The wellhead screen-filter is supplied as a transportable skid with the following mechanical characteristics.

Skid Size (full skid with valves/piping/instruments)

• 10K/15K = 3 m W x 4 m D x 5 m H

Orientation

• Vertical standard

Weight

• 10-15 T

Pressure Rating

• API: 5K, 10K, 15K

Materials of Construction

• Vessel: 4130 CS
• Screen: 316 SS

Operation

• Instrumentation: Inlet-Overflow DPI, Inlet PI
• Valves: Unit isolation, discharge, vent, and flush
• Normally operated manual (valves) but can be automated

References:

1. Rawlins, C.H., “Sand Management Methodologies for Sustained Facilities Operations”, Oil & Gas Facilities, Vol. 2, No. 5, October 2013, pp. 27-34. https://doi.org/10.2118/1013-0027-OGF

Next week I will finish the discussion on WSF by listing key items and technical paper references.