Data-Driven Filtration: The Competitive Edge in Refining and Midstream Operations
In refining and midstream operations, uptime and reliability are everything. A single upset, from premature filter fouling to exchanger fouling or off-spec product, can cascade into unplanned shutdowns, lost throughput, and significant financial impact. One of the most underutilized tools to prevent these costly events is targeted laboratory testing, integrated with field expertise.
Instead of relying on assumptions or generic design models, lab testing provides real-world data on process conditions, contaminants, and performance under operating stresses. This ensures system designs, technology selections, and service intervals are evidence-based, not estimate-based.
Testing Capabilities That Deliver Operational Insights
Jonell’s testing partnerships and IntegraLabs capabilities provide a range of specialized analyses engineered for the demands of oil and gas applications:
- Moisture Analysis in Hydrocarbons – Quantifies water levels in feed or product streams to prevent corrosion, ensure spec compliance, and protect downstream catalysts.
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) – Identifies functional groups and contaminant species that may contribute to amine foaming, premature fouling, or catalyst poisoning.
- UV Spectrophotometer Analysis – Detects dissolved organic compounds and suspended particulates in water systems, supporting tighter control of injection and cooling water quality.
- X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) – Profiles the elemental composition of solids and liquids, helping trace corrosion sources, black powder composition, and compatibility issues.
- Gravimetric and Particle Size Analysis – Determines solids loading and size distribution to match the right filtration media and configuration.
From Data to Action
When combined with our field engineering expertise, lab data enables operators to:
- Select the right filter media for complex or changing feed slates — from opportunity crudes to renewable blends.
- Set realistic service intervals validated against actual fouling profiles to reduce unplanned changeouts.
- Identify root causes of premature equipment wear, from salt carryover to catalyst fines.
- Optimize system design to prevent bottlenecks and improve differential pressure stability.
This approach minimizes unplanned downtime, protects throughput, and extends asset life, directly improving ROI.
The Jonell Advantage
Not every application requires advanced testing, but in today’s refining and midstream landscape- with more opportunity crudes, renewable feeds, and tighter operating windows- the stakes are higher than ever.
Jonell Systems brings deep process expertise, advanced lab capabilities through IntegraLabs, and a history of solving real-world challenges. Whether troubleshooting unexpected fouling or validating new system designs, we help operators move forward with confidence, backed by lab-proven data and application expertise.
If you’re ready to remove uncertainty from your filtration decisions, Jonell can help you access the right data before you make the call.