SX-LP/HP
The Vortex low-pressure surface (SX-LP) tool is used to provide the overall benefits of the stable, spiraling Vortex flow in surface flowlines and pipelines. These benefits include lowering surface line pressures, reducing compression costs, reducing/eliminating the need for pigging/drip systems, improving the effectiveness of chemical treatments, and preventing liquid load-up, gas pockets and freezing in winter. A high-pressure version of this tool (SX-HP) is also available to provide the same benefits to higher-pressure lines. The SX-HP tools are manufactured based on the field pressure ratings of each application and can be supplied in ANSI 150#, 300#, 600# and higher. Additionally, SX-LP/HP tools reduce the resistance against plunger lift, thereby allowing for more slugs in the cycle. These SX-LP/HP tools can be used in conjunction with the Vortex plunger lift (DX-PL) tools or other types of plunger lift. A technical paper on the value of these SX tools is available here. Note: This paper was published before the two-part paraffin (SX-P) tool was made. A World Oil article summarizing these findings is available here. If you’re ready to submit a surface input form, you can do so here. The Vortex team will run your numbers on its proprietary surface calculator and will respond to you (typically within 48 hours) with a prediction on the expected benefits by adding the Vortex tools to your line. Accurate data is necessary for an accurate prediction of application success.
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