Pressure Regulation

There are numerous options available with varying degrees of complexity including:

  • Self-acting
  • Pressure controller actuated
  • Single-stage reduction
  • Multi-stage reduction
  • Active/monitor systems
  • Duty and manual standby
  • Duty and automatic standby
  • Duty and parallel low flow
  • Various associated safety slam shut systems

The choice of system will depend on a number of factors including:

  • Upstream pressure
  • Extent of pressure reduction required
  • Noise level specifications
  • Turndown requirements
  • Sensitivity of downstream equipment to pressure variations
  • Degree of redundancy required for uninterrupted operation
  • Environmental considerations
  • Attended or unattended operation
  • Overall safety philosophy with regards to shutdown and relief valves
Products - Pressure Regulation

Gas is normally required at a regulated pressure that may be significantly lower than the feed gas pressure.

OGS has supplied a wide variety of pressure regulating systems, both stand alone and integrated into existing plant.