What are some common applications of flanged gate valves in the oil?

Flanged gate valves have a wide range of applications in the oil and gas industry. 

Some of the common applications of flanged gate valves in the oil sector include:

1. Upstream Oil Production:

• Controlling the flow of crude oil from wellheads to gathering systems.

• Isolating individual wells or production equipment during maintenance or emergency shutdowns.

• Regulating the flow of oil in fluid injection or enhanced oil recovery (EOR) systems.

2. Onshore Oil Terminals and Storage Facilities:

• Controlling the flow of crude oil and refined products in tank farms, loading racks, flange gate valve  and pipeline interconnections.

• Providing isolation and flow control for storage tanks, pipelines, and other equipment.

3. Offshore Oil Platforms and Floating Production Units:

• Controlling the flow of crude oil and natural gas in subsea applications, such as Christmas trees and manifolds.

• Isolating production equipment and flowlines during maintenance or emergency situations.

4. Refining and Petrochemical Plants:

• Regulating the flow of crude oil feedstocks, intermediate products, and final refined products within the refinery processes.

• Providing isolation and control for process equipment, such as distillation columns, reactors,  fire gate valve  and heat exchangers.

5. Pipeline Transportation:

• Controlling the flow of crude oil and refined products through long-distance pipelines.

• Allowing for isolation and maintenance of pipeline segments or specific equipment.

6. Truck and Rail Loading/Unloading Facilities:

• Regulating the flow of crude oil and petroleum products during loading and unloading operations.

• Providing isolation and control at custody transfer points between transportation modes.

The selection of flanged gate valves in these oil industry applications is typically based on factors such as size, pressure rating, material compatibility, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.