility allows operators to tailor their equipment choices to match specific operational needs.
Optimized Product Yield: Effective water separation using FWKO units ensures that more of the transported product is valuable crude oil, maximizing the yield from each well and contributing to higher revenue.