Gas compressor at an oil refinery
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Gas compressor at an oil refinery
Oil refinery equipment. Gas compressor at an oil refinery. Gas compressors are usually used to compress a gas for transport. Compressing a gas also raises its temperature, unless it is cooled and liquified. Petroleum gases (mostly butane and propane) can be obtained from crude oil and liquified to form LPG (liquified petroleum gas), which is used as a fuel. Natural gas (mostly methane) can also be compressed and used this way. Photographed at ExxonMobils Fawley Oil Refinery and Chemical Plant, Hampshire, UK
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Business Chemical Engineering Commercial Compressed Energy Esso Exxon Exxon Mobil Fawley Fossil Fuel Fuel Fuels Hampshire Machine Methane Mobil Natural Gas Oil Industry Oil Refinery Petrochemical Industry Pressurized Butane Compressing Propane
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a gas compressor in action at an oil refinery, capturing the essence of the bustling energy industry. The gas compressor, a vital piece of equipment in this setting, is responsible for compressing gases to facilitate their transportation. As it performs its task, the compression process also elevates the temperature of the gas unless it undergoes cooling and liquefaction. The versatility of petroleum gases becomes apparent as we learn that they can be extracted from crude oil and transformed into LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), which serves as a valuable fuel source. Similarly, natural gas primarily composed of methane can also be compressed and utilized in this manner. ExxonMobil's Fawley Oil Refinery and Chemical Plant in Hampshire, UK serve as the backdrop for this remarkable snapshot. This industrial marvel epitomizes cutting-edge technology within Britain's flourishing business landscape. With its towering presence and state-of-the-art machinery, it symbolizes progress and innovation within the energy sector. As we delve into this image captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of Europe's reliance on fossil fuels to power our daily lives. The significance of oil refineries like Fawley cannot be overstated; they play an integral role in meeting our ever-growing energy demands while adhering to stringent environmental standards. In conclusion, this photograph encapsulates both the technological prowess behind gas compression techniques and their critical importance within our modern society's quest for sustainable fuel sources.
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