Technical paper
Optimization of the Habshan II Amine Sweetening Unit
Since Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Ltd. (GASCO) is one of the largest gas processing companies in the world with a capacity of over 5.5 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day, optimization of its facilities is of great interest. As a part of this effort, GASCO has partnered with the Petroleum Institute and Bryan Research and Engineering, LLC to optimize its amine sweetening units. The first step in the optimization is to compare the latest electrolytic ProMax process simulation model to extensive operating data from the Habshan II facility to ensure good representation. The model is then used to optimize the Habshan II facility by analyzing the impact of the operating parameters such as circulation rate, amine concentration, temperatures, and reboiler duty on the plant performance. Finally, the outcome of the model is used to show the financial benefits to the plant.
Since Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Ltd. (GASCO) is one of the largest gas processing companies in the world with a capacity of over 5.5 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day, optimization of its facilities is of great interest. As a part of this effort, GASCO has partnered with the Petroleum Institute and Bryan Research and Engineering, LLC to optimize its amine sweetening units. The first step in the optimization is to compare the latest electrolytic ProMax process simulation model to extensive operating data from the Habshan II facility to ensure good representation. The model is then used to optimize the Habshan II facility by analyzing the impact of the operating parameters such as circulation rate, amine concentration, temperatures, and reboiler duty on the plant performance. Finally, the outcome of the model is used to show the financial benefits to the plant.