Parameter
Potential Technology
Hydrocarbon Composition
Process Gas Chromatograph (GC)
Ethane / Methane Content
Process Gas Chromatograph (GC)
C₂⁺ / Heavy Hydrocarbons
Process GC
Propane Purity
Process GC
C₄⁺ Content
Process GC
Butane Purity
Process GC
Natural Gasoline Composition
Process GC
Density
Inline Density Analyzer
Vapor Pressure (RVP)
Online RVP Analyzer
Parameter
Vapor Pressure (RVP)
Density
Potential Technology
Online RVP Analyzer
Inline Density Analyzer
Description
The Fractionation Train Unit is used in gas processing and NGL recovery facilities to separate mixed natural gas liquids (NGLs) into individual hydrocarbon products such as ethane, propane, butane, and natural gasoline (C₅⁺). Following NGL recovery, the liquid feed enters a series of distillation columns typically a de-ethanizer, de-propanizer, and de-butanizer where components are separated based on differences in boiling points. Each column operates at controlled pressure and temperature conditions to produce specification-grade products for petrochemical feedstock, LPG, blending, or export. Proper monitoring and control of composition, temperature, and pressure are essential to ensure product purity, maximize recovery, and maintain stable and efficient operation of the fractionation system.