8.625" OD x 0.250" wt pipeline. MOP is 750 psi and we want to flow 60,000 bpd of 40 API crude oil (kinematic visc ~ 3 cSt). Replacing the line would cost $20 to $25 MM because of congestion, sensitive areas, etc. Pump stations would cost around $1MM each (not including power infrastructure)...
Thanks for the response. I know it's unreasonable to have that many stations, but I'm not certain how to prove mathematically that it's unfeasible. I'm up against people armed with a hydraulic gradient that shows it can be done. Of course, most head loss calculations are approximations based...
Want to significantly increase capacity of an old 8" crude pipeline that is 40 miles long on level terrain. MOP 750 psi based on design strength of the pipe. Installing four intermediate pump stations plus DRA would achieve the objective more economically than looping the entire line. Is it...
