About This Course
Unlike other instruments, some flow and level measurement devices involve the movement of money (custody transfer).
Who Should Attend?
This course examines the different types of custody transfer. Conducts a thorough review of both flow and level measurement Examines the difference between calibration and proving Examines methods to prove flow and level measurement systems Examines potential problems with proving systems Discusses various industry and international standards. This course uses a mix of classroom lecture and participation discussion.
Course Outline:
DAY 1
INTRODUCTION
Section1: Background- Importance of accurate flow and custody transfer measurement
- Some of the differences between needing data for control, data for safety,
- and data for custody transfer
- Principles of flow measurement
- Common devices and technologies
DAY 2
COMPLETE SECTION 2
Section 3: Level Measurements- Principles of Level Measurement
- Techniques and equipment used in custody transfer
- Numerous level measurement devices will be discussed, how they work,
- and their suitability for custody transfer.
- Types of provers
- Calibration procedures
DAY 3
Section 5: Verifying Level Custody Transfer system- Ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Example problem for class
- Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) systems
- Challenges and benefits of automation
- Example Problem for Class
DAY 4
Section 7: Managing Leaks for Purposes of Custody Transfer- Leak detection methods
- Impact on accuracy and reconciliation
- Open discussion on how leaks can impact custody transfer and proving
- Procedures and considerations for truck loading/unloading
- Extra requirements so the truck driver can work unsupervised
- Types of flowmeters
- Cost analysis and selection criteria
- Key standards for custody transfer
- (e.g., API MPMS)
DAY 5
Section 11: OIML Recommendation 117- International recommendations for liquid
- hydrocarbon measurement
- Measurement challenges in multiphase Flows
- Technologies and applications
- Real-world applications and problem-solving
- Methods for determining product density
- Impact on flow and custody transfer Accuracy