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PLCs, power supplies, variable frequency drives (VFDs), transformers, and other components release heat inside a control panel. If the enclosure cannot release enough of that heat, the internal temperature rises and components may trip, age faster, or fail. The calculation…
Choosing a PLC power supply is not simply a matter of picking a 24VDC unit and hoping it has enough capacity. The power supply has to support the PLC CPU, communication cards, digital and analog I/O modules, and in many…
Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) is the amount of pressure available at a pump’s suction above the liquid’s vapor pressure. It indicates whether sufficient pressure exists to prevent cavitation. To avoid cavitation, the NPSH Available (NPSHA) in the system must…
In compressor systems, seal issues are often traced back to mechanical causes. In many cases, the problem starts with seal gas. Seal gas quality has a direct impact on dry gas seal life. If the gas is not clean, not…
Selecting the right packaged skid fabricator is a decision that directly impacts your project schedule, system reliability, and longterm operating costs. Below are the factors to consider before you choose a packaged skid fabricator. 1. Make Sure They Can Actually…
Over time, mechanical wear, pressure and temperature variation, buildup and electronic drift can cause meters to deviate from their original accuracy. A structured flow calibration program ensures measurement integrity and protects overall system performance. What is a Flow Meter? A…
High temperature process heating gets more complicated as pressure goes up. At some point, steam becomes more of a mechanical problem than a heating solution. Hot oil heating systems are used in those cases because they deliver high temperatures while…
Chemical metering refers to the controlled and repeatable injection of specific chemicals into a process stream at a defined rate. In oil and gas and other industrial processes, injection rates that are too low or too high can affect corrosion…
A notable by-product of many industrial and manufacturing processes is heat. While thermal energy may be beneficial to some production processes, it may also cause significant damage to sensitive machinery and control systems if improperly regulated. Most industrial systems have…
Ammonia plays a central role in many industrial processes, like fertilizer production, emissions control, or refrigeration. It is useful, but it also requires precision. Storing it the wrong way can create problems quickly, so facilities depend on systems built to…
Sand is a nuisance. It chews through valves, erodes pipe walls, clogs separators, and just generally makes a mess of things. But sand is a part of life, especially when producing from unconsolidated formations or frac wells. That’s where a…
As with all other industrial and manufacturing industries, companies in the upstream O&G industry are always seeking to improve their production capacities, improve overall process efficiency and minimize machinery downtime. Chemical Injection Packages are being employed by companies in oil…
Natural gas must travel long distances from the oil & gas production fields to industry users and end customers. While the invention and application of pipeline transportation have made the delivery of natural gas quicker, safer and more cost-effective, several…
A Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel is a large, ship-shaped unit used in offshore oil and gas production. It extracts, processes, stores, and transfers oil and gas directly at sea, without the need for fixed platforms or onshore…
Industries are under pressure to cut emissions. Regulations keep getting tougher. Customers and investors want greener operations. It’s not simple, but it’s necessary. This blog talks about how companies are getting it done. The Truth About Industrial Emissions Industrial emissions…
Chemical dosing systems help move chemicals into a process-automatically, accurately, and on schedule. They’re used everywhere from water treatment to industrial manufacturing. The ultimate goal is to keep things consistent and safe. Now, let’s explore the main pieces: pumps, tanks,…
Getting the flow rate right helps your pump meet demand, keeps your system running smoothly, and can extend equipment life. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to calculate flow rate, what affects it, and what to keep in mind…
The process of starting up industrial equipment for the very first time can be incredibly challenging. More frustrating is the possibility that some vital components may fail and affect your overall project completion schedule. Additionally, the failure of proper training…
When handling ammonia in industrial applications, picking the right forwarding package can make a huge difference in keeping things efficient, safe, and reliable. These systems are specially designed to move ammonia from storage tanks to where it’s needed, like refrigeration…
What is a vapor recovery unit? A VRU captures and recovers vapors released during industrial processes, especially in oil and gas. By recovering these vapors, VRUs help industries meet environmental regulations, reduce emissions, and capture valuable hydrocarbons that would otherwise…
In the oil and gas industry, the accurate measurement and transfer of hydrocarbons is a critical process. One of the most reliable and efficient systems used for this purpose is the Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) unit. These units play…
One of the most efficient and cost-effective solutions for increasing ROI in liquid and gas processing systems is the use of modular process skids. Modular skids offer many advantages over traditional systems, from faster installation times to improved operational efficiency.…
LACT units are versatile systems that can be tailored to meet the unique needs of your operation. With customizable options, you can ensure that your LACT unit performs precisely as required for your specific applications Below, we’ve listed 12 of…
In downstream oil and gas operations, the separation of various crude fractions is crucial for purification and commercialization. This process involves removing multiple liquids and gases from the hydrocarbon mix in separation units, including gas-oil, fuel-gas, and water-gas separation. A…
What are LACT units, and why are they important? For starters, they help to minimize errors and disputes when it comes to measuring and allocating oil and gas — a key piece of infrastructure that keeps the industry running smoothly.…
Custody transfer in the oil and gas industry is a critical process that involves the exchange of ownership and responsibility for a specified quantity and quality of crude oil, refined products, or natural gas between two parties. This transfer occurs…
Wet and dry oil pumping systems are used to optimize lubrication efficiency in industrial applications. Additionally, the concept of wet/dry oil pump packages represents an innovative approach to combining the benefits of both systems into a single, integrated solution. The…
Lube oil blending is a complex process that involves combining base oils and additives to create lubricants with specific properties and performance characteristics. This process is very important for producing high-quality lubricants that meet the demanding requirements of various industries…
Natural gas flow meters measure the amount of gas flowing through a pipeline. The working principle involves detecting the gas flow and converting this information into readable data, often via electronic signals. The meters use various technologies to achieve this,…
The term “Balance of Plant” (BOP) refers to all the supporting systems and infrastructure required for a power plant to function efficiently. While the main focus is often on turbines and generators, the effective operation of a power plant relies…
Electric process heaters are engineered to elevate your operations, providing reliable and controlled heating solutions. They come in different types, each designed for specific uses, and considering the right one for your application is a must. What is an Electric…
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues our world faces today, and carbon capture and direct air capture are two of the many ways we can tackle it. But what exactly are these technologies? Direct Air Capture vs.…
Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) comprise a unique subset of hydrocarbons that differ in behavior and processing from traditional natural gas. In this article, experts at IFS and DXP will give a comprehensive overview of NGL pipeline pumping systems and explain…
Industrial sump pump systems are often used for the safe and efficient management of fluids, especially in industrial settings where spill containment, environmental protection, and safety are important concerns. Discover how sump pump systems can be tailored to the specific…
Fuel gas is a critical driver for diverse industrial and commercial processes; however, it can damage the machinery that requires it to function if not properly purified. Fuel gas conditioning is an effective strategy for ensuring that the gas delivered…
Conventional industrial manufacturing processes generate waste gases and fluids that can disrupt ecosystems with long-term impacts on climate, including global warming. Carbon elimination techniques present an effective solution to industrial emissions. This article will highlight the key differences between key…
Carbon sequestration is an essential strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the effects of climate change. There are various carbon sequestration methods, each with its own distinct characteristics and benefits. This article will look at the multiple types…
Environmental pollution from fossil fuel use is a major negative consequence of industrialization. NOx gas release is one of the significant outcomes of burning fossil fuels with significantly negative environmental impacts. In this article, the experts at IFS will discuss…
Carbon dioxide released from both natural biochemical processes and human activities is a heat-retaining gas with implications for global warming. Various carbon sequestration technologies are being implemented globally to reduce the levels of heat-trapping carbon emissions. In this article, we…
Rising carbon emissions in the United States have led to the enactment of several legislations aimed at amending incentivizes for deploying CCUS technologies. One such legislation is the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which stipulates an up to $200/metric ton credit…
Carbon capture and sequestration is a widely discussed topic globally due to the growing need to minimize global warming and greenhouse gas emissions. This article overviews the technology and highlights some tips and considerations for carbon capture projects. The Science…
Limiting carbon-based emissions released into the atmosphere is a major way of improving the natural environment and reversing some of the harmful effects of climate change. A great way to facilitate this environment-friendly change is using CCUS technology. A key…
Global energy usage is increasingly favoring the use of renewable energy. This trend is a result of the drive for cleaner energy usage to sustain our natural environment. Bioenergy with carbon capture and storage is an exciting new technology that…
As many are well aware, there is rising advocacy against the effects of fossil fuel-based industrial and residential applications, such as global warming and climate change. Consequently, world leaders and policy-makers are increasingly mandating the incorporation of carbon capture technologies…
What is enhanced oil recovery, and how are EOR methods utilized in the oil and gas industry? This article will discuss the various oil and gas recovery methods, focusing mainly on tertiary or enhanced oil recovery (EOR) operations. Types of…
Understanding that the energy industry plays a crucial role in reducing the environmental impact of its operations is more critical today than it has ever been. Therefore, industry leaders must strive to align their business models with environmental responsibility best…
In today’s faced-paced world of commerce and industry, emissions generated from natural gas recovery and processing can leave a significant carbon footprint on the natural environment. However, there is an effective way to circumvent the issues of natural gas emissions—carbon,…
Industrial manufacturing is a constantly evolving area where optimizing your process systems can be the difference between an enhanced overall output and unwanted production setbacks. Modular process systems have revolutionized manufacturing processes for various industries, offering several advantages for the…
Like any other industrial process, oil and gas production is associated with generating significant amounts of heat. Unregulated industrial processes can result in detrimental temperature spikes affecting machinery, transport channels, and even the product itself. To maintain optimal thermal conditions…
In several process industries, the production of finished items involves transforming raw materials by subjecting them to thermal and mechanical stresses. In many instances, the processes require engineered skid-mounted process systems to efficiently achieve desired results. Consequently, plant operators must…
During initial exploration, natural gas formation pressures are sufficient to sustain maximal output. However, these pressures will eventually dwindle, resulting in diminished productivity. In these cases, enhanced oil recovery techniques such as carbon dioxide pumping become the most efficient method…
Gaseous nitrogen is one of the most highly sought-after chemical molecules in many industrial manufacturing processes. Due to its inert nature, nitrogen gas can be optimized for use in food processing, beverage and brewery industries, and oil and gas recovery,…
Biogas is a renewable energy source suitable for powering combustion engines, hence cutting down the need for coal, crude oil, and natural gas. Operators harvest it from liquid and solid waste streams, which are increasingly composed of siloxanes found in…
Currently, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies have been making waves—probably because they are in line with meeting global greenhouse gas reduction goals. Perhaps we should consider giving more attention to capturing CO2 around stationary pollution sources, like coal…
With the drive for a safer, greener planet being embraced by more countries of the world, the industry for renewable energy will continue to grow. Biogas represents one of the fastest-growing sources of renewable energy for domestic, commercial, and industrial…
With an ever-increasing emphasis on clean, renewable energy globally, energy producers are harnessing hydrogen as a source of power. While hydrogen has been shown to have diverse applications across the entire power generation spectrum, it must first be processed into…
It’s easy to get confused talking about clean, renewable, and green energy. The terms are often used interchangeably, but they don’t always have the same meaning. While there is a lot of overlap, subtle differences can have an effect on…
As the world attempts to slow the negative effects of climate change, there has been a conscious shift towards renewable sources of energy for powering our daily lives. With alternative energy sources like biofuel being explored, it is crucial we…
Over the past few decades, players in the renewable energy sector have continued to invest in biomass fuel production. This industry has seen significant growth with the major sources of biomass-derived energy (ethanol and biodiesel) helping to augment transport fuel…
In recent years, there has been a slow but steady shift towards the integration of renewable energy in powering homes, businesses, and industries. Among the top sources of renewable energy is biogas, a fuel fast gaining prominence as a leading…
Traditional sources of energy have been burdening the natural environment for decades and the world has been making a gradual shift towards more sustainable means of powering our domestic and industrial activities. Types of renewable energy are environmentally-friendly and can…
With increased awareness of the effects of fossil fuel use, environmental litigation has begun to focus more and more on renewable energy. Renewable energy provides an alternative to petroleum-based fuels and has a smaller carbon footprint. In the US, the…
A recent trend in the energy industry is an increased focus on recyclable sources of energy. Among the sources of renewable energy being touted as the future of clean power is renewable natural gas (RNG). While the power generated from…
From its discovery to date, the large-scale production of electricity has significantly revolutionized how we live, work, and play. Production of significant quantities of electrical power is impossible without the invention of power plants. Despite their vital role in electrical…
On March 11, 2020, an oil price war was waged on behalf of Saudi Arabia due to the refusal of Russia to reduce oil production. The push for reduced consumption stemmed from the global effect that COVID-19 was having on…
To ensure a satisfactory rate of production in the oil and gas industry, operators must always use the right array of equipment. The use of appropriate equipment is particularly critical as oil and gas manufacture generates a lot of contaminants…
One of the most serious issues facing the oil and gas manufacturing industry is the formation of black powder. This corrosive substance is responsible for significant damage to process components including pipeline networks. The damage caused by this substance has…
Offshore sub-sea oil & gas wells are highly productive in the modern Oil and Gas industry. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, offshore oil & gas production has accounted for about 30% of global crude oil production over the…
In 2019, IFS was contracted by Crestwood Midstream to design and fabricate a Produced Water Booster Pump Package. The pumping equipment would be housed in a weatherproof pump enclosure suitable for extreme North Dakota winter conditions. The building needed to…
Gas conditioning is a critical part of several industrial applications and energy processes. Read on to learn more about the following: gas conditioning the difference between gas processing and conditioning the components of gas conditioning systems the different technologies used…
Click on Image to Download IFS Company Profile Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) is a global industrial process engineering company that designs and manufactures skid-mounted engineered-to-order & configure-to-order, liquid-and-gas process solutions for the Oil & Gas, Refinery,…
Hydrocarbon liquid flow through pipelines needs constant monitoring to ensure it is being transported under the right conditions. Flow meters that help ensure the proper measurement of pipeline liquids may become faulty with prolonged use and give misleading results used…
Fluid/gas separation is an essential aspect of midstream oil and gas applications, utilized in a wide range of devices and equipment. A well stream flowing from a reservoir contains water molecules that must be removed from the well stream before…
Natural gas operators utilize several devices to purify well streams in offshore and onshore facilities before carrying out oil and gas measurement and sale. Dehydrating natural gas helps to prevent several problems that occur in storage and transportation such as…
Oil pipelines are steel or polyethylene tubes through which large quantities of crude and refined petroleum derivatives can be channeled. Why do we need pipelines rather than alternative forms of transporting oil and gas derivatives? This article will highlight the…
Despite a very gradual shift to renewables such as solar, wind, and nuclear geothermal, crude oil and petroleum products persist as the world’s most valuable energy source. This source of energy is utilized in everything from transport to industry, heating,…
Hydraulic fracturing is one of the most effective techniques for recovering unconventional oil and gas resources. The plunge in oil prices between 2014 and 2016 was partly an aftereffect of extensive hydraulic fracturing production in U.S. shale plays which ramped…
Both the mechanical and hydraulic performance of a centrifugal pump will be affected when handling a solid liquid mixture. Solids in suspension in the liquid cannot absorb, store, or transmit pressure energy, as can a liquid. Pressure exerted by a…
Oil and gas metering or measurement is the phase along the hydrocarbon supply value chain where exploration and production (E&P) efforts turn into profits for operators, investors, and other relevant stakeholders. Hydrocarbon metering is carried out using specialized and high-precision…
A centrifugal pump is a type of industrial pump that transfers fluids via rotational energy provided by one or multiple driven rotors known as impellers. Centrifugal pumps are used extensively in the power generation, oil and gas, and petrochemical industries…
Industrial pumps are essential devices required in every phase of oil and gas operations. Basically, they help transfer process fluids from one point to another. For example, a pump can be used to transfer crude oil from a storage tank…
In-line blending is a viable alternative to the conventional in-tank blending technique, offering significant cost benefits to bunker operators. This article will discuss this blending technique, its applications, and benefits. What Is in-line Blending? In-line blending, or continuous blending is…
Oilfield operators looking to thrive in this competitive industry must continuously seek ways to optimize their processes in an environmentally-conscious and economic manner. This article will introduce some effective techniques for improving solvent recovery at your facility. What Is Solvent…
Steam distillation (also known as steam stripping) is an old technique for fluid separation, originally invented during the 9th century. Today, the process has been optimized for use in lab-scale and industrial applications for recovering useful compounds from chemical solutions,…
PumpWorks, a DXP Company, just launched an updated version of their Predict-Plus pump monitoring system. As leading modular process skid manufacturers for Midstream O&G, IFS uses PumpWorks Pumps on our Midstream packaged products. We’re excited to offer the Gen 2…
Pilot plants offer a host of benefits to the oil & gas and power generation industries including market development, product refinement, and scalability in line with the project sponsor’s objectives. This article will explain what a pilot plant is, justifications…
Over the life cycle of a well, there are three stages of hydrocarbon production; primary hydrocarbon recovery, secondary hydrocarbon recovery, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). EOR becomes essential when there is a decline in the reservoir pressure and primary and…
Instrumentation and control refer to the analysis, measurement, and control of industrial process variables using process control instruments and software tools such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level sensors, analyzers, electrical and mechanical actuators, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI), Piping and Instrumentation…
A major Midstream company approved the construction of a new crude oil pipeline, spanning from the West Texas Permian Basin to the Gulf Coast. The pipeline will create reliable access to crude oil in the region, bringing more growth to…
Recently Shelter Works was called upon to build a two room shelter to protect a Well Head Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) in an arctic enclosure for a midstream company in Wyoming. We asked Integrated Flow Solutions’ Project Manager Dave…
The Balance of Plant (BoP) is a power engineering term which refers to the various supporting and auxiliary components of a power plant system required to produce energy. BoP systems provide the support needed to keep the plant running stably…
The entire oil and gas energy value chain can be classified into upstream, midstream, and downstream oil and gas operations. Let’s take a quick look at these three oil and gas industry segments. The first phase (upstream operations) comprises all…
In the face of stringent global legislation from organizations like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and equivalent regulatory bodies in the European Union aimed at minimizing harmful industrial emissions, utility companies are faced with the challenge of employing the…
Vast amounts of natural gas produced from the hydrocarbon extraction process are stored in large sub-surface units known as Underground Gas Storages (UGS). There are three main types of UGSs: Aquifers Depleted oil and gas fields Salt cavern reservoirs Natural…
IFS received ISO 9001:2015 certification in November of 2018. ISO 9001:2015 is the latest ISO 9001 certification available and is used to demonstrate IFS’s achievement and continued commitment to conduct business in a thoroughly professional and consistent manner. ISO 9001…
Pressure regulators and pressure relief or control valves are important instruments in the oil and gas industry used for the same purpose – automated fluid control. However, the two instruments differ fundamentally in operation and design. It is important for…
Following the U.S. shale boom which saw the country become a major producer of oil and gas, production of Natural Gas Liquids from the gas component also proliferated. The prices of these products correlate closely with the crude oil price…
Within the oil and gas industry, there are a number of different options for metering flowrate. Over the years, Coriolis flow meters have become increasingly popular for liquid and gas measurement among oil and gas skid manufacturers and users. Although…
For as long as there has been commercial oil and gas extraction, the industry has faced the challenge of accurate measurement. From allocating production to each well’s stakeholders to monitoring the oil and gas delivered, everyone involved in the oil…
Natural Gas Scrubber Skid If you regularly handle natural gas streams in your industry, there are times when you need to carefully and efficiently remove potentially harmful particulates and liquids. A gas scrubber can be used to filter particulates and…
Failing to remove minerals from water can destroy certain O&G processes & equipment that are critical to maintaining production uptime. Demineralized water is required for a wide range of applications in the oil and gas industry, and providing a source…
IFS MAKES SIGNIFICANT OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR PRODUCTION, STORAGE, & MEASUREMENT TEAM IN 2018 IFS has made several facility & personnel improvements over the last (6) months at IFS’s Tyler, Texas plant to better serve the Production Storage & Measurement market…
In response to market needs for a cost effective Ammonia Flow Control System for natural gas fired combustion turbines and boilers, IFS has announced the “AFCU 2020 Series”. The AFCU 2020 Standard Ammonia Flow Control Units are designed to control…
IFS recently completed the design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of a packaged, skid mounted, fuel gas conditioning system to be installed at a Cogeneration Project located in Texas. Gas supplied to the IFS Fuel Gas Conditioning system will be pipeline…
IFS recently announced a new program to stock 2” and 3” Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) Units for immediate shipment from the IFS Tyler, Texas location. Five (5) 2 inch and five (5) 3 inch stock LACT skids are currently…
IFS is pleased to announce that Larry Dalrymple is joining IFS to lead the Aftermarket Team in Tyler, Texas effective immediately. Larry is a skilled professional with experience in Sales, Management, Project Management, Product Management and Customer Service. Larry leads…
IFS recently exhibited a 3” LACT unit and Pumpworks Progressive Cavity Pump at the INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF HYDROCARBON MEASUREMENT show from May 15-17, 2018 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Nick Miller, IFS PSM Application Engineer and William Shepherd, IFS PSM Project…
IFS recently commissioned the first of (6) 3” LACT Units rated for (60) Barrels per hour @ 145 psig measuring .82 Specific Gravity crude oil in South Texas. The 3” LACTs utilize an Emerson Micro Motion Coriolis flow meter to…
IFS’s India & SE Asia Sales Manager, Hemanth Chandra met with Varicon Pumps & Systems PVT. LTD and Peritum International during the 2018 Offshore Technical Conference in Houston, Texas on May 5, 2018. Varicon Pumps & Systems PVT. LTD specialize…
Every year, the Offshore Technical Conference (OTC) is hosted by the city of Houston. The OTC was founded in 1969 and is the largest oil & gas industry event in the world featuring more than 2,300 exhibitors, and attendees representing…
IFS recently completed the fabrication of the Fuel Gas Separator, part of the complete Fuel Gas Treatment Train contracted by AECOM Energy & Construction, Inc. for the Alliant Riverside Energy Center Expansion Project in Beloit Wisconsin. Jon Alexander, one of…
IFS was founded in 1979. After almost 40 years of business activity, IFS is preparing for new growth, a fresh look at where we’ve been, and examine where we’re headed. IFS’s Management recently met to discuss our growth plans and…
IFS is pleased to announce that Steven P. Ramsey is joining IFS to lead the Operations Team in Tyler, Texas effective immediately. Steven is a skilled Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager with over 25 years of metal manufacturing experience. Steven is…
IFS recently completed the design, fabrication, wet testing and shipment of a Modular Crude Oil Pumping Station for Mandaree North Dakota. The Modular Crude Oil Pump Station included: Welded I-Beam structure Insulated/heated building Integral sump (2) 100% Crude Oil Pumps/electric…
IFS recently supplied a metering skid to Tallgrass Energy in Wright, Wyoming. The metering package is 11’ wide by 36’ long by 12′ high with an insulated, pre-manufactured enclosure for operation in cold climates. An explosion proof ROC control system acts…
Welcome to PumpWorks Castings in Lufkin, Texas USA. PumpWorks Castings and Integrated Flow Solutions are owned by DXP Enterprises There is an awareness in our industry that a quality industrial pump must start with quality castings. That’s why, in 2015, PumpWorks…
IFS recently provided (6) Well Head Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) units in Artic enclosures to Production Storage Measurement USA, a midstream company in Wyoming. In the PSM USA contract, IFS provided: (2) 4K BPD LACT units (2) 6K BPD LACT…
The Sakhalin Island is home to one of the largest oil and gas projects in Russia. The operator of this consortium, Exxon Neftegas Limited, produces oil and gas off the northeast coast of the Sakhalin Island in the Russian Far East. The…
IFS recently completed start up and commissioning for the following packages installed in the Cove Point LNG Liquefaction Plant located in Lusby, Maryland: Ethane Compressor Package Ethane Heater Package Ethane Unloading Package Chemical Injection Package Hot Oil Package These packages…
IFS provides McDermott International (MDR) with the design, materials, fabrication, testing, and inspection of the Instrument & Utility Air Package for the British Petroleum (BP) Angelin Development Project. The project involves the development of a six-slot wellhead platform which is…
Harry Agbo with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation and Lukman Wahab with Mobil Producing Nigeria visited IFS’s Tyler, Texas facility on October 9, 2017. Both Harry and Lukman live and work in Lagos Nigeria. It was a long trip to…
IFS provides McDermott International with the design, materials, fabrication, testing, and inspection of the Fuel Gas Conditioning Package for the Angelin Development Project. The project involves the development of a six-slot wellhead platform which is Normally Unmanned Installation (NUI) in…
Pumpworks, IFS’s sister company introduces a complete line of API 610 BB5 barrel pumps. Contact Mark Weidmann (markweidmann@pumpworks.com) for more information. API 610 10th Edition states that unless otherwise specified, pumps with radially split casings are required for any of…
https://vimeo.com/230360711/dedb9c97ff Integrated Flow Solutions was contracted by Savage Services of Midvale, Utah to engineer, supply, and test a Prepackaged Horizontal Pumping System and Automatic Custody Transfer (ACT) Unit for crude oil injection to the Dakota Access Pipeline (DSPL). IFS conducted…
In 2010, Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) obtained ISO 9001:2008 certification, which ensures that our products are designed, documented and implemented according to internationally mandated ISO 9001:2008 standards. As a condition of maintaining ISO certification, companies are required to undergo annual…
Integrated Flow Solutions LLC (IFS), which specializes in the design and manufacture of Modular Engineered-to Order Liquid & Gas Process Systems, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly revamped website. The newly redesigned website is fully translated into…
Project Overview Integrated Flow Solutions was contracted by Targa Midstream to design and fabricate (1) Ethane Metering Package and (1) Propane Metering Package. The Metering Packages are custody transfer metering skids from a products manufacturer to one of the Targa…
Project Overview Integrated Flow Solutions was contracted by Savage Services to design, supply, and test a Prepackaged Pumping Station and Automatic Custody Transfer (ACT) for crude oil injection to the Dakota Access Pipeline (DSPL). Project Specs Provide a Low NPSHR…
The Offshore Technical Conference (OTC) is an annual oil & gas conference hosted by the city of Houston. Founded in 1969, the OTC is now the largest oil & gas industry event in the world, featuring more than 2,300 exhibitors,…
When Upstream Oil & Gas companies drill for hydrocarbons, water is typically present in the reservoir and produced along with the oil & gas stream. The produced water can contain contaminants like salt and can be considered corrosive and toxic. …
The IFS Operations Group is implementing Kaizen 5S workplace organization to ensure they are operating in the most efficient manner. What is Kaizen 5S? Kaizen 5S methodology originated in Japan and was first implemented by the Toyota Motor Corporation. It…
Once again, IFS was featured in Business in Focus magazine. Successfully bringing together the country’s top businesses and potential clients, Business in Focus is delivered to over 363,100 subscribers every month. IFS is featured on pages 218-221 of the February…
In 2011, IFS’s longtime partner, Craymond Nigeria Limited (CNL) and Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) announced a new joint venture, IFS West Africa Limited (IFSWAL) to provide local content for Oil & Gas projects in Nigeria. IFSWAL is located in Port…
Three years after expanding sales operations to the Middle East by opening an office in Dubai, IFS is thriving in the region! Some of our recent accomplishments include: Hiring Lyubomir Stetsiv, Sales and Business Development Manager for the MENA and…
Purpose of Membrane Elements and Aqueous Alkanolamine Solutions (Amines) Raw natural gas contains non-homogeneous, solid and liquid contaminants, for example, water, mud and organic debris. While the removal of non-gaseous contaminants is necessary step in the raw natural gas conditioning…
Integrated Flow Solutions was acquired by DXP Enterprises on January 2, 2014. This partnership now provides IFS with a much broader range of midstream oil and gas products and services as follows: Pumpworks API 610 and ANSI B73.1 centrifugal pumps…
Photo courtesy of Zabara Alexander The use of advanced membrane technologies in the separation of natural gas mixtures is an exciting and rapidly developing area of scientific interest. Its application in various industrial processes has recently undergone a number of…
IFS provides process packages for many industries worldwide including new state of the art LNG liquefaction plants. Watch the video below to learn more about the Ethane Chiller Skid supplied by Integrated Flow Solutions for the Dominion Cove Point LNG…
Integrated Flow Solutions is proud to introduce Lyubomir Stetsiv, our new Sales and Business Development Manager for the MENA and CIS regions, who joined the company on August 15th of this year. Lyubomir Stetsiv An enthusiastic professional with nine years…
In the industrial process plant market, a top priority is to have services that offer the best quality and that are the most cost effective and productive. It is also imperative to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option…
Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) is pleased to announce that Juan Patino has been promoted to the position of Sales Director. As Sales Director, Juan will be responsible for the domestic and International sales: both direct sales and sales originating from…
IFS is a leading global supplier of new or replacement “Engineered-to-Order,” plug-and-play process equipment that is skid-mounted to fit into Simple & Combined Cycle Power Plants. As process skid manufacturers, our clients include commercial and residential power generation plants and…
To view IFS’s Global Industrial Process Engineering Capabilities, Click On Image Above IFS is an industrial process engineering company specializing in modular, engineered-to-order, liquid and gas process packages and systems. Our plug-and-play process units are shipped skid-mounted and ready to…
IFS supplied a 10 MMBTU/HR high pressure (10,000 psig) production gas indirect fired line heater required by Petroamazonas Ecuador for the Amistad Offshore Platform As an industrial process engineering company specializing in modular, engineered-to-order modular process skids for the Oil &…
Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) specializes in modular, engineered-to-order skid-mounted packages, shipped ready to plug into customer process systems at sites anywhere in the world, including LNG liquefaction and regasification process plants and terminals. We also offer on-site installation assistance, training,…
IFS is a global process engineering company that designs and manufactures “Engineered-to-Order,” liquid and gas process modules for the Oil & Gas, Power, and Air Quality industries. Our units are designed to work reliably for years in some of the…
IFS’s Combined Instrument Air & Nitrogen Generation Packages supply clean, dry instrument air to users on oil and gas platforms and clean humidified nitrogen to the compressor seals for start-up. IFS modular process skids are always designed and engineered-to-order to…
In the bidding stage of this fuel gas conditioning package intended for a client in Kuwait, IFS’s process simulation software identified process issues and opportunities for optimization. Project Overview Integrated Flow Solutions (IFS) was contacted by Al-Rashed Group which is one…
IFS is a process engineering company that builds and ships “Engineered-to-Order” process packages for our Oil & Gas customers worldwide, however remote the location and however extreme the environment, no matter the size and the weight. The project cargo management…
As modular process skid manufacturers, IFS supplies “Engineered-to-Order” skid-mounted, modular pump packages to the midstream Oil & Gas market , however remote and severe the operating conditions. The modular design is the most time and cost efficient method of manufacturing and…
For a modular Fuel Gas Conditioning Package (or similar unit) skid-mounted and engineered-to-order, call 281-638-9870 or send us an email.
