As part of the rehabilitation of Port Harcourt Refinery Complex in Nigeria, GFSA was commissioned to design and provide a Hydrogen PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) package. This system is a vital element of modern refinery operations, responsible for purifying hydrogen gas utilised in various refining processes.
The scope of the project encompassed the following key activities:
- Design, fabrication, and assembly of adsorber vessels.
- Construction of structural steel frameworks, which included decking, handrails, and access ladders.
- Installation of piping and pipe supports.
- Provision of a lifting beam.
- Incorporation of valves, gauges, instrumentation, and control panels.
A significant challenge stemmed from the physical dimensions and weight of the skid-mounted unit:
- Height constraint: The unit, standing at over 6.8 metres, surpassed the maximum permitted transportation height for the route from GFSA’s Stourbridge facility to the port.
- Logistics and transport: With overall dimensions of 7 metres in length, 3.6 metres in width, and 6.8 metres in height, and a total weight of 10 tonnes, the unit required meticulous planning and development of a bespoke transport solution.
You can discover more about how GFSA’s engineers met the challenge by viewing our case study on the project titled: “Hydrogen Pressure Swing Adsorption package heading to Nigeria” here.