Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer

Course Introduction

Custody Transfer defines the point at which ownership changes hands for the process product being measured. This transfer is unique among flow-meter applications since money changes hands and accuracy requirements are higher than they are for most other applications. The custody transfer system must generate detailed and indisputable cargo reports, based on accurate flow measurements and calculations.

In this intensive and highly practical Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer training course, participants will gain sound and practical understanding and extend their knowledge of Custody Transfer and Flow Measurement systems, principles and types, and how to assess their impact on the strategic and tactical aspirations of the company.

This training course will highlight:

• The laws governing fluids and gases
• Important principles of flow-metering including accuracy and repeatability
• Main types and applications of Flowmeters with emphasis on custody transfer
• Flowmeter proving and calibration techniques
• Custody transfer principles and applications

Objectives

This Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer training course introduces participants to a variety of flow measurement technologies and systems that are used custody transfer applications, and gain an understanding about how measurement systems can work properly and accurately.

At the end of this training course, the participants will:

• Have a sound understanding of relevant fluid and gas Laws that are needed for the use of flow measurement devices
• Understand the main requirements of custody transfer systems
• Appreciate the main requirements of flow measurements including accuracy and repeatability
• Be knowledgeable about up-to-date flow measurement meters including Differential Pressure (DP) measurement, turbine meters, positive displacement meters, Coriolis flow measurement, Magnetic and ultrasonic flow measurement
• Gain the ability to determine if a metering system is adequate for the purpose, select appropriate custody transfer metering systems and identify potential problems
• Learn about the principles and applications of Multiple meters / meter runs, Flow computers, Quality systems, Calibration, Meter Runs, Proving and Supporting Automation

Training Methodology

This Flow Measurement and Custody Transfer training course combines structured and focused presentations and discussions of topics covered with relevant examples and question & answer sessions to maximise the benefits to the participants. Relevant computer simulations and videos will be used to emphasise the main topics.

Participants will be provided with comprehensive hard and soft copies of the training course notes and soft copies of all presentation material. These will be very valuable for detailed study and future reference.

Organisational Impact

• The company will achieve improved and optimised control of its custody Transfer and flow measurement operations
• Optimised process selection criteria will increase efficiency and Financial Performance and result in Fiscal Savings. This will be brought about by more accurate measurement techniques and more robust Custody Transfer operations
• Improved competencies will result in higher staff productivity and effectiveness
• The organisation will be able to generate detailed and indisputable cargo reports, based on accurate flow measurements and calculations

Course Outline

Day One

Introduction – Basic Fluid and Gas Laws

Day Two

General Characteristics and Performance of Flow Meters

Day Three

Types and Applications of Flow Meters

Day Four

Types and Applications of Flow Meters (continued)

Day Five

Flow Measurement Systems and Custody Transfer Considerations