Twister - Hydrate Separator
The Twister Hydrate Separator isolates hydrates and liquids from natural gas without using chemicals. Hydrates are melted using heating coil and cyclonic separation through a compact and low weight design with high separating efficiency.
The Hydrate Separator can be used in combination with the innovative Twister Supersonic Gas Conditioning technology to condense and separate water and heavy hydrocarbons from natural gas.
- Chemical free gas processing
- High separating efficiency
- Elimination of chemical logistics, storage, regeneration and environmental recovery systems
- Simple and reliable
- No rotating parts
- Suitable for unmanned operations
Efficiency
Requiring little pressure drop, the compact mono cyclone design at the top section of the Hydrate Separator ensures high separation efficiency over a large flow range.
Simplicity
Based on a patented Low Temperature Separator (LTS) design with heating coils using low value heat, the Hydrate Separator operates in the Hydrate region without the use of hydrate inhibiting chemicals, while meeting product specifications. The cyclone type design requires a minimum of internals, minimising maintenance and maximizing availability.
Reliability
Based on an improved design that combines conventional Low Temperature Extraction (LTX) technology and cyclonic separation, virtually no maintenance is required during years of operation. Produced liquid is heated above the hydrate formation temperature, enabling safe processing in downstream liquid handling systems.
Safety
The Hydrate Separator enables chemical free dehydration, removing the risk of aromatics emissions associated with chemical systems regeneration.
Profitability
The Hydrate Separator in conjunction with the Twister Supersonic Separator eliminates the need for chemicals and associated resources and logistics. The compact design requires less plot space, allowing for smaller, more cost-effective offshore structures.