An oil and gas company in China needed to inert tanks with nitrogen to safely contain flammable liquids. Furthermore, strict control of gas metering became essential, both to record potential leaks and to monitor the nitrogen flow rate sent to the tanks' vapor space.
Given the large number of tanks, the team sought to balance the required nitrogen usage while reducing operating costs. In this context, the company needed a measurement system that ensured accuracy, reliability, and ease of use. Therefore, choosing the right equipment was essential to optimize operations.
Solution with Thermatel TA2
To meet this demand, the Magnetrol indicated the thermal mass flow meter Thermatel TA2This equipment arrived fully calibrated and configured, allowing for quick and simplified installation. Furthermore, the Thermatel TA2 offers excellent performance even at low gas pressures, exactly what inerting applications require.
Using the Thermatel TA2 allowed calibrations to be performed directly in the field, without the need for long process downtime. This significantly reduced calibration costs, which could typically run into the tens of thousands of dollars.
operational benefits
With this solution, efficient monitoring not only reduced costs but also increased the plant's operational efficiency. Furthermore, it prevented losses due to unplanned shutdowns and improved tank safety. Thus, the company ensured more reliable and controlled processes.
Gas measurement for blanketing is therefore essential for optimizing industrial operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness, reliability, and safety. Therefore, choosing the right technology, such as Magnetrol's Thermatel TA2, makes all the difference in operational success.
Contact us with our technical team and discover how gas measurement for inerting can increase efficiency and reduce costs in your industrial operation.
