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Apex Petroleum TMU

Apex , Well Testing has developed its own set of fabrication specifications to ensure that equipment used by Apex Petroleum Services, Well Testing meets or exceeds all local requirements. Apex Petroleum Services, Well Testing specifications are primarily based on the following worldwide recognised specifications:

Equipment Design and Fabrication Specifications

  • API Spec 6A – Specification for Valves and Wellhead Equipment
  • ASME VIII For construction of pressure vessels , Div 1&2
  • API RP 14C – Recommended Practice for Analysis, Design, Installation, and Testing of Basic Surface Safety Systems on Offshore Production Platforms
  • NACE MR-01-75
  • Product Specification Level (PSL) 3
  • Material Class DD
  • Temperature Class P&X (-20° F to +350° F)
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Apex Petroleum TMU

Apex Petroleum has designed a number of trailer-mounted packages for use on land. The trailers come equipped with the essentials needed for a well test operation, including the choke manifold, heater, separator, tank with associated metering, and pipework.

Having the equipment permanently installed on trailers makes it easier to mobilize and quicker to rig up at the well site.

Trailer 1 – Process Trailer

The Process Trailer accommodates the following:

  • ESD System:
    • ESD control panel
    • 5K/10K/15K PSI Surface Safety Valve (SSV)
    • High/Low or High-Pressure pilots
    • Pneumatic SS Pipes
    • Hydraulic hoses
    • Emergency push buttons
  • 5K/10K/15K PSI Data Header:
    • Four to eight lateral fittings to measure certain flow parameters
    • Access points for measuring pressure, temperature, sand monitoring, sampling, chemical injection, etc.
  • 10k PSI Chemical Injection Pump:
    • Air or electrical driven
    • 9-626 Gallon/day
  • 5K/10K/15K PSI Choke Manifold:
    • 4-valve or 5-valve assembly
    • Includes one positive and one adjustable choke
  • High/Low or High-Pressure Pilots:
    • Additional safety measures
  • 1440 PSI, 3-Phase Test Separator:
    • Separates well fluids into two/three/four phases
    • Each phase line consists of control valves, meters, ball valves, and other components specified in the technical proposal
    • Safety devices: two or three relief valves installed on the separator vessel and inlet manifold
  • 50 PSI, 50 BBLS Surge Tank:
    • One or two safety valves installed on tank vessel
  • Pipe Rack:
    • Includes 3” 1502, 3” & 4” 602 pipes, elbows, and necessary crossovers
  • 3000 BPD @100 PSI Electrical Transfer Pump:
    • Explosion-proof 3-phase electric motor and control panel
  • Test Pump up to 10k PSI:
    • Pressure gauges and sets of valves and instruments
  • Well Head x/o:
    • As per client request
  • Design Code:
    • ASME Sec VIII Div 1
    • ASME B31.4
    • API 6A
    • NACE-MR0175

5K & 10K Trailer Mounted Well Test Package

Optional Trailer 2 – Utility Trailer with 2 MMBTU/HR Indirect Fired Heater

An additional trailer can be provided to meet any specific client requirements. The Utility equipment includes:

  • DAQ Lab/Workshop:
    • 10ft ISO-sized converted safe area office and workshop container
  • Diesel Generator:
    • 45 KVA or 100 KVA, 3-phase, 50 Hz
  • Air Compressor:
    • Ex-electrical motor driven
    • 11 bar pressure
    • Flow rate of 67 scf/min with a 900-litre air tank
  • Gas/Diesel Fired Heater:
    • 2 MMBTU/Hr
    • 5K/10K PSI
    • Ex-burner and control panel
  • Trailer Mounted Oil Storage Tanks:
    • Nominal capacity of 500 bbl
    • Suited for operations where oil recovered during testing can be transported off-site for further processing
  • Trailer:
    • Equipped with ex-proof lights, distribution panels, and toolboxes

Trailer 2 – Utility Trailer

The Utility Trailer accommodates a lab and office cabin with all necessary instruments and means for convenient and safe operation. The equipment includes:

  • DAQ Lab/Workshop:
    • 10ft or 20ft ISO-sized converted safe area office and workshop container
  • Diesel Generator:
    • 45 KVA, 100 KVA, 3-phase, 50 Hz
  • Air Compressor:
    • Ex-electrical motor driven
    • 11 bar pressure
    • Flow rate of 67 scf/min with a 900-litre air tank
  • Trailer:
    • Equipped with ex-proof lights, distribution panels, and toolboxes

Lighting is fixed to the units to allow nighttime operations, and a stand-alone floodlight system can also be provided to enhance overall site visibility.