Abstract
The development of Subsea Chemical Storage & Injection (SCS&I) technology is a continuation of the trend to move more of the hydrocarbon production systems subsea. This is driven by a need to make exploitation of remote resources profitable; unlock single-line long tie-backs and subsea to shore architectures, and to enable tie-ins with otherwise constrained topside infrastructure. The SCS&I System is also a significant contributor to the development of "All-Electric" subsea architecture where the umbilical is reduced to a power and communication cable only.
TechnipFMC https://www.technipfmc.com/ and Total https://www.total.com/en are collaborating to develop and qualify the SCS&I technology components and system.
In order to make the SCS&I technology competitive and field developments profitable, the reliability of the equipment is paramount. The HAMPRO 70V injection pump is one key component in the system for which high reliability must be ensured.
The objective of the qualification program is to confirm the adequate performance of the HAMPRO 70V pump in the following areas:
The reliability of the chemically exposed parts and the impact of chemical fluid cleanliness The reliability of the pump and motor rotating parts and the impact of lubricant performance The reliability of the electrical components The impact of transient behaviour on the pressure compensation system, rotating parts and electrical components
Due to the similarity of design, smaller versions of the HAMPRO pump will also be qualified by the activities in the program.
Analysis of lubricant performance in punching and blanking
