Haynesville Shale
Louisiana
PROJECT SUMMARY: Turn-key power solution keeps Oilsands Running
Aggreko Solution A remote oilsands construction site required a complete temporary utility solution for critical project demands
Engineered temporary closed-loop chiller system managed seasonal temperature limitations
Pipeline flow increased by 50%, while discharge temperatures reduced by 10%
Engineered temporary closed-loop chiller system managed seasonal temperature limitations
Pipeline flow increased by 50%, while discharge temperatures reduced by 10%
The Situation
Midstream gas plants are seeing increasing needs for reliable power. Delay or breakdown in any of the numerous industrial factors adds uncertainty and cost.
In the Haynesville Shale, a midstream gas processing plant was faced with a lack of utility infrastructure to run its operations. The local utility was already stressed, and a major capital improvement project would be needed to reinforce the grid for plant operation. With additional utility power some 18-24 months away, the customer needed to begin producing as soon as possible.
The Aggreko Solution
Aggreko delivered an emissions-compliant, cost-effective, temporary natural gas solution. The approach enabled the customer to use gas they were already extracting as fuel.
Enabling a drop in emissions and lower fuel costs, Aggreko and the customer commissioned a 1.3 MW natural gas unit to provide primary power utilizing natural gas resources on site. Aggreko delivered a turn key solution, installing the custom-designed package without interrupting power or experiencing technical issues from the natural gas switch. Contacted three months prior to the customer completing the plant, Aggreko was up and running before on-site testing began.
Aggreko delivered a turn-key solution, installing the custom-designed package without interrupting power or experiencing technical issues from the natural gas switch.
Why was Aggreko chosen?
Aggreko can work with midstream plants, helping to deliver temporary or semi-permanent utility – building off-site generation, overhead distribution to the plant, and customized power solutions.
Leveraging its local service team and technical expertise, Aggreko deployed the right equipment and consistent service. The client was able to remain fully online using site gas as fuel while not having to incur utility infrastructure costs.
Monthly cost savings of approximately $50,000 resulted from the natural gas units. Emissions were significantly reduced by over 85%.
