Automated Oil Recovery System Overview
The Oil Catcher project aims to prevent oil seepage from a Refinery to the nearby community and Mahul Creek. Using cutting-edge technology like disc skimmers and tidal wave oil containment booms, the project ensures effective containment of oil, minimizing the risk of escape to sensitive areas. Additionally, portable weir skimmers are strategically placed to capture any residual oil, offering a comprehensive solution. This initiative reflects a commitment to environmental protection by employing advanced measures to safeguard both the community and the surrounding water bodies.
Automated Oil Recovery System Specifications
The disc skimmer system operates with three key functions: oil skimming, precise positioning of the disc at the oil/water interface, and transferring the collected oil to a slop collection tank. The latest disc skimmers incorporate sensor-based technology, automating all three operations. This advancement significantly reduces the need for manual intervention. Nevertheless, the system includes a provision for manual control, allowing each operation to be independently operated manually when required. This design combines efficiency with flexibility, ensuring optimal performance while providing a manual override option when necessary.
State of Art Disc Skimmer
This leading-edge refinery has achieved a significant milestone by being the first in the oil industry to implement Tidal Wave Oil Containment Booms at its Oil Catchers. These booms are equipped with a buoyant floater, ensuring a constant height of 450 mm, with 175 mm consistently remaining above the water surface. This meticulous design serves as a highly effective barrier, preventing any oil seepage beyond the booms and establishing a robust containment system at the Oil Catchers. The deliberate incorporation of these innovative booms demonstrates a proactive commitment to environmental protection.
Tidal wave oil containment boom
Portable weir skimmers are strategically placed as needed and can be easily relocated based on requirements. These skimmers, specifically the Floating Weir Oil Skimmer, are high-capacity and effortlessly deployable. Functioning as devices designed for removing surface oils and contaminants from various water bodies, including ponds, lakes, industrial tanks, or wastewater treatment facilities, these skimmers operate on the principles of buoyancy and surface tension. The skimmer's floating structure relies on a 3-bar mechanism with three floats to maintain a horizontal plane, ensuring effectiveness even in the presence of disturbances like waves.
Portable Weir skimmer
