The oil and gas industry operates in some of the harshest, most safety-critical environments in the world. Pumps are used across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations for transferring crude oil, refined products, chemicals, water, and slurries. These systems must withstand high pressures, extreme temperatures, abrasive materials, and flammable substances—often under continuous, remote, or hazardous duty. Performance, safety, and compliance are essential at every stage of the process.
Key Applications
1. Crude Oil Transfer and Handling
From offshore platforms to onshore fields, pumps move unprocessed crude oil through pipelines or to storage. API 610 centrifugal pumps and progressive cavity pumps are commonly used for their ability to handle high flow rates, solids, and viscosity variations.
2. Chemical Injection and Additive Dosing
Precise injection of corrosion inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other additives is vital to maintaining pipeline integrity and refining efficiency. Metering pumps deliver exact volumes under high pressure, often in remote or hazardous areas.
3. Produced Water and Slurry Management
Oil production generates large volumes of water mixed with sand, oil, and chemicals. Pumps must handle this abrasive, corrosive mixture reliably. Diaphragm, peristaltic, and slurry pumps are used for separation, reinjection, or disposal.
4. Refining and Process Circulation
In downstream refining operations, pumps move hydrocarbons, acids, and solvents between reactors, columns, and heat exchangers. Magnetic drive and seal-less designs reduce leak risk when handling flammable or toxic materials.
