High efficiency slug containing vapor recovery
US8864887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC10L3/00
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A slug-containing vapor recovery system wherein pressure and/or fluid level sensors are provided which monitor for conditions caused by the entry of a slug of hydrocarbon liquid, including that caused by a plunger-lift system. The system can be configured to accommodate virtually any anticipated slug-events.
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