Increasing operating efficiency of continuous flow pumps for pumping petroleum products

PJSC Tatneft has been implementing a program for production optimization and reducing its own costs. Cutting down the costs incurred in operation of above ground oil field equipment is one of the key priorities within the framework of the above mentioned program. This article discusses the upgrading of pump unit shaft seals for the pumping of produced liquid.
Results
The positive effect produced as a result of using such upgraded seals is as follows:
• Longer period between repairs in the service of the pumps.
• No need to make continuous visual inspection of the face seal operation, simpler operation of the face seals.
• Simple design, easy maintenance (no qualified personnel is required for maintenance)
• Reduced equipment downtime and reduced repair costs.
• Cost optimization has been achieved in operation of the equipment. According to preliminary estimates, annual economic savings achieved by one petroleum products pumping facility (Booster Pump Station/Group Metering Pump Station) amounts to RUR 991.5 thous. a year.
Сonclusions
Implementation of a set of measuress aimed at putting in place the above engineering solutions generally makes production processes involving operation of pump equipment more efficient, ensures that favorable and safe working conditions for the operating personnel are created, makes sure that the enterprise's costs are reduced due to lowering shortfalls in oil production and preventing oil field equipment failures.