Maximizing Efficiency: Production Chemistry and Emulsion Handling Training Course

Introduction

In the intricate world of oil and gas production, the chemical characteristics of produced fluids and their interactions with equipment, environment, and each other play a pivotal role in operational efficiency and profitability. Production chemistry addresses critical issues such as corrosion, scale formation, asphaltene and paraffin deposition, and crucially, the formation and handling of oil-water emulsions. Effectively managing these chemical challenges is paramount for maintaining flow assurance, preventing equipment damage, and ensuring the quality of produced hydrocarbons.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of production chemistry and emulsion handling. From exploring the fundamental principles of fluid behavior and common chemical challenges to mastering diagnostic techniques, chemical treatment applications, and separation technologies, you will gain the expertise to mitigate chemical-related production issues. This empowers you to optimize chemical injection programs, enhance separation efficiency, reduce operating costs, and strategically contribute to the safe and sustainable production of oil and gas.

Target Audience

  • Production Chemists and Laboratory Technicians.
  • Production Engineers and Production Technologists.
  • Operations Managers and Field Supervisors.
  • Facilities Engineers and Process Engineers.
  • Corrosion Engineers and Specialists.
  • Flow Assurance Engineers.
  • Technical Staff from Chemical Service Companies.
  • Academics and Students in Petroleum Engineering/Chemistry.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of produced fluid chemistry.
  • Grasp the mechanisms of common production chemistry challenges (corrosion, scale, waxes, asphaltenes).
  • Analyze the causes and characteristics of oil-water emulsions.
  • Comprehend various methods for emulsion breaking and separation.
  • Evaluate different chemical treatment programs for flow assurance and asset integrity.
  • Develop practical skills in diagnosing production chemistry problems and selecting appropriate solutions.
  • Navigate the complexities of chemical management and environmental considerations.
  • Formulate robust strategies for optimizing production chemistry programs and enhancing operational efficiency.

Course Content

  1. Introduction to Production Chemistry
  • Overview of produced fluids: oil, gas, water components.
  • Importance of production chemistry in oil and gas operations.
  • Common production chemistry challenges: corrosion, scale, asphaltenes, paraffins, emulsions.
  • Impact of production chemistry on flow assurance, well integrity, and processing.
  • Role of the production chemist in the oilfield.
  1. Produced Water Chemistry
  • Composition of formation water and injected water.
  • Water analysis techniques: ion composition, pH, conductivity.
  • Water compatibility issues: mixing different water types.
  • Understanding water quality for re-injection or disposal.
  • Environmental regulations for produced water.
  1. Corrosion Mechanisms and Management
  • Types of corrosion in oil and gas production: CO2, H2S, oxygen, galvanic, microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC).
  • Factors influencing corrosion rates: temperature, pressure, fluid composition.
  • Corrosion monitoring techniques: coupons, probes, intelligent pigs.
  • Corrosion prevention strategies: material selection, coatings, chemical inhibitors.
  • Design of corrosion inhibition programs.
  1. Scale Deposition and Management
  • Principles of scale formation: mineral precipitation (e.g., calcium carbonate, barium sulfate).
  • Factors influencing scale formation: pressure, temperature, water chemistry changes.
  • Scale prediction models and software.
  • Scale prevention strategies: scale inhibitors (squeeze treatment, continuous injection).
  • Scale removal methods: acidizing, mechanical cleaning, chemical dissolution.
  1. Wax (Paraffin) Deposition and Management
  • Principles of wax formation: cooling of crude oil, wax appearance temperature (WAT).
  • Wax deposition mechanisms and models.
  • Wax prevention strategies: insulation, heating, pour point depressants (PPDs).
  • Wax remediation methods: pigging, hot oil/solvent circulation, chemical dissolution.
  • Analyzing crude oil for wax content and characteristics.
  1. Asphaltene Precipitation and Management
  • Principles of asphaltene precipitation: pressure drop, mixing of incompatible fluids, changes in composition.
  • Asphaltene phase behavior and characterization.
  • Asphaltene prevention strategies: pressure management, chemical inhibitors (dispersants, solvents).
  • Asphaltene remediation methods: solvent treatment, mechanical removal.
  • Challenges of asphaltene management in unconventional crudes.
  1. Emulsion Fundamentals and Characteristics
  • Definition of emulsion: immiscible liquids dispersed as droplets.
  • Types of emulsions: oil-in-water (O/W), water-in-oil (W/O), multiple emulsions.
  • Emulsion stability factors: interfacial tension, emulsifiers (natural, synthetic), solids.
  • Analyzing emulsion characteristics: basic sediment & water (BS&W), viscosity, droplet size.
  • Impact of emulsions on production efficiency and product quality.
  1. Emulsion Treatment and Separation
  • Chemical demulsifiers: types, mechanisms, selection criteria.
  • Demulsifier injection methods and optimization.
  • Physical separation methods: gravity separation (separators, settling tanks), electrostatic treaters.
  • Thermal treatment for emulsions: heat exchangers.
  • Mechanical methods: coalescers, filters.
  1. Chemical Management and Environmental Aspects
  • Chemical selection and procurement.
  • Chemical injection systems: design, operation, monitoring.
  • Chemical inventory management and safety data sheets (SDS).
  • Environmental impact of production chemicals.
  • Regulations for chemical use and discharge.
  1. Integrated Production Chemistry Management and Future Trends
  • Developing a comprehensive production chemistry management plan.
  • Integration with flow assurance and well integrity strategies.
  • Real-time monitoring and automation in production chemistry.
  • Data analytics and machine learning for chemical optimization.
  • Production chemistry challenges in unconventional resources and new energy systems.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

Maximizing Efficiency: Production Chemistry And Emulsion Handling Training Course in Sierra Leone
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