Oil & Gas
Project overview
McMenon supplied engineered multi-stage restriction orifice solutions for a major offshore oil field expansion project in Qatar. The development is designed to significantly increase production capacity, helping boost oil output by approximately 100,000 barrels per day while supporting the long-term operation of one of the region's largest offshore assets.
Product family
Orifice Plates
01 / The challenge
The Challenge
The project required reliable pressure reduction within liquid process systems while protecting equipment from the damaging effects of cavitation.
Large pressure drops across conventional flow restrictions can create areas of low pressure where vapour bubbles form. As these bubbles collapse further downstream, they can cause cavitation, leading to erosion, excessive vibration, noise and premature equipment failure.
The challenge was to provide a pressure reduction solution that could safely manage these demanding operating conditions while maintaining reliable long-term performance.
02 / McMenon's solution
McMenon's Solution
McMenon supplied multi-stage restriction orifice assemblies specifically engineered to control pressure reduction in stages rather than through a single restriction.
Each restriction orifice plate was individually sized to ensure the cavitation index remained within the plate's incipient cavitation limit. By distributing the pressure drop across multiple stages, the design minimises the formation of vapour bubbles and significantly reduces the risk of cavitation damage.
This engineered approach delivers stable process performance while helping protect downstream equipment from wear and extending operational life.
Project highlights
At a glance
- Multi-stage restriction orifice technology
- Engineered to minimise cavitation
- Controlled pressure reduction across multiple stages
- Designed for demanding liquid service applications
- Reduced risk of equipment erosion and vibration
- Improved long-term system reliability
03 / Project result
Delivering Engineered Pressure Control Solutions
McMenon's expertise in differential pressure flow technology enables the design of bespoke restriction orifice solutions for challenging process applications. By carefully engineering each stage of the pressure reduction process, McMenon helps customers improve operational reliability, reduce maintenance requirements and protect critical assets in demanding oil and gas environments.
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