Control Microsystems SCADAPack ProductionPLUS

Control Microsystems has announced the release of SCADAPack ProductionPLUS, a pad-wide optimisation solution combining EFM and plunger lift for 30+ wells per pad. It leverages the functionality and flexibility of the company’s product suite to provide gas operators with an efficient wireless or wired sensor to enterprise application.

It runs in all SCADAPack 4203 gas flow computers and 300-Series controllers. Each is suitable for supporting electronic flow measurement and production optimisation applications while performing control and monitoring tasks. When the 4203 is used at each well head, it provides a distributed intelligence architecture that addresses the downside of having a single point of failure in traditional pad-wide optimisation. In addition, the powerful, built-in PLC allows the 4203 to generate and store over 4000 data records per meter run. The internal digital output can be used to control the sales valve.

The ProductionPLUS Manager is an intuitive, windows-based PC environment that allows operators to easily configure each wellhead, reducing the human error associated with traditional or legacy plunger lift systems. The Manager has three operating modes to serve the life cycle of each well: manual mode, auto intermitter mode and complete plunger lift control.

The solution also improves safety in the field. Wireless sensors eliminate manual data gathering and reduce injuries, specifically with wellhead pressure during the flow-back period.