Michell Instruments Transportable Condumax II analyser

The Condumax II hydrocarbon and water dewpoint analyser, from Michell Instruments, is now available in a transportable version. The key function of this version will be to enable engineers to provide a fast response for investigations into the quality of natural gas, wherever it is needed.

The Transportable Condumax II analyser measures hydrocarbon and water dewpoint (key indicators of the quality of natural gas) in the same way and to the same accuracy as the online version. The analyser is fitted into a robust transport case with rudimentary sampling system suitable for performing supervised measurement sequences.

The analyser could be employed anywhere in the natural gas supply chain, from processing plants through to pipeline transmission, and by large users such as electricity generation companies. A typical application for the Transportable Condumax II would be investigations into the performance of hydrocarbon reduction processing by natural gas producers. The analyser can be brought into operation quickly at any point in the process to help resolve issues.

Electricity-generating companies that operate gas turbines need to be sure of the superheat margin between the dewpoint and delivery temperature of the fuel gas to avoid damage caused by liquid condensate in the gas, as well as avoiding environmental levies on emissions. The analyser enables checks of the hydrocarbon and water dewpoint of the natural gas entering the fuel gas system. The Transportable Condumax II is certified for use in hazardous areas around the world, including ATEX, IECEx, CSA and GOST, with specific local certification available.