Flow Loop Testing

Our engineering team continues to drive excellence through their commitment to the development of new products and by consistently applying their knowledge and innovative thinking. We employ modern technology such as electronic design media, software for 3-D modelling and simulation for precision in design.

Oilmec is also committed to upholding global standards and we test products under

special conditions to ensure that they reach or exceed industry specifications

Flow Loop Testing Facility

Oilmec is a leader in the manufacture of primary cementing equipment and the use of state-of-the-art technology ensures innovative testing leading to better results for our customers.

Our in-house testing cell includes the Flow Loop Testing Facility. Our Flow Loop Testing Facility plays a key role in estimating how to float equipment performs under various conditions in the field.

This type of testing ensures existing, modified, and newly developed products strictly comply with API IIIC Specifications and above API IIIC requirements which are 10,000 PSI.

Some Facts About Oilmec Flow Loop Testing

The Flow Loop Testing Facility is designed to meet the specifications of API RP 10F.

• The main part of the Flow Loop Testing Facility is the Flow Loop Tank which has a storage capacity of

125 bbl. attached with pumps for mud circulation and back pressure application.

• The Flow Loop Tank is fitted with two agitators to ensure that fluid remains well mixed. These agitators also prevent the sagging of the weighting material in the drilling mud.

• A centrifugal pump is used for the pumping of drilling mud.

• A burner with an accurately controlled temperature is installed to ensure temperatures that meet test requirements.

• Two flow meters are installed at different locations to ensure continuous measurement of the flow rate. The pump’s speed is adjusted to maintain the flow rate as per test requirements.

• Two pressure transducers are installed at three different locations (inlet, outlet, and in the high-pressure line). These continuously measure the pressure rate.

• Set up is in full compliance with the requirements of API RP 10F “Recommended Practice for

Performance Testing of Cementing Float Equipment. ” Testing is performed on up to two

specimens concurrently.

• The setup is fully equipped with a SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) facility that

makes it possible to run the entire test from the computer reducing the operator’s impact on test results. This system is set to record readings every 20 seconds. Real-time readings of all the flow transducers and pressure transducers are displayed on the screen when the test is being conducted.

Reports of readings are produced automatically and can be printed immediately. The temperature is maintained by the burner and digital values that are directly available on the main control panel’s screen. This computerized methodology enhances the repeatability and accuracy of results obtained, and also improvement in speed at which tests are conducted are achieved.