Amine Gas Sweetening and Sulphur Recovery
A significant fraction of the natural gas produced today contains acid gases– primarily hydrogen sulfide (H2S) and carbon dioxide (CO2) in sufficiently high concentrations as to be considered sub quality. These contaminants must be removed for the gas to be safely and economically utilized. This course is designed for delegates as a single source of information on:
– The identity and characteristics of the waste streams produced by the major gas sweetening and sulfur recovery processes.
– The possible effects of process chemistry and the nature of the gas being treated On waste characteristics.
– Currently available options for waste stream disposition.
– The effects of environmental regulations, both current and foreseeable, on waste stream disposition.
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of Amine sweetening and Sulphur Recovery technologies.
- Grasp an explanation of the key features of gas treating.
- Discuss the thermodynamics of gas processing.
- Identify the main process steps.
- Evaluate, monitor, and troubleshoot gas treating operations.
This training course is specifically designed to be of substantial benefit to personnel within the Oil and Gas Industries such as:
- Technologists.
- Mechanical Engineers.
- Inspection Engineers.
- Maintenance or Project Engineers.
- Operations Personnel.
This interactive training course includes the following training methodologies as a percentage of total tuition hours:
- Lectures
- Workshops, work presentations,
- Group Work in case study & Practical Exercises.
- Videos and general discussions
- Pre Test and Post Test
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Amine Gas Sweetening
- Overview of gas sweetening processes and their importance
- Types of amines used in gas sweetening: MEA, DEA, MDEA, etc.
- Basic principles of amine gas sweetening
- Chemical reactions and absorption processes
Module 2: Components of Amine Gas Sweetening Systems
- Key components: contactors, absorbers, regenerators, heat exchangers, reboilers, pumps
- Process flow diagrams and equipment layout
- Material and energy balances in amine systems
Module 3: Operation of Amine Gas Sweetening Systems
- Operating procedures and control strategies
- Amine solution preparation and handling
- Monitoring and controlling amine concentrations
- Temperature and pressure control in the absorber and regenerator
Module 4: Introduction to Sulfur Recovery Processes
- Overview of sulfur recovery and its significance
- Basic principles of the Claus process and Tail Gas Treating (TGT)
- Chemical reactions and thermodynamics of sulfur recovery
Module 5: Components of Sulfur Recovery Units (SRU)
- Key components: reactors, condensers, reheaters, sulfur pits, incinerators
- Process flow diagrams and equipment layout
- Material and energy balances in sulfur recovery units
Module 6: Operation of Sulfur Recovery Units
- Operating procedures and control strategies
- Monitoring and controlling temperatures, pressures, and flows
- Handling of sulfur and tail gases
- Maintenance of sulfur recovery units
Module 7: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Common issues in amine gas sweetening and sulfur recovery systems
- Diagnostic tools and techniques
- Root cause analysis (RCA) for identifying underlying issues
- Preventive and corrective maintenance strategies
Module 8: Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Safety protocols and procedures for gas sweetening and sulfur recovery
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Environmental regulations and compliance requirements
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety practices
Module 9: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Case studies of amine gas sweetening and sulfur recovery operations
- Best practices for optimizing processes and ensuring reliability
- Lessons learned from real-world incidents and their resolutions