Multipoint Oil in Water monitor systems: Argus® Multipoint

Multiple oil in water measurement points in one system

The Argus design enables several in-line measurement probes to be connected to the same central control unit in a multipoint Oil in Water monitoring system. Both low-pressure and high-pressure measurement points can be implemented in the system and the control unit can be located in a hazardous area or a safe area. The flexibility of the Argus technology makes ProAnalysis able to design a system that fits customers needs exactly.

Hazardous area - EX unit

Up to 4 in-line measurement probes can be connected to the ATEX certified field enclosure housing the Argus contol unit (laser, optics, electronics etc.). A typical setup includes one measurement point at the inlet to the produced water treatment system, one measurement point at the outlet, and - if needed - one or two measurement points at different stages of the process. Such a system provides unique control and information about the efficiency of the produced water system.

Safe area - instrument panel

Locating the control unit in a safe are (instrument room or similar) enables up to 12 in-line measurement probes to be connected to the control unit. From one complete Oil in Water monitoring system, one or several produced water treatment trains or systems can be monitored and controlled (before and after treatment, between hydrocyclones etc.). Operators get the full picture of the performance of the different systems, and are able to take qualified decisions based on real-time process data.

Key benefits of Argus Multipoint

• Significantly reduced cost per measurement point compared to using separate oil in water monitors at each measurement point. Costs are reduced at all levels - initial investment, installation costs and service costs.
• Efficient produced water process control and optimization. Monitoring each step of the process enables immediate and accurate response, improving the performance of the produced water treatment system.
• Low space requirements eliminating the need for several separate instruments.
• Condition based maintenance of process equipment.
• Cost reductions from improved water treatment (chemicals etc.)