Slug Catcher
Slug Catcher is a key vessel used in oil and gas transmission pipelines to separate and temporarily store intermittent large liquid slugs, ensuring stable operation of downstream equipment.
Application
It typically incorporates cyclone separation, vane demisting, and wire-mesh demisting elements, etc.
In a typical processing train the sequence is: Feed → Separation → Outlet.
Scope of supply
Capacity, design conditions and scope of supply are confirmed per project.
Design standards
Reference projects
- 2022 — 42Mpa metering and regulating skid for the Wenjisang Gas Storage project, Tuha Oilfield
- 2022 — Wen 23 Gas Storage of PipeChina West-East Gas Pipeline – TEG dehydration system - 10 million cubic meters per day
- 2024 — Caofeidian Offshore Gas Storage, Jidong Oilfield – integrated ground equipment - 30 million cubic meters per day
Project references are taken from the PetroBest 2025 group catalogue.
Frequently asked questions
What is a slug catcher used for?
Slug Catcher is a key vessel used in oil and gas transmission pipelines to separate and temporarily store intermittent large liquid slugs, ensuring stable operation of downstream equipment. It typically incorporates…
Which pressure vessel codes can be supplied?
ASME VIII Div.1 U-Stamp and GB standards — confirm scope per project.
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