High Efficiency Crude Oil Processing with KBK HEGB® Tanks

KBK offers a line of patented, high-capacity HEGB^® crude oil process tanks. These tanks are designed to completely dehydrate crude oil to a higher quality than traditional oilfield gunbarrel or wash tanks. With no moving parts, they eliminate costly downtime and provide efficient, reliable operation.

The High Efficiency Crude Oil Dehydrator (HEGB^®)

The HEGB^® tank incorporates several innovative features to optimize crude oil processing:

• Upstream degassing: Removes dissolved gases from the crude oil before it enters the tank.
• Hydraulically perfected inlet fluid distribution: Ensures even distribution of the crude oil throughout the tank, maximizing separation efficiency.
• Raw crude introduced to demulsifier rich oil layer: Promotes the coalescence of water droplets within the oil phase.
• Crude retention time maximized hydraulically: Allows for ample time for water-oil separation.
• Efficient water-oil separation: Utilizes dedicated BS&W (basic sediment and water) interface draw-offs for precise oil-water separation.
• Precise oil-water interface control: Maintains a clear boundary between the oil and water layers.
• Proven specialty solids draw-off sand pans: Effectively removes solid contaminants from the crude oil.
• Up to 500% more process capacity: Offers significantly higher throughput compared to traditional tanks.

Key Options Available

KBK HEGB^® tanks are customizable to meet specific process requirements:

• Materials: Manufactured from Carbon Steel, Fiberglass, or Stainless Steel.
• Size: Available in sizes up to 18′ x 58′.
• Cone Bottoms: Provide a more efficient solids removal process.
• Heater Panels and Immersion Heaters: Maintain optimal operating temperatures.
• Gas Tight Tanks: Prevent gas leakage and maintain product quality.
• Insulation: Helps to retain heat and reduce energy consumption.
• Computerized sizing: Ensures accurate tank design based on process parameters.
• AutoCAD layout: Provides detailed drawings for installation and maintenance.

By choosing KBK HEGB^® tanks, you can improve the efficiency, quality, and reliability of your crude oil processing operations. Contact us to learn more!