HITEC Welding Brisbane specialises in the fabrication and installation of skid mounted process equipment servicing the mining, refinery/petrochemical and coal seam gas industries.
HITEC Welding provides a turnkey solution for modular skid fabrication with detailed design and engineering of all components, including piping, vessels, structural, pumps, shutdown valves, electrical and instrumentation.
HITEC Welding Brisbane has a proven track record with manufacturing process skids to meet the highest quality standards for mining, oil and gas projects.
Our facility was purpose designed for the most efficient throughput whilst maintaining the highest quality standards all the way from client concepts through to installation and commissioning on site.
Our turn-key process skid solutions are managed by HITEC Welding’s quality management system certified to ISO 9001:2015.
All Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Integrated Factory Acceptance Testing (IFAT) is completed in accordance with the associated project specifications and respective standards.
All associated quality assurance documentation is compiled in HITEC Welding’s manufacturers data report.
What are oil and gas modular skids?
A modular process skid is a prefabricated system contained within a structural steel frame that allows for the easy transportation and installation of key components. They typically house equipment such as electrical wiring, flanges, flow meters, heat exchangers, instrumentation, insulation, piping systems, pumps, pressure vessels and tanks, tubing, and control valves. Individual skids can contain complete process systems and multiple process skids can be combined to create larger systems.
Modular process skids offer several advantages over field construction, including reduced cost, shorter installation times, and greater flexibility. Once the equipment has been assembled it can be permanently mounted on the skid with all process controls. The skid can then be easily transported to the site location where the process can be quickly started. Skids are also an efficient way to integrate new or replacement equipment into an existing process.
Skid-mounted systems are used extensively in the oil and gas industry to support, move and position pipelines, valves, pumps and other equipment. Skids can also be used as a platform for performing maintenance or repairs on these components. Because they play such a vital role in oil and gas operations, it is important that skids be designed and built to meet the specific needs of each application.
Types of Oil and Gas Skids
A fuel gas skid is a self-contained unit that packages all the necessary components to produce fuel gas from various feedstocks, such as natural gas. They work by removing contaminants and liquids from the natural gas stream and pressure regulating it to prepare for use as fuel in other on-site equipment.
Fuel gas is a valuable resource for many industrial operations, such as mining, petrochemical processing, and coal seam gas extraction. Fuel skids provide a reliable and efficient means to store and distribute the usable gas as well as regulate the pressure and flow. They also reduce the need for on-site assembly and the skid design can be customised for each specific application.
Separator skids are used to separate liquids from solids or gas from liquids and remove impurities. This helps to ensure that the quality of the final product is as good as possible. Separator skids can also help to improve the efficiency of downstream processes by removing unwanted material before it enters a system.
The configuration of a separator skid can vary to suit the needs of each application, but it generally consists of one or more vessels that use pressure or gravity to separate the desired component. Skid-mounted separators are a great option for plants that require frequent start-ups and shutdowns.
A gathering skid is a piece of production equipment used to collect raw material, such as natural gas, from wellheads so it can be transported to processing facilities for further refining. Gathering skids consist of a series of piping, tanks, valves, and fittings that allow the gas to be collected and transported safely. Their proper design and construction is critical to maintain production levels in the energy industry.
Gathering skids are typically mounted on a truck or trailer so they can be placed near the production wells and moved to different locations as needed. They come in a variety of sizes and configurations, depending on the needs of the particular project. Gathering skids are often used in conjunction with other production equipment, such as separators, tanks, and dehydration units.
Inlet and outlet skids play an important role in the function of a process plant. They provide a means of connecting piping between process modules and the main piping systems. The inlet skid assembles and regulates the flow of material into the process, protecting equipment from surges and ensuring a consistent product stream, while outlet skids control the outflow of fluids from an industrial process.
Both inlet and outlet skids include components such as valves, regulators, and filters that allow for the controlled flow of material between units. They are usually installed in locations where it is not feasible or economical to install permanent piping. Skids provide an efficient way to connect equipment and pipes, which can help improve the flow of material and save time and money during installation and maintenance.
A metering skid is a collection of equipment used to measure and control the flow of liquids or gases. They typically consist of pumps, meters, and controllers. Metering skids can be either manual or automatic and come in a variety of different sizes and configurations depending on the specific application.
Metering skids are an essential piece of equipment for any industrial operation that relies on the processing or handling of fluids or gases. They provide a means of accurately measuring the quantities of material passing through them which helps to optimise processes and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
A pump skid is a framework that houses equipment such as a pump or compressor along with all the piping, valves, gauges and electrical controls required to operate it. Skid-mounted pumps are often used in remote or hazardous locations where it would be difficult to transport equipment. They offer several advantages over traditional pump installations, including improved safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Pump skids are turnkey modular systems for hooking up to a process pipeline or tank. They are typically used for applications such as water pumping, process metering, fire suppression or chemical dispensing in the oil and gas industry. Pump skids are designed for easy installation and maintenance and can be custom-made to meet the specific requirements of each field application.
Chemical injection skids are designed to introduce chemicals into a fluid stream. The skid houses all of the pumps, valves and controls necessary to meter and inject the chemicals at the desired point. These skids help control the production process by optimising fluid properties such as viscosity, density and acidity. Without a chemical injection skid, it would be difficult to achieve reliable production levels.
Chemical injection skids can be customised to meet specific process requirements and are available in both standard and hazardous area versions. They are used in the mining, petrochemical and coal seam gas industries to add chemicals such as flocculants, corrosion inhibitors and biocides to the process stream. This helps to improve the overall processing quality and protects equipment from damage.