🚀 New Motorized Control Valve from Emerson: End to Chemical Injection Costs in Refineries! 💰

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Revolutionary Solution for Offshore Refineries​

Emerson has introduced its new TESCOM™ RC-X motorized injection rate control valve, designed to reduce chemical injection costs and increase efficiency in refineries. This innovative valve ensures the accuracy and repeatability of chemical injection on offshore platforms, significantly reducing both chemical waste and downtime.

Why Is This So Important? 🤔​

Flow assurance is a critical issue in offshore production facilities. Especially with the move to deeper waters, longer tie-backs, and high-temperature/pressure reservoirs, flow-restricting conditions such as hydration, corrosion, paraffin, asphaltene, scale, and emulsion buildup can occur. Refineries use chemical treatment methods to prevent these blockages.

The Problem: Over or Under Injection 📉​

• Over-Injection: Increases chemical consumption and costs, requiring frequent refilling of storage tanks. It can also negatively impact downstream processes and lead to pollution penalties.
  
• Under-Injection: Can be ineffective, risking mechanical integrity and production output.
  

This is precisely where the TESCOM RC-X comes in!

Advantages of TESCOM RC-X ✨​

• Precise Dosing: Works with Micro Motion™ Coriolis flow meters to provide superior accuracy in chemical dosing, thereby reducing downtime and chemical waste.
  
• Short Stroke Design: Operates accurately up to 15,000 psi with a stroke shorter than 1/8 inch.
  
• Ultra-Low Flow Rates: Offers ultra-low flow rates ranging from 0.02–500 liters per hour.
  
• Repeatable Function: Provides precise flow assurance with 4–20 milliampere (mA) control.
  
• Electric Actuation: Eliminates the need for compressed air, preferred in situations where compressed air is unavailable or unreliable.
  
• Compact and Lightweight Design: Smaller motor footprint compared to similar products allows for smaller and lighter skid designs.
  
• Fewer Moving Parts: Reduces the risk of mechanical failure, offers more consistent performance, and requires less maintenance.
  
• Safety and Compliance: Explosion-proof, IP67 rated, and NACE MR0175 compliant.
  

Emerson's new valve offers a critical solution for ensuring flow assurance, protecting asset integrity, and increasing production in offshore refineries.