Pilot Test and Startup Support.

MAE2 was contacted by a consultant that needed equipment and support for a high vacuum pilot test.

The contractor wanted to run a pilot test to try to get influence in an area of the site the was dominated by above ground storage tanks and railroad tracks. The soils at the site were very tight, requiring a unit that could operate at vacuum levels 15″ HG and higher. They contacted MAE2 for the pilot test unit and additional on-site support and training.

Pilot Test and Startup Support

MAE2 provided a Multi-Phase Vacuum System with a Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump. The Liquid Ring Pump is the best option for vacuum applications that require vacuum levels exceeding 24″ HG. Liquids removed during the pilot test collected in the Vapor Liquid Separator and then were pumped to an on site frack tank. The system was connected to a mobile generator to provide electrical power.

MAE2 provided an on-site technician to help with the set up of the system and generator and training on system operation. The system was connected to a horizontal well that was located under the train tracks and tank farm. The pilot test went well and it proved that high vacuum extraction created the desired air flow and influence.

Multi-Phase Vacuum System with a Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump were attached to a horizontal well

The following system components were used in the pilot system.

Liquid Ring Vacuum Pump
Vapor Liquid Separator
Progressive Cavity Transfer Pump
PLC Control Panel