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Mechanical Technology — March 2016
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n today’s natural gas industry, it
is imperative for pilot-operated
gas regulators to provide reliable
performance in applications rang-
ing from gas distribution systems to
gas-fired power plants and processing
facilities, as well as commercial and
industrial gas services. As an innovative
company geared to adapt its offering to
clients, Energas Technologies carries
Honeywell’s RMG 5020 gas pressure
regulator as a solution for gas pressure
reduction in municipal distribution, gas
transmission as well as industrial plant
applications. “The RMG 5020 features
state-of-the-art external pilot operation
for accurate and safe control of outlet
pressure and represents the benchmark
for dependable performance in this sec-
tor,” comments Botha.
The new regulator from Honeywell
offers precise and reliable pressure re-
ductions for a host of operations in the
gas sector. “The RMG 5020 improves on
existing technologies with its precision
grid plate design, versatile flow options
and wide operational pressure range.
The regulator also boasts easy in-line
service and maintenance capability,”
notes Botha, adding, “designed simply
for longevity, users can enjoy a range
of benefits, including: a small number
of moving parts; high sensitivity and
accuracy; precise control of set outlet
pressure; ability to handle flow variation;
low maintenance requirements; and low
differential pressure requirements.”
In fuel-gas processes and commercial
or industrial service applications, the
RMG 5020 maintains a precise reduced
outlet pressure, whilst ensuring down-
stream demand flow. “This is a tough,
reliable piece of equipment that delivers
smooth operation, tight shut-off, and a
long life. Its ruggedness contributes to
overall efficiency and the bottom line,
through a reduction in the total cost of
ownership, excellent working efficiency,
its ability to meet individual operational
requirements and improve reliability
under all conditions,” says Botha.
The RMG 5020
gas pressure regulator
The Honeywell RMG 5020
gas pressure regulator,
available in South Africa
from Energas Technologies,
features up to 38% higher
capacity in comparison
to the best alternative
technology on the market.
“Designed simply for longevity,
users can enjoy a range of
benefits, including: a small
number of moving parts;
high sensitivity and accu-
racy; precise control of set
outlet pressure; ability to
handle flow variation;
low maintenance
requirements; and
low differential
pressure require-
ments,” says
Botha.
Energas Technologies, leading supplier of high-end and specialised equipment to
the oil and gas industries in southern Africa, has launched the Honeywell RMG
5020 gas pressure regulator, “to meet the need for ever-increasing operational
excellence”. Laetitia Botha, product engineer for Energas
Technologies, explains.
“These advantages are under-
pinned by three important aspects:
low cost, improved uptime and
reduced risk.”
In terms of keeping costs to
a minimum, the RMG 5020 is
made to drive down maintenance
and repair costs at gas facilities.
It is specifically configured for
convenient in-line service,
keeping long-term ownership
costs low. The RMG 5020’s
design means that failures are
rare and routine instrument repairs are
easy to perform when necessary, making
unexpected shutdowns or operational
interruptions on site due to device mal-
functions a thing of the past. Through
Energas Technologies, Honeywell experts
and certified technicians work alongside
customers on all facets of product and
application planning for gas pressure
installations, assisting with start-up,
commissioning, on-site technical support
and dependable spare part assistance.
The Honeywell RMG 5020 carries
best-in-class features that make it a
staple in Energas Technologies’ gas regu-
lation offering. It has excellent regulating
accuracy, even at low flow and during
start-up phase, its precise slotted grid
plate design minimises noise emissions
and is also available with reduced flow
options. The convenient top-entry con-
figuration reduces maintenance require-
ments and the regulator is compact,
which makes for convenient space
saving. The pilot/filter is completely pre-
mounted, making installation easy and
the reduced number of internal parts
ensures quiet operation.
“With its optimised flow character-
istics, the regulator boasts up to 38%
higher capacity in comparison to the best
alternative technology on the market.
This feature allows for downsizing of
the regulator and low differential pres-
sure equipment. The regulator is also
less affected by extreme operational
temperatures as compared to competitor
products and the integral pilot provides
reliability under all conditions – for inlet
pressures up to 100 bar and for outlet
pressures up to 40 bar. Overall, the high
stability and functionality of the regula-
tor mean less downtime, more efficient
operation and operational cost saving.”
“As leading suppliers to the oil and
gas industries in Southern Africa, it is
Energas Technologies’ mandate to deliver
only best-in-class products to clients in
this competitive industry. We also go to
great lengths to ensure that the products
we supply are underpinned by top-notch
professional support. With the Honeywell
RMG 5020, we have the best of both
worlds and are delighted to pass this reli-
able package on to the southern African
gas sector,” Botha concludes.
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