Background
A major oil & gas training facility in the South Pacific was seeking to upgrade its instrumentation systems to support hands-on technical education for future petroleum engineers. The facility required advanced flow measurement devices to ensure reliable and accurate simulation of real-world process conditions in a safe learning environment.
Challenges
The client needed flow meters that could:
Operate reliably in tropical climates with high humidity and temperature fluctuations.
Measure both mineral oil and water-based fluids across a wide range of flow rates.
Meet strict safety certifications for use in hazardous training environments.
Fit within limited installation space in existing training skids and pipelines.
Be delivered quickly to a remote location while keeping shipping and customs processes smooth.
Solution
We supplied two key instruments tailored to the client’s requirements:
✅ Electromagnetic Flow Meter (DN50)
Accuracy: 0.5%
Features: Local LCD display, 4–20mA + HART protocol, explosion-proof rating Exd ibq IIB T6 Gb.
Connection: ASME Class 150 flanges, customized to fit their skid design.
✅ S-Type Coriolis Mass Flow Meter (DN50)
Accuracy: ±0.2% of reading
Process Temperature: -50°C to +125°C
Compact S-Type Design: Custom flange-to-flange length of 510mm for tight installation spaces.
Certifications: ATEX & IECEx for hazardous zones.
We worked closely with the client’s procurement agent in Australia to finalize the specifications and ensure the equipment could be shipped directly to their South Pacific facility, avoiding delays and additional handling costs.
Results
🎯 Precision & Reliability: The flow meters provided stable, repeatable measurements, enabling the facility to deliver highly accurate process training.
🌱 Space-Saving Design: The compact S-Type Coriolis meter resolved the installation space challenge without compromising performance.
🌏 Seamless Logistics: Direct shipment to the training center minimized transit time and customs complexity.
🤝 Partnership Building: This project laid the foundation for ongoing cooperation, with potential future orders for larger-diameter flow meters.
Key Takeaways
This case highlights how customized instrumentation solutions and close collaboration can help overcome technical and logistical challenges in remote oil & gas projects.