Non-nuclear multiphase flowmeters (MPFMs) offer an alternative to traditional nuclear-based flow-metering systems, addressing environmental and regulatory concerns while potentially maintaining measurement accuracy and reliability. The objective of this study was to field test a non-nuclear MPFM and assess its performance under challenging operating conditions. The non-nuclear MPFM demonstrated reliable performance in measuring multiphase flow rates of oil, water, and gas during flowback operations, with measurement accuracy within an acceptable margin of error compared with conventional separator data, with good repeatability under varying flow conditions.
Non-Nuclear Multiphase-Flow Measurement
The MPFM deployed in this study offers full-range, non-nuclear capabilities with enhanced data intelligence and operational simplicity. This technology is engineered for versatile production environments, including heavy-oil and wet-gas applications, and monitors individual or group wells accurately in real time.
