Gas and water treating equipment are technologies designed to remove impurities and contaminants from natural gas and water, respectively. Types of impurities can include solids, liquids, and gases that are harmful to equipment and can reduce the quality and safety of the end product.
As we’ll see below, not only are there numerous technologies you can consider, but there are legal reasons why you might need to depending on where you live.
Growing concern globally
In many countries, the regulation of gas and water treatment is typically overseen by government agencies or bodies that are responsible for ensuring that natural resources are managed in a safe and sustainable manner. These agencies may develop and enforce regulations that establish standards for the quality and safety of natural gas and water, as well as for the equipment and processes used to treat them.
For example, in the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for regulating the quality of natural gas and water. The EPA has established regulations such as the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, which set standards for air and water quality and establish requirements for the treatment of natural resources. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is another agency in the US that regulates worker safety and health, including regulations for gas and water treatment equipment and processes.
Similarly, in the European Union, the European Commission is responsible for developing and enforcing regulations related to gas and water treatment, such as the Water Framework Directive and the Industrial Emissions Directive. These directives establish standards for the quality and safety of natural resources, as well as requirements for the treatment of natural gas and water.
Overall, the laws and regulations related to gas and water treatment may vary depending on the country and region, but their purpose is generally to ensure the safe and sustainable management of natural resources and to protect human health and the environment.
Gas and water treatment search volume
Interest in gas and water treatment topics is growing steadily globally. The Google trends graphic below shows an increase in interest over time.
Oil & gas companies need help
A wide range of businesses require gas and water treatment solutions to ensure the safety and quality of their operations and the oil & gas sectors are at the top of the list.
Some examples of industries that require gas and water treatment solutions include:
Oil and gas production: Gas and water treatment solutions are used in the production of oil and gas to remove impurities from the gas stream and to treat wastewater generated during production.
Petrochemical processing: Gas and water treatment solutions are used in the production of petrochemicals to remove impurities from feedstocks and to treat wastewater generated during production.
Gas and water treatment options
Gas treating equipment includes technologies such as gas sweetening units, which remove sour gas components such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide to improve the quality of natural gas. Other gas treating equipment includes dehydration units, which remove water vapor from the gas stream to prevent corrosion, and amine treating units, which use a chemical process to absorb impurities from the gas.
Water treating equipment includes technologies such as filters, which remove suspended solids from water, and clarifiers, which separate solids from water by gravity settling. Other water treating equipment includes ion exchange units, which remove dissolved ions such as calcium and magnesium to prevent scaling and corrosion, and reverse osmosis units, which use a membrane process to remove dissolved solids and contaminants from water.
Final thoughts
Gas and water treatment solutions are critical for ensuring the safety and quality of natural resources used in a wide range of industries including oil and gas production and petrochemical processing. These solutions remove impurities and contaminants from natural gas and water, which can cause equipment damage, reduce the quality of the end product, and pose a risk to human health and the environment if left untreated.
If you’d like to learn more about gas and water treatment options from OilPro and our partner Sivalls, please contact us directly at 403 215 3373 or by email at [email protected] and we can speak in detail regarding your specific situation.