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Slug Catcher
Slug Catcher is a key vessel used in oil and gas transmission pipelines to separate and temporarily store intermittent large liquid slugs, ensuring stable operation of downstream equipment.
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It typically incorporates cyclone separation, vane demisting, and wire-mesh demisting elements, etc.
In a typical processing train the sequence is: Feed → Separation → Outlet.
Capacity, design conditions and scope of supply are confirmed per project against current drawings.
Questions
What is a slug catcher used for?
Slug Catcher is a key vessel used in oil and gas transmission pipelines to separate and temporarily store intermittent large liquid slugs, ensuring stable operation of downstream equipment.
Which pressure vessel codes can be supplied?
Vessels are designed to the code specified for the project, for example ASME Section VIII Division 1 or GB 150. The applicable code and inspection requirements are confirmed per project.
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