Natural Gas Dehydration System (Using Glycol)

Natural gas dehydration systems are commonly used in midstream applications as well as upstream applications where gas is compressed or produced at high pressures. In this video, ARC Energy partners with Oilfield Basics to explain not only how the system works, but also to show all of the major components.

0:00 Intro & Where Dehydration is Needed
1:37 Why & How to Dehydrate Natural Gas
3:09 Filter/Coalescer
4:27 Contactor Tower
6:50 Recirculation of Glycol
7:28 Flash Separator & Charcoal Absorber
8:32 Reboiler
9:09 BTEX Unit
9:57 Surge Tank
10:32 Glycol Circulation Rate Considerations
11:02 System Accessories (Heat Exchangers, Pumps, Fuel System, etc.)
12:37 Conclusion