Process Skids – Engineered Modular Solutions

Maximum Performance, Minimum Footprint, Zero Integration Issues

Advanced Process Skid - Modular Industrial System

Introduction

At NORDSTONE., our Process Skids are engineered with a clear mission: maximum performance, minimum footprint, zero integration issues, and long-term asset reliability. Each skid represents the pinnacle of modular process engineering.

Every skid is custom-built with ASME/API/IEC/NACE/ATEX-compliant mechanical, electrical, and process design—supported by deep expertise in CFD/FEA simulations, HAZOP design philosophy, instrumentation architecture, PLC/SCADA automation, FAT/SAT protocols, and global project execution.

What are Process Skids?

Process Skids are pre-engineered, pre-fabricated modular units that integrate multiple process components into a single, compact, and transportable system. They are designed for specific industrial functions and can be quickly deployed, reducing field construction time and ensuring consistent quality.

Key advantages include:

  • Reduced installation time and site disruption
  • Factory-tested performance and reliability
  • Standardized design with custom flexibility
  • Compact footprint with optimized layout
  • Simplified maintenance and operation
  • Full compliance with international standards
  • Integrated safety and control systems

Our skid-mounted solutions are engineered for seamless integration into existing processes while delivering exceptional performance and reliability.

Types of Process Skids

Metering Skid

Custody Transfer & Allocation Measurement

  • • Multi-run configuration: 1oo2, 2oo3, duplex/standby
  • • Meter types: Ultrasonic, Coriolis, Turbine, PD, Orifice Plates (ISO 5167)
  • • Prover integration: Bi-directional ball prover / compact prover / master meter
  • • Gas/Liquid Flow Conditioning using AGA/API standards
  • • Temperature, pressure, density, viscosity compensation
  • • PLC-based flow computation with API MPMS compliance
  • • Ex-proof metering for hazardous zones

Filtration Skid

Built for high-solid, high-viscosity, or high-contaminant industrial streams

  • • Technologies: Cartridge, bag, duplex strainers
  • • High-pressure microfilters
  • • Coalescing filters (liquid/gas)
  • • Black Powder Removal Systems (magnetic + depth filter)
  • • PSD-based media selection
  • • High ΔP design per ASME Sec. VIII
  • • Continuous filtration with auto-switching

Chemical Dosing Skid

Precision injection for corrosion control, scale inhibition, demulsification, chlorine dosing, pH control

  • • Components: API 675 metering pumps, calibration pots, pulsation dampeners
  • • Injection quills, DBB valves
  • • Storage tanks with bund walls
  • • Flow, pressure, stroke-position feedback
  • • Dose accuracy within ±1%
  • • Material selection for H₂S/CO₂ rich systems
  • • SIL-rated safety and shutdown instrumentation

Fuel Gas Conditioning Skid

For gas turbines, boilers, HRSGs, engines, and process burners

  • • Multi-stage filtration: coalescer → fine filter → dust filter
  • • Heating section to avoid hydrate formation
  • • Pressure regulation with slam-shut valves
  • • Fuel-gas flow metering
  • • Dew point conditioning
  • • ASME piping class with high-temperature components
  • • IECEx E&I for Zone 1/Zone 2 areas

Gas Dehydration Skid (TEG/MEG)

  • • Process Scope: Contactors (packed/trayed), Regeneration unit (reboiler, flash drum)
  • • Circulation pumps, filters, heat exchangers
  • • Water dew point control up to −40°C
  • • Lean/Rich TEG HX for energy recovery
  • • BTEX emission capturing
  • • Anti-foam injection systems
  • • Hydrate prediction for offshore gas

Gas Filtration & Coalescer Skid

  • • 0.01-micron aerosol removal
  • • Scrubber + filter + coalescer multi-stage design
  • • Horizontal/vertical high-pressure vessels (ASME VIII Div 1/2)
  • • Stokes law based droplet removal
  • • CFD-based internals optimization
  • • Sand/dust carryover analysis
  • • Quick-open closures for fast cartridge change

Odorization Skid

For gas distribution networks (PNG/CGD), LPG, LNG re-gas terminals

  • • Modules: THT/mercaptan tank, injection metering pump
  • • Vapor return safety
  • • ATEX rated panel
  • • Spill containment & leak detection system
  • • Fine injection control (0.05–0.5 kg/1000 SCM)
  • • Zero-vapor loss design
  • • Fully automatic PLC-controlled dosing

Booster Compressor Skid

For gas boosting, flare recovery, vapor transfer, and pipeline pressure recovery

  • • Compressor Options: Screw, Reciprocating (API 618), Diaphragm for hydrogen/helium
  • • Oil-free systems available
  • • Vibration mapping & dynamic simulation
  • • API compliant lube oil system
  • • Sound attenuation enclosure (75–85 dB(A))
  • • Intercooler/aftercooler integration

Nitrogen Generator Skid (PSA / MEMBRANE)

PSA System Features:

  • • CMS-based dual tower adsorption system
  • • Purity: 95% to 99.999%

Membrane System Features:

  • • Hollow-fiber separation technology
  • • Low energy consumption, portable design
  • • Oxygen analyzer-based purity control
  • • Dew point trimming (-40°C)
  • • Oil-free feed air compressors
  • • High-efficiency pre-filtration

Vapor Recovery Unit Skid

Applications: Storage tank vents, truck loading terminals, hydrocarbon recovery, emission reduction

  • • Technologies: Liquid ring compressor systems, Carbon bed adsorption
  • • Membrane recovery, Refrigerated condensation
  • • VOC emission < 1 mg/Nm³
  • • ATEX compliant hydrocarbon-handling
  • • High recovery efficiency (≥95%)

Heat Exchanger / PHE Skid

  • • Configurations: Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, Plate Heat Exchanger (PHE), Air-cooled heat exchangers
  • • Thermal design using HTRI or Aspen EDR
  • • Fouling optimization
  • • High-alloy materials (Duplex/Titanium)

Separator Skid

  • • Types: 2-phase & 3-phase separators, Sand separators, KO Drums, Cyclonic separators
  • • Liquid level control with redundant LT/LC
  • • Demister pad selection (wire mesh / vane pack)
  • • CFD-based inlet distributor design
  • • Slug load handling

Reactor Skid

Applications: Hydrogenation, Polymerization, Batch reactions, Catalytic reactions

  • • Jacketed reactors (steam/oil heating)
  • • Agitator selection via power number analysis
  • • Catalyst baskets and fixed-bed sections
  • • Ex-proof instrumentation
  • • Batch control PLC with recipe automation

Pumping Skid / Transfer Pump Skid

  • • Pump Types: Centrifugal (API 610), Screw/gear/lobe pumps, Diaphragm metering pumps, Multistage pumps
  • • VFD-based flow/pressure control
  • • NPSHa vs NPSHr engineering
  • • Vibration and alignment analysis
  • • Seal plan API 682 compliance

Hydrocarbon Recovery Skid

  • • Modules: Refrigeration / condensation, Storage recovery, Fractionation towers, Liquid recovery separators
  • • Dew point control
  • • Multistage cooling
  • • VOC minimization
  • • Hydrocarbon loss <0.5%

Degassing Skid

  • • Technologies: Vacuum degasser, Membrane degasser, Centrifugal degassing units
  • • 99.5%+ gas removal
  • • CFD-based gas–liquid interface modeling
  • • Corrosion-resistant non-metallics for oxygen-rich fluid
  • • Inline static degassing for high-flow systems

Slop Oil Treatment Skid

  • • Process Modules: API separator, DAF unit, Oil–water coalescer, Centrifugal separator, Sludge heating & pumping
  • • Emulsion breaking using heat + chemicals
  • • Solids removal
  • • OIW < 50 ppm discharge requirement
  • • Closed drain systems for refineries

Key Engineering Features

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Advanced Design & Simulation

  • • CFD/FEA thermal and flow analysis
  • • HAZOP and risk assessment integration
  • • ASME/API/IEC compliant engineering
  • • Flow uncertainty modeling (< 0.15% for metering skids)
  • • Surge analysis for pressure regulation
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Factory Integration & Testing

  • • Complete FAT/SAT protocols
  • • Pre-commissioning and validation
  • • Single-point responsibility
  • • Weld maps, NDE, and full MTC traceability
  • • Vibration mapping & dynamic simulation
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Automation & Control

  • • PLC/SCADA system integration
  • • SIL-rated safety instrumentation
  • • Redundant control architecture
  • • E&I wiring, junction boxes, UPS-based redundancy
  • • Batch control PLC with recipe automation
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Safety & Compliance

  • • ATEX/IECEx hazardous area certification
  • • NACE material selection for corrosion
  • • Full documentation and traceability

Technical Expertise

Engineering Standards

  • • ASME Section VIII, B31.3
  • • API 610, 618, 675, 682
  • • IEC 60079, ATEX 2014/34/EU

Material Selection

  • • Carbon steel, stainless steel
  • • Duplex, super duplex, Hastelloy
  • • NACE MR0175/ISO 15156

Quality Assurance

  • • Full NDT (RT, UT, PT, MT)
  • • Material traceability (MTC 3.1/3.2)
  • • Third-party inspection (TUV, DNV, BV)

Skid Applications

Oil & Gas
  • • Custody transfer metering
  • • Gas dehydration & sweetening
  • • Fuel gas conditioning
Chemical Processing
  • • Chemical dosing systems
  • • Reactor skids
  • • Separation systems
Environmental
  • • Vapor recovery units
  • • Slop oil treatment
  • • Emission control
Utilities
  • • Nitrogen generation
  • • Booster compression
  • • Heat exchange systems

Project Execution & Quality

Our skid delivery process ensures maximum reliability and performance:

Design Phase
  • • Process simulation (Aspen, HTRI)
  • • CFD/FEA analysis
Fabrication
  • • ASME code welding
  • • NDE and pressure testing
Testing & Validation
  • • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
  • • Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Commissioning
  • • On-site start-up support
  • • Operator training & documentation

Customization Capabilities

  • • Modular expansion capabilities
  • • Multiple material options for corrosion resistance
  • • Integration with existing control systems (DCS/SCADA)
  • • Weatherproof and explosion-proof enclosures
  • • Redundant systems for critical applications
  • • Transport-optimized design for global shipping

Why Choose NORDSTONE.?

  • • 20+ years of skid engineering and fabrication experience
  • • Complete turnkey solutions from design to commissioning
  • • Advanced simulation and engineering tools
  • • Global project execution capability
  • • Full compliance with international standards
  • • Proven track record across multiple industries worldwide
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