When it comes to transferring ownership of valuable raw and refined assets like petroleum and crude oil, it is crucial to ensure highly precise and reliable flow measurements that meet the stringent requirements set by regional authorities.

Flow measurement plays a vital role in various industries, including oil, power, chemical, food, water, and waste treatment. In a typical processing plant, even a small flow measurement inaccuracy of less than one percent can lead to significant revenue loss amounting to millions of dollars annually. These industries rely on accurate, precise, and consistent determination of fluid quantities, whether it is gas, liquid, or steam, that pass through checkpoints during their daily operations or processing.

Course Objectives:

At the end of this Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer training course, the participants will:

Have a sound understanding of relevant fluid and gas Laws that are needed for the use of flow measurement devices
Understand the main requirements of custody transfer systems
Understand aspects of inventory control related to flow measurements
Understand flow and level measuring devices
Understand the basic fluid and gas laws that are essential for flow and level measurements
Appreciate the main requirements of flow measurements including accuracy and repeatability
Be knowledgeable about up-to-date flow measurement meters including Differential Pressure (DP) measurement, turbine meters, positive displacement meters, Coriolis flow measurement, Magnetic and ultrasonic flow measurement
Gain the ability to determine if a metering system is adequate for the purpose, select appropriate custody transfer metering systems and identify potential problems
Learn about the principles and applications of Multiple meters / meter runs, Flow computers, Quality systems, Calibration, Meter Runs, Proving and Supporting Automation

Who Should Attend?

Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer training course , is ideal for :

Technicians involved in design or operation of custody transfer systems
Practicing instrumentation/ process Engineers
Measurement Superintendents
Inventory and purchasing control Personnel
Managers in the industry

Course Outlines:

Custody Transfer & Flow Measurement - Introduction and Essential Concepts

Introduction to custody transfer and Best Practice
Flow measuring devices - introduction, types, selection, Velocity and Density Measurements
Allocation for distributing revenue and expenses
Fiscal for payment to regulatory authorities
Fluid and Gas Laws - Governing equations
Measurement terminology - Accuracy, Precision, Repeatability, Reliability

General Characteristics and Performance of Flow Meters

System Characteristics and Flow Range
Performance, Accuracy, Stability and Repeatability, Sensitivity, Noise, Linearity, Reliability
Flow Modification and Meter Runs
Applications and Usage, Sizing
Temperature and Pressure Measurements

Types and Applications of Flow Meters

Differential Pressure (DP) Flow Meters, Orifice, Venturi, Nozzles, Pitot Tubes
Positive Displacement (PD) Flow Meters, Rotor, Oscillating Piston, Oval Gear
Turbine Flow Meters, Conventional and Helical
Problems with Erosion, Corrosion, Cavitation and Obstructions
Uses and Applications, Installation Requirements and Standards

Types and Applications of Flow Meters (continued)

Ultrasonic Flow Meters
Magnetic Flow Meters
Coriolis Flow Meters
Uses and Applications, Installation Requirements and Standards
Straight Run Requirement

Flow Measurement Systems and Custody Transfer Considerations

Custody Transfer Requirements
Meter Factor
Proving Systems: Direct, Indirect, Master Meter, Volume, Displacement
Custody Transfer Skids
Flow Computers and Communication
Temperature and Pressure Measurements

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