Comparison of gas dehydration methods based on energy consumption

• Published in: Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management Vol. 20; no. 2; pp. 253 - 258
• Main Authors: Kinigoma, B.S., Ani, G.O.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Port Harcourt Dr. Michael Horsfall Jnr, University of Port Harcourt, Department of Pure and Industrial Chemistry 01.06.2016; Joint Coordination Centre of the World Bank assisted National Agricultural Research Programme (NARP)
• Subjects: Absorption; Adsorption; Capital costs; Condensation; Cooling; Dehydration; Desiccant; Design specifications; Energy consumption; Energy management; Gases; Heat exchangers; Hydrocarbons; Methods; Natural gas; Natural gas liquids; Triethylene Glycol (TEG)

This study compares three conventional methods of natural gas (Associated Natural Gas) dehydration to carry out the dehydration process and suitability of use on the basis of energy requirement. These methods are Triethylene Glycol (TEG) absorption, solid desiccant adsorption and condensation. Analy...