Sealing solutions in HPHT environments

摘要

Matching the seal material to the environment is crucial to prolonging the life of seals in oil and gas applications, says James Simpson, Global Segment Director Oil Gas and Energy, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, UK. As oilfields move further into ultra-deep water locations, the requirements for seals used in oil and gas applications increase. They must withstand the harsh conditions, extreme heat and intense pressures experienced in these high pressure, high temperature (HPHT) environments.