Natural Gas Compressor Station Pid

Natural Gas Compressor Station Pid FAQ

What is a compressor station on a natural gas pipeline?

Compressor station. The compressor station, also called a pumping station, is the "engine" that powers an interstate natural gas pipeline. As the name implies, the compressor station compresses the natural gas (increasing its pressure) thereby providing energy to move the gas through the pipeline.

What is a compressor pid?

Typical arrangement for Centrifugal Compressor P&ID The design of a compressors system is first conceptualized in a process flow diagram or compressor PFD. Subsequently, a more detailed design is created by means of a piping & instrumentation diagram or compressor P&ID.

What safety systems do compcompressor stations use?

Compressor stations employ a variety of safety systems and practices to protect the public, employees and our facilities. For example, every station has an emergency shutdown system that stops the compressor units, isolates and vents the compressor station gas piping, and diverts gas in the pipeline around the station.

Who regulates natural gas compressor stations?

Depending on the type, natural gas pipeline compressor station designs may be approved by a state or federal regulatory body. The key groups of pipelines to consider when determining which agency regulates natural gas transport, are gathering lines and interstate transport pipelines.