Kemaman Supply Base (KSB) PETRONAS Carigali Gas Compressor Overhaul Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the PETRONAS Carigali warehouse for a two-day site visit focused on gas compressor overhauls for the upstream sector. During the visit, I followed the turbomachinery team and gained valuable insights into the entire gas compressor installation process, from initial setup to final assembly. Addressing a Low-Pressure Compressor Challenge The visit also provided a chance to gain into a specific technical issue. A Low-Pressure Compressor (LPC) was experiencing excessive vibration exceeding acceptable limits. Investigation revealed compressor fouling. Root Cause: Liquid Carryover in the Gas Stream Further analysis pointed to liquid carryover, the presence of liquid droplets or mist in the gas stream, as the root cause of the corrosion and major fouling. Liquid carryover can lead to a range of problems, including: Erosion and corrosion of compressor components Unsymmetrical loading and excessive vibration Surge (flow reversal) Degradation of compressor lubricant #oilandgas #upstream #compressors #maintenance
Salam Bro, how liquid carry over in the gas stream could affect degradation of compressor lubricant (i understand as lube oil) ? what kind of shaft seal is this compressor using?
Good sharing ! Excessive vibration may cause equipment failure and it will cost more.
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Sounds like a great experience! Out of curiosity, how did the team conclude that liquid carryover was the culprit?
Thanks for sharing the info.
Congrats! Sir
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8moYou may consider Innoveam who can quantify the liquid carryover with their CFD simulation services. They have done many of these studies throughout the years. The experts are Zamir Rashid and Abdul Rashid Serakawi.