Michell Instruments Transportable Condumax II hydrocarbon and water dewpoint analyser

Michell Instruments has developed a transportable version of its hydrocarbon dewpoint analyser, enabling engineers to provide a fast response for investigations into the quality of natural gas wherever it is needed.

The Transportable Condumax II measures hydrocarbon and water dewpoint in the same way and to the same accuracy as the online version. The analyser is fitted into a robust transport case with a rudimentary sampling system suitable for performing supervised measurement sequences.

The product can be employed anywhere in the natural gas supply chain, from processing plants through to pipeline transmission. It can be loaded into and out of a pick-up truck by two engineers, who will be able to operate and analyse the results on-site. This ease of use reduces the reaction time of test measurements as well as the cost.

A typical application would be investigations into the performance of hydrocarbon reduction processing by natural gas producers. The analyser can be brought into operation quickly at any point in the process to help resolve issues.

Gas pipeline transmission operators usually have online hydrocarbon dewpoint analysers installed at the entry and delivery points of their pipeline network; the product allows for quality checks at any point within the pipeline.

Electricity generating companies that operate gas turbines need to be sure of the superheat margin between the dewpoint and delivery temperature of the fuel gas to avoid damage caused by liquid condensate in the gas, as well as avoiding environmental levies on emissions. The device enables checks of the hydrocarbon and water dewpoint of the natural gas entering the fuel gas system.

The unit is certified for use in hazardous areas around the world, including ATEX, IECEx, CSA and GOST, with specific local certification available.