P R O V I D I N G T O M O R R O W S T E C H N O L O G Y T O D A Y

A S C O M I N T R O D U C T I O N A N D C O M PA N Y I N G E N E R A L

Advanced Separation Company BV (ASCOM) specializes in classic and

compact separation technologies for gas/liquid, liquid/liquid separation,
water treatment, gas treatment and desanding.
The application of ASCOM technologies and services will in general result
in important CAPEX and OPEX reductions.

ASCOM technologies are both vessel-based as well as highly

ASCOMs technology portfolio has been developed through

compact in-line (pipe-based) separation units. These are used

substantial investments in R&D activities, testing under

in new built facilities and can also be applied to retrot existing

realistic eld conditions, eld trials and detailed simulations.

installations. With this approach ASCOM provides solutions

for a wide range of operating conditions.

ASCOM offers full capabilities in all important regional markets

through technology and manufacturing joint ventures.

ASCOMs technologies can with great advantage be deployed for

Local ASCOM employees are trained by our senior experts

Compact solutions for new built facilities, onshore and

to excel in advanced separation solutions. ASCOM takes

offshore (xed or oating)

Debottlenecking and boosting of mature elds production

local capability building seriously, not only by providing

local fabrication, but also by local R&D activities.

Subsea processing
Early Production Systems/Facilities
Heavy oil separation
Flare elimination

ASCOM can provide eld installation supervision.

ASCOM aims to provide the best integrated solutions by using state-of-the-art

separation components. ASCOMs design rules are industry leading and veried
under real operating conditions
ASCOM specializes in both state-of-the-art classic vessel-based (internals)
as well as in advanced in-line (pipe-based) technology.
ASCOM APPROACH TO PROCESS DESIGN

STATE -OF-THE-ART CLASSIC VESSEL -BASED

TECHNOLOGY

ADVANCED IN-LINE (PIPE-BASED) TECHNOLOGY

The available space for economic debottlenecking of

Horizontal separators are particularly suitable for separating

existing facilities is very limited. Furthermore the installation

mixtures of oil, gas and water into three phases with optional

of minimal facility platforms has signicantly increased

sand removal. They often need to perform under extremely

over the past decade. As a result the demand for compact

demanding operating conditions, e.g. on FPSOs or in subsea

in-line technology has increased.

service.
ASCOM has highly advanced technologies in its portfolio
Vertical separators (scrubbers) are compact and highly efcient

which will provide compact, efcient and reliable solutions

gas-liquid separation units. They are particularly suitable

for your installation, covering gas/liquid, oil/water and

for gas continuous ows, although oil/water separation

sand separation.

and/or sand removal equipment can be integrated therein.

ASCOM offers a wide range of high performance internals
that will guarantee an optimal and reliable performance
of your separators and scrubbers.

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ASCOMs technology range covers state-of-the-art classic

vessel-based internals as well as compact in-line (pipe-based)
designs. This portfolio makes it possible to create ultracompact
solutions and as such cut equipment weight, size and CAPEX,
with a highly reliable performance and uptime.
Classic vessel-based technologies:
HiPer Vane Diffusers
HiPer Inlet Cyclones
HiPer Mesh Mist Eliminators and Agglomerators
HiPer Vane Mist Eliminators and Agglomerators
HiPer Cyclone Mist Eliminators
HiPer Perforated Distribution Bafes
HiPer Wave Dampening Bafes
HiPer Plate Pack Coalescers
HiPer Sand Jetting Systems
HiPer Sand Removal Cyclones
HiPer MixedFlow De-oiling Hydrocyclones
Compact in-line (pipe-based) technologies,
all based on cyclonic principles:
TwinLine Gas/Liquid Separators (gas continuous)
TwinLine Degassers (liquid continuous)
Bulk De-Oilers
De-Sanders (available for wide GVF range)
Pressure Recovery Systems
Bulk De-Waterers (under design)
Dissolved Gas Floatation (under design)
For further information and technical data
on ASCOM technologies, please see individual
fact sheet available on request or from our website.

C F D S I M U L AT I O N S

At ASCOM Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is an integral part of product

development. Multiphase ow simulations are used to predict, visualize and
understand the uid ow behaviour inside process equipment like separators
and scrubbers at both test and full scale conditions. The combination of CFD
and sophisticated testing gives a very clear insight in the physical processes
inside the equipment. The use of CFD predictions results in geometrically
better designed prototypes and therefore a shorter and more effective design
process. Moreover, test results are used for validation of the CFD modelling
and this leads to more reliable predictions. Therefore, CFD is of great value
in ASCOMs R&D program that focuses on continuous upgrading of existing
equipment as well as developing new separation equipment.

Apart from R&D and product development, CFD is also

regularly applied in custom made design of separation
equipment. In retrot applications CFD can assist in diagnosis
and troubleshooting of existing facilities and in new built cases
optimisation of the ow prole can enhance performance and
capacity or reduce the required size. For separators on oating
production units the uid sloshing can be evaluated and the
separator and internals design can be optimized accordingly.
ASCOM uses the latest version of the Fluent CFD software
from Ansys (www.uent.com).

ASCOM keeps a close and interactive dialogue with its customers.

Being a dynamic company we listen and respond quickly to your needs
and challenges. The complexity of eld developments and reservoirs
requires new innovative thinking and a fast introduction of new technologies
onto the market.

A S C O M R & D A N D D E V E L O P M E N T O F P R O P R I E TA RY T E C H N O L O G I E S

ASCOM can enable this through our expertise and knowledge

of separation, use of efcient tools such as CFD and testing
under realistic eld conditions. From idea and concept, it is
a short way for initial rapid prototyping and atmospheric testing.
This gives the rst indication of separation performance and
efciency, before moving on to high pressure and full scale
testing. You as the client are closely involved and consulted
to match the expectations and performance criteria set.
ASCOMs technology portfolio is proprietary and patented
(or patent pending), with full IP rights. We work with unique
designs and nd competitive advantages for fabrication methods.
ASCOM is building close relationships with oil & gas companies
around the world to get necessary approvals and acceptance.
We have extensive process design know-how and related
proprietary test data.
ASCOM is cooperating with PROLABNL for testing and
verication, using world class high ow rate and high pressure
test facilities. See more information on www.prolabnl.com
Continuous improvement and design optimizations are made
to keep ahead and be in the leading position.
Contact us and we give you guidance to a new world
of separation solutions.

ASCOM BV

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