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Main elements of the LMP Gas Supply Chain

Gas transporting semi-trailers

Low-pressure gas transporting semi-trailers are the central element of the LMP system, using our proprietary low-pressure storage technology. Based on our experience in gas bulk transportation products - we optimized our product to provide the lowest capital investment per transported gas quantity unit. Our semi-trailer capacity and total operation cost are close to that of the most applicable CNG-200 bar trailers. The total costs of the low-pressure supply chain are even lower than in many CNG projects.

The main semi-trailer specifications:

  • Capacity: About 4,000-4,500 SCM - subject to local regulations
  • Operating pressure - 75 bars.
    For big projects the range could be changed to 65 - 85 bars - subject to optimization under local road and pressure vessels regulations
  • The small number of pressure vessels in the trailer offers higher reliability in operation and lower maintenance costs.

Gas filling terminal

The LMP filling terminal should refuel a number of semi-trailers from the pipeline or directly from the well. Due to the lower pressure needed for the LMP terminal (17-90 bars) - the compressors' capacity can be minimal.

In some cases the terminal can be constructed without compressors at all. However, even when connected to a distribution line (0-16 bars) LMP filling stations require smaller, cheaper and more reliable compressors.

In addition to compressors, LMP filling stations include gas treatment equipment (to be used before compression/filling), metering and control equipment, odorizers (optional), quick connectors to trailers and other parts.

Gas reception facilities

An LMP gas receiving facility includes Pressure Reducing and Metering (PRS) unit with dual-function:

  • Pressure reducing - since our typical industrial/commercial consumer uses the gas at a pressure of a few bars only
  • Gas flow metering - for logistics and billing purposes

The main components of this facility are:

  • A Pressure Reducing and Metering System (PRS) box which reduces the pressure from 75 to 1-6 bars. LMP PRS uses Energtek's innovative design to minimize the amount of residual gas in the trailer after discharge
  • High capacity quick connection devices to transfer the gas from the trailer to the PRS
  • A low-pressure pipe connection between PRS and furnace/other equipment (in many cases with second stage pressure reduction to 1 bar and less)