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TEST SEPARATION MODULE
0 06.12.2007
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope
1.2 Definitions and Abbreviations
1.2.1 Definitions
1.2.2 Abbreviations
1.1 Scope
The Modules shall be equipped with Test Separation Vessel, baffles, internals
including Mist Extractor, internal / external piping, control devices and all necessary
accessories to make a complete and functional unit. The test separation should
include gas & total fluids metering at their respective outlets.
This Functional Specification will cover suitable module size to have appropriately
sized modules for all installations. Detailed below are the type of module size based
on liquid sm3/d required:
M3/d
• Module 1: 100
• Module2 250
TOTAL - 2 modules
No.s of units as per GGS scope of work
This Specification should be regarded as the Company’s minimum requirements for
this equipment. Wherever stringent requirements for design, safety and testing are to
be met as per code and standards at 3.1below , the same may be notified to the
company. Under no circumstances the requirements shall be relaxed to meet this
specification without prior written approval / agreement from the company.
The test separation module shall be designed in accordance with the process design
criteria stipulated in Section 5.0. In addition to the above, contractor shall investigate
the proven state of art technology to improve the separation process. Outcome of the
study highlighting the process / cost or any tangible / intangible benefits will be
provided to the company. In particular, the following should be examined for this
application:
1.2.1 Definitions
Contractor The party responsible for the design and supply of goods and/or
services, for a complete project or installation.
1.2.2 Abbreviations
The Test Separation Module (“the Module”) shall include all the equipments identified
within this Functional Specification.
The Module shall be completely packaged with the related components and
accessories and delivered ready for operation.
The final sizing and design of the Module, including all internal and external
components, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.
New technology options and developments are acceptable provided they give
equivalent or better process performance. The alternative options must be proven
and tested at a commercial level and submitted with relevant justification. Contractor
to list techno-economic advantages of new technology proposed.
The Module shall be designed in accordance with the process design criteria
stipulated in Section 5.0.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the detailed design of two phase test
separation Modules as detailed in Section 5.0. Each module should include the
following;
The Module, and internal equipment, shall be constructed of materials appropriate for
the installation (operating and design conditions) and long term operation in the area
with ambient conditions as identified in Section 4.0. Materials and components for
this unit shall be new and unused.
The Modules design shall be based on the process information provided in design
basis of GGS and this document.
The equipment supply shall include design, fabrication and supply of the following
main items:
2.3 Options
The Contractor may provide options to the scope detailed in this Specification.
2.4 Exclusions
3.1.1.1 Indian
The Assam onshore facilities operate within the legal domain of India. The
Contractor, and sub-Contractors, must comply with the Regulations including
environmental protection Act of India. These include, but are not limited to;
The Modules will be designed, fabricated and installed to accommodate the local
environmental conditions of Assam district in India.
5.0 PROCESS
The Modules serve the purpose of testing individual wells to monitor well / reservoir
performance. All installations will have well-fluids preheated in a bath-heater to
promote separation. The test separator will need to have the capability of testing
The test separator’s main function is to test individual wells. The well that is to be
tested will be diverted to the test header from where it will be routed to a bath heater
for preheating. Heated well fluids will then be separated in a two -phase separator
with the liquids being routed to the intermediate transfer vessel or sampling vessel.
Water cuts for well-testing can vary from 5 to 95%.
While testing in LP mode, oil from the three-phase separator will continuously flow
into the intermediate transfer vessel, from where it would be pumped into the heater-
treater. While test separator is in HP/MP mode, fluid will go to the next separation
stage. Gas from the three-phase test separator is routed to the GCP while gas from
the inter-transfer vessel is sent to the LP compressor. Oil , water and gas will be
metered on the test separator outlet lines .
Module1 :
Module2
The total number of modules provided above are preliminary and may change
subject to finalisation and validation of process data.
Vessels should be sized as per the above design data to ensure wells are accurately
tested. As stated Section in 2.0, contractor to suggest on emerging and state of the
art technology that may differ from the system stated in this Section 5.2 and which
can aid in separation or reduce operation costs.
The test separator level will be controlled via a control valve on the liquid outlet of the
vessel. The primary aim is the level control of the separator. A cascade system is
proposed where the level output from the separator vessel cascades to the flow
control loop on the liquid outlet from the separator.
Within the central level zone for the separator, the control loop will be in flow control
and the level may fluctuate within the present bands, say 25% L-N and 75% N-H.
When the level approaches the high and low levels more closely, the level controller
will adjust the set-point of the “flow control valve” to open or close the valve till
separator level returns to normal.
When the level rises above high-level, the inlet valve closes and this decreases the
liquid influx into the inlet separator thereby decreasing the level.
The inlet shut-down valve will close when the level rises to HH level.
For pressure control split range PCVs will be fitted to the gas outlet lines from the
inlet separator which is controlled by PIT. The PIT is also present to allow
depressurisation of the vessel to the flare system, in the event of high pressure with
dedicated PCV for gas manifold and Flare lines.
Gas will be metered on the gas outlet using conventional methods such as orifice
plate. Coriolis and water-cut meters will be used for measurement of oil and water
lines respectively.
5.5.1 Guarantee
The subcontractor guarantees and warrants for the duration of the Guarantee Period
described below that the Process System will be:
a) manufactured and commissioned in accordance with and will meet or exceed the
Specifications; and
c) operable in accordance with, and based on the design data contained in the
Specifications; and
The Guarantee Period will be for a period of twenty four (24) months from the date of
Delivery, or twelve (12) months from the date of completion of installation and
commissioning of the Process System at the Company’s Production Site, whichever
is less. During the Guarantee Period, Subcontractor at its cost, risk and expense, will
repair, redo or replace any part of the Process System which fails to meet the above
warranty or guarantee which manifests itself during the Guarantee Period.
The Guarantee Period for any executed repairs and replacement shall be eighteen
(18) months from the completed repair or replacement.
Any repairs should be carried out on-site if at all possible, and so as to minimise any
disruption to the working of the Process System and any other parts of the
Installation/Plant to the greatest possible extent.
7.0 EQUIPMENT
Adequate sampling connections and future connections for chemical additives shall
be provided and appropriately located.
7.1.1 General
All vessels shall be code stamped to ASME VIII unless noted otherwise. All vessels
shall be registered with a suitable third party verification body (e.g. Lloyd’s, DNV).
7.1.2 Design
All pressure vessels shall be of welded construction in accordance with ASME Boiler
and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII Division 1.
vessel shall have adequate shell thickness not to be overstressed at mid-span and
near saddle supports with design loads under the following conditions:
7.1.3 Assembly
All bolts in manholes, hand holes and nozzles shall straddle the normal vessel
centrelines.
All pressure bearing flanges shall comply with ASME B16.5 unless stated otherwise.
Reinforcing pads or doubler plates shall be provided beneath all attachments where
loading creates stress concentration or where attachment welds for external
appurtenances may cause locked thermal stresses.
All structural members, attached by welding to the outside of the vessel, shall be seal
welded continuously to the vessel.
Vessel testing and inspections shall be in accordance with ASME VIII and to
Company approved standards.
7.2.1 Design
All piping shall be designed in accordance with ANSI / ASME B31.3 and this
Specification unless otherwise noted.
Process liquid lines shall be sized for fluid velocities in accordance with industry
standards.
The minimum required pipe wall thickness for any service shall be calculated in
accordance with ANSI / ASME B31.3.
Unless otherwise specified, all pressure piping shall have a minimum corrosion
allowance of 1.6mm. This is in addition to mechanical allowances.
7.2.2 Installation
Piping shall be arranged in a neat and simple manner. Piping, including supports,
valves and controls, shall be located so as not to present obstructions or stumbling
hazards nor interfere with equipment operation and maintenance. At least 600 mm
clear space shall be provided for access to equipment.
The minimum overhead clearance for piping or walkways shall be 2 metres. Piping
installed in pipe racks shall be grouped to have common bottom pipe elevations.
Pipe systems shall have block valves, by-passes and cleanouts to provide
convenient access and repair.
Drain and vent connections as required for testing, maintenance and operation shall
be provided on piping. As a minimum, lines shall have ½ “ vent connections at high
points and shall have ½ “ drain connections at low points. Connections only for
hydrotest do not require valves.
Where threaded pipe or fittings are used in hydrocarbon service, the piping between
any vessel or bridle and the first valve shall be a minimum of schedule 160.
Piping at equipment shall be supported in such a manner that the equipment may be
removed without effecting the piping and shall be supported to prevent transmission
of excessive moments and forces to equipments.
Adequate provisions shall be made in piping systems for thermal expansion and
contraction in accordance with ANSI / ASME B31.3.
Eccentric reducers with flat side up shall be used in pump suction connections.
10.0 MAINTENANCE