Electric Submersible Pumps
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INTRODUCTION
Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs) are used in most of global oil production operations, So in this course you will get a complete package of topics that cover all aspects in relation to ESP; fundamental knowledge, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, operation monitoring, control and maintenance. it will provide you with the skills to understand the principals of Electric Submersible Pumps (ESPs), how they are Selected, Installed, Operated and Maintained in both Onshore and Offshore Oil Production Installation, along with opportunities to discuss with the presenter specific issues which may result in appropriate solutions.Mainstream ESP System Configurations, Alternative ESP System Configurations, Installing ESPs in Difficult and Harsh Environments, How ESPs and their associated Drives are Selected, Installing, Operating and Monitoring ESP Systems and Maintaining and Troubleshooting ESP Systems
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COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course you will be able to:
- List the advantages and limitations of various ESP drive systems
- Be aware of the innovations in ESP pump technology
- Carry out ESP performance calculations
- Learn about the different types of ESP systems and its specific applications
- Maintain and troubleshoot ESP systems
- Selection of proper ESPs for specific purposes.
- Outline the power supply requirements of ESP installations
- Understand the components and equipment used with ESP
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COURSE AUDIENCE
This course is made for
- Electrical Engineers
- Design and Maintenance Professionals
- Petroleum, Chemical and Mechanical Engineers
- Maintenance Engineers and Personnel
- Field Operators and Technicians
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COURSE OUTLINE
Day One
Fundamentals of Electric Submersible Pumps
- Introduction to ESPs and ESP Systems
- A Brief History of ESPs
- Design Requirements for Typical Mainstream ESPs
- ESP Pump Designs
- ESP Motor Designs
- Cabling Requirements
- Motor Control
- Miscellaneous Accessories
- Alternative ESP Configurations
- Inverted/Bottom Intake
- Dual and Triple ESPs in same well
- Boosters for ESPs
Day Two
Application of ESPs in Difficult or Harsh Environments
- On-Shore and Off-Shore
- Multiphase Fluids
- Abrasive Contaminants
- High Temperature and Corrosive Substances
- Viscous Fluids, Emulsions, Scaling/Asphaltenes
- Off-Shore
- Modular Requirements
- Platform Cable Connections
- FPSO Disconnectable Turret Swivel and Mooring System
- Subsea Cabling and Electrical Connections
- Subsea Located Equipment
Day Three
ESP System Selection, Performance Calculations and Equipment Sizing
- Establishing Basic Requirements
- Determining Well Production Capacity
- Determining Fluid Composition and Volume, Including Volume of Free Gas
- Calculation of Total Dynamic Head
- Determination of Optimum Pump and Motor Type and Size
- Determination of Downhole Cable Configuration and Sizing
- Identifying Optimum Drive Systems, Power Supplies and Accessories
- Variable Speed Drive Requirements
- Design Examples
Day Four
ESP Monitoring, Control and Protection, Installation
- Downhole Monitoring and Sensors
- Embedded Fibre Optic Cable for Downhole Monitoring and Sensors
- Earthed (Grounded) and Unearthed (Ungrounded) ESP motors
- Earthing and Lightning Propagation in ESP Circuits
- Electrical Protection Equipment for ESPs
- SCADA/EMS (ESP Management System) for Local and Remote Installations
- Safety and Shut-Down Systems
Day Five
Commissioning, Operation and Maintenance
- Commissioning Requirements and Procedures
- Pre-Production Optimisation
- Regular Operation and Monitoring
- Maintenance Management, Monitoring and Detecting Abnormal Conditions
- Troubleshooting Guidelines
- Case Studies and Examples of ESP Problems and Failures
- Servicing Equipment
- Well Workover Rigs
- Cable Reels, Reel Supports, and Cable Guides
- Shipping Cases
- Transport and Cranage for Long Shipping Cases
- Factory Repair and Reconditioning
- Summary and Discussion
