Flow Assurance : Managing Flow Dynamics and
Production Chemistry

Flow assurance is the application of multiple disciplines to ensure economic rates of flow from the hydrocarbon reservoir to a production facility over the life of a field and in any environment. A variety of problems can be encountered to the detriment of the piping system and associated equipment.

As an example, multiphase mixtures of oil, natural gas, water and deposits are normally piped between the reservoir and the surface. In addition, the flow regime may change at different sections of the pipeline. All these issues can lead to a multitude of pipeline failures including corrosion, erosion and blockage, etc.

This 5-day intensive Flow Assurance training course provides participants with fundamental knowledge about variety of disciplines that are required to safely and economically transport the process throughout different sections of the piping system. This is particularly beneficial for any company hoping to avoid the high maintenance and failure costs associated with process transport.

This training course will feature:

• Process flow regimes, influence and mitigation
• Structural integrity of piping systems
• Environmental concerns and control
• Pipeline corrosion principles, control and protection
• Influence of substance formation, hydrates, waxes, etc.
• Pipeline inspection, maintenance and cleaning

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Have a sound understanding of relevant flow regimes that affect the integrity of piping systems and methods of control
• Recognise the cause and influence of the formation of substances that may damage the piping system or disrupt the process flow
• Recognise various aggressive environmental factors affecting pipeline systems
• Understand the basic principles of pipeline corrosion and methods of protection
• Understand the application of relevant pipeline maintenance and cleaning techniques
• Have knowledge of process metering methods

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Maintenance and inspection engineers
• Construction engineers
• Risk assessment personnel and health & safety officers
• Facilities engineers and operators
• Managers and supervisors
• Project planners and procurement personnel
• Plant contractors

This PetroKnowledge training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion of applications as well as hands-on exposure to real life examples.

Participants will be provided with comprehensive hard and electronic course notes and copies of all presentation material. Relevant computer simulations and videos will be utilised to help with the understanding of the various topics.