Oil & Gas nitrogen membrane separation

Deliver continuous, on-site N₂ for Oil & Gas operations with our compact membrane technology. Achieve reliable inerting performance with up to 35 barg and 99.9% purity.

Oil & Gas activities require nitrogen N₂ for inerting, pipeline servicing, and enhanced recovery. Increasing remote and offshore operations drive the demand for autonomous gas generation. Our advanced membrane solutions provide an on-demand, low-maintenance N₂ supply on board vessels or platforms, ensuring uncompromising performance while lowering dependency on external supply chains.

On-site nitrogen: Engineered for offshore and remote operations

Air Liquide’s membrane technology is the proven choice for demanding Oil & Gas environments. Our Nitrogen Production Units (NPUs) offer a seamless, 'plug and play' solution that completely eliminates the logistical nightmare of delivering external gas to remote offshore platforms or isolated land rigs. Deployed in over 2,000 locations worldwide, our systems deliver continuous nitrogen purities from 95% to 99.9% at up to 35 barg discharge pressure, engineered specifically for reliable operation in harsh conditions.

Core benefits of our membrane solutions

Minimal footprint for offshore rigs: Highly productive hollow fiber membranes minimize the space and weight required for installation, making them the ideal fit for highly constrained offshore platforms and marine vessels.
Optimized CAPEX & OPEX: Our robust technology results in an extended lifespan and lower compressed air requirements, significantly reducing capital expenditure and operating costs.
Maximized productivity: Our highly selective membranes are engineered to ensure all your critical $N_{2}$ requirements are safely met from a single, autonomous installation.
Stringent safety standards: Designed to the highest industry standards with safety in mind, our Nitrogen Production Units can be tailored to exact client specifications, meeting ISO9001 and ASME U stamp requirements.
Easy replacement: Membrane cartridges can be easily replaced by simply inserting them into the original pressure vessels.

Air Liquide membranes have high productivity and selectivity. Our unique manufacturing process produces extremely small diameter fiber which transposes into smaller bundles than typical N₂ membranes resulting in space and weight savings. Our membranes can operate up to 35barg pressure and produce purities up to 99.9%. All our N₂ membranes can reuse existing vessels to save cost and wastage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do Air Liquide's membrane systems deliver reliable on-site nitrogen for offshore Oil & Gas operations?

Air Liquide’s N₂ Production Units (NPUs) offer a seamless, 'plug and play' membrane solution for demanding Oil & Gas environments, including remote and offshore fields. These reliable, low-maintenance, onsite systems eliminate the supply chain logistics of external gas and are used in over 2,000 locations worldwide.

What specific N₂ purity and pressure can be achieved with the Oil & Gas membrane separation solutions?

Our highly selective membranes are engineered to provide purities ranging from 95% up to 99.9% nitrogen, with discharge pressures reaching 35 barg. This level of performance is suitable for critical applications like inerting, pipeline purging, and enhanced oil recovery.

Why are Air Liquide's N₂ membrane systems considered cost-effective and space-saving for Oil & Gas industry sites?

The compact design, utilizing highly productive hollow fiber membrane technology, minimizes the installation footprint, making it ideal for constrained areas on vessels or platforms. Furthermore, the robust technology lowers compressed air requirements, resulting in optimized CAPEX and OPEX.