Overview

A comprehensive solution for managing the entire lifecycle of natural gas production planning and monitoring. The system handles complex operations from well extraction to terminal processing, integrating with multiple engineering systems and providing real-time insights.

Challenge

The production of natural gas involves highly complex operations where gas is extracted from wells and collected within gas fields. Managing hazardous gases, monitoring quality, and optimizing blending at the Gas Terminal presents significant challenges, especially with pipelines spanning hundreds of kilometers.

Solution Architecture

Core Components

• On-Premise Distributed Architecture
• Microsoft .NET Framework Backend
• Time-Series Database for Performance
• SQL Database for Transactional Data
• Historian Database for Historical Analysis
• Integration Layer for Engineering Software

Key Features

• Real-time Gas Quality Monitoring
• Production Planning Optimization
• Asset Performance Management
• Environmental Compliance Tracking
• Predictive Analytics
• What-if Scenario Analysis

Project Team

• Subject Matter Expert
• Solution Architect
• Development Team of 4 people

Benefits Delivered

Value Maximization

• Optimized blending strategies yielding millions in savings
• Rapid response to physical and contractual changes
• Enhanced business and physical constraints management

Efficiency Improvements

• Identified and eliminated bottlenecks
• Streamlined off-spec scenario handling
• Optimized planning for better economic outcomes

Environmental Impact

• Reduced carbon footprint through monitoring
• Optimized mass and energy flow
• Significant savings on compliance penalties

Key Achievements

• Processing time reduced from days to minutes
• Eliminated manual Excel-based processes
• Enabled real-time decision making
• Automated what-if scenario analysis
• Substantial reduction in operational costs

Technical Integration

• Asset Modeling Integration
• Laboratory Information System Connection
• Engineering Software Integration
• Real-time Data Processing
• Historical Data Analysis

The solution has transformed gas management operations by providing a unified platform for monitoring, analysis, and optimization, resulting in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

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