Tom Fuggle, Dresser-Rand, UK
This paper will review the various influences in the development of an FLNG project on determining the ultimate compression solution. The initial influence of the potential gas field(s) and environment on the compression trains will be considered together with managing fluctuations of production. The configuration of the compression trains, both motor and gas turbine drives, will be discussed and how this is matched to the optimum “size” of vessel.
Areas of consideration include the compressor map, ambient performance effects, potential power ranges, selection of optimum power, power enhancement, waste heat recovery and remote condition monitoring.
The paper includes benefits of matching the compression equipment to the process; optimisation of the equipment to improve efficiency, flexibility and availability to maximise LNG production and fiscal revenues; and considerations of CAPEX and OPEX costs.
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