Project: Petronas Gas Berhad – Gas Compressor station

EPCC - Engineering Procurement Construction & Commissioning of :

1) Fire water system and Instrumentation .

2) HVAC system
3) Explosion proof detectors
4) Supply manpower for piping, hydrotest, re- instatement, pre- commissioning and N2 helium test
of 200mm Carbon Steel pipes

Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning

About the Project:

What Are Compressor Stations?

Compressor stations are facilities located along a natural gas pipeline which compress the gas to a
specified pressure, thereby allowing it to continue traveling along the pipeline to the intended recipient.

Frequency of Compressor Stations – The total number of compressor station facilities required to move
product varies depending on the region and conditions. Generally compressor stations are located about
every 40-70 miles along the pipeline.

Operating Pressure of the Pipeline – There is a wide variation in the pressure within a given section of
pipeline compared to other pipelines in other areas. The typical pressure may range anywhere from 200
psi (pounds per square inch) to 1,500 psi. This wide variation is also due to the type of area in which the
pipeline is operating, its elevation, and the diameter of the pipeline. Because of the change in the
environment, compressor stations may compress natural gas at different levels. Supply and demand can
also be a factor at times in the level of compression required for the flow of the natural gas.

Liquid Separation and Filtering at Compressor Stations – Compressor stations typically include
scrubbers, strainers or filter separators which remove liquids, dirt, particles, and other impurities from
the natural gas. Though natural gas is considered “dry” as it passes through the pipeline, water and
other hydrocarbons may condense out of the gas as it travels. Thus compressor stations will also remove
these impurities from the gas so that they can be disposed of or sold as desired.

Personnel at Compressor Stations – Depending on the particular compressor station, its size,
sophistication, and other factors, it may or may not be staffed with live, on-site personnel. Many
modern compressor stations can be completely monitored and operated remotely.
How Do Compressor Stations Work?

Compressor stations include several key component parts, the primary being the actual compressor
unit. The main parts include:

Compressor Unit – The compressor unit is the piece of equipment which actually compresses the gas.
Some compressor stations may have multiple compressor units depending on the needs of the pipeline.
The compressor unit is a large engine which typically works in one of three ways:

Turbines with Centrifugal Compressors – This type of compressor is powered by a turbine to turn a
centrifugal compressor and is powered by natural gas from the pipeline itself.

Electric Motors with Centrifugal Compressors – This type of compressor also utilizes centrifugal
compressors to compress the gas; however, instead of being powered by a natural gas fueled turbine,
they instead rely on high voltage electric motors.

Reciprocating Engine with Reciprocating Compressor – This type of compressor uses large piston engines
to crank reciprocating pistons located within cylindrical cases on the side of the unit. These reciprocating
pistons compress the gas. These engines are also fueled by natural gas.

Filters and Scrubbers – As mentioned above another component of compressor stations are filters and
scrubbers which remove water, hydrocarbons, and other impurities from the natural gas.

Gas Cooling Systems – When the natural gas is compressed its temperature rises. This is usually offset by
having the gas travel through cooling systems which return it to temperatures that will not damage the
pipeline.

Mufflers – Mufflers are typically present to help reduce the noise level at compressor stations. These are
especially important if the compressor station is located near residential or other inhabited areas.
Why Are Compressor Stations Important?

Compressor stations enable the natural gas itself to travel through the pipelines which is crucial to the
natural gas transport system. They also allow the gas to be rerouted into storage areas during periods of
low demand. In addition, compressor stations are often accompanied by PIG launchers and PIG receivers
which are vital for the maintenance and efficiency of the pipeline. They even include many safety
features allowing the pipeline and station to function safely.

What are the public safety measures in place at compressor stations?

A. Compressor stations are highly regulated facilities that must meet rigorous siting, safety and
environmental standards established respectively by FERC, USDOT and the EPA. Texas Eastern’s
compressor stations integrate a variety of safety systems and practices designed to protect the public,
our employees and the environment. The proposed Ohio Pipeline Energy Network project’s 30 inch
diameter high-strength steel pipeline will at a minimum meet the USDOT’s Code of Federal Regulations
and is planned to be certificated by FERC for an operating pressure up to 1200 pounds per square inch.

Compressor stations are designed with continuous monitoring devices along with emergency shutdown
systems capable of isolating the station and safely venting the gas very quickly in the unlikely event of an
emergency. Since natural gas is lighter than air, natural gas rises and dissipates quickly into the
atmosphere. These systems are designed and routinely tested to be reliable, which is why it is extremely
rare to have compressor station incidents.

Compressors stations are also designed with emergency manual shutdown buttons strategically placed
throughout the facility which can be activated by station operators. Every one of our compressor
stations is operated and maintained by highly skilled, experienced personnel trained to safely maintain
the station and its pipelines.

STI Group offers full turnkey construction and fabrication services for compressor stations. These
services include the various components such as scrubbers, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors,
compressor skid modularization, associated piping and housing. In addition we handle pumping stations,
gas treatment facilities, launcher and receiver fabrication and installation, and even the assembly,
dismantling, and reassembly of the stations themselves.

Scope of works

ENGINEERING

Basic Design Package, or Front Engineering and Design (FEED) to create an efficient, effective, integrated
and optimized final engineering design package ready for Construction.

PROCUREMENT

Ensure negotiated contractual order delivery times meet or exceed project schedules
Ensure, through pro-active expediting, that subcontractors will manufacture and deliver the equipment
and materials on or before contractual delivery dates.

Ensure orders are placed with best possible pricing, including agreed conditions for spare parts, and
subcontractors technical services.

Obtain all required subcontractors documentation on or before the agreed issue dates to meet project
engineering schedules and to avoid delay in deliveries.

CONSTRUCTION

Construction is the last stage of project execution before final commissioning and its inherent
complexities require a team’s full attention and unwavering diligence to ensure its safe and acceptable
completion. From the first site survey to the last bolt installation, Chiyoda will work alongside you and
as your project advocate to ensure all contractors and subcontractors are performing at the highest
capabilities.

COMMISSIOINING

Project commissioning is the process of assuring that all systems and components of the project are
designed, installed, tested, operated, and maintained according to the operational requirements of the
Owner. The main objective of commissioning is to affect the safe and orderly handover of the unit from
the Constructor to the Owner, guaranteeing its operability in terms of performance, reliability, safety,
and information traceability. Additionally, when executed in a planned and effective way,
commissioning normally represents an essential factor for the fulfilment of schedule, costs, safety, and
quality requirements of the project

EPCC/EPCIC Capabilities OVER three decades, DIALOG has successfully undertaken complex engineering,
procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) projects throughout Australasia, including
Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia and New Zealand. Over THE past 5 years this capability
has expanded into offshore Engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning
(EPCIC) of projects involving offshore platforms. Our highly skilled multidisciplinary teams have the
expertise to manage projects in their entirety — from feasibility and conceptual design to detailed
engineering. International Procurement then follows through construction and completion. In every
case so far, we have delivered end-products that met or surpassed our customers’ specific
requirements.

DIALOG’s vast EPCC/ EPCIC experience includes:

Complex fabrication work and installations with piping products, pressure vessels, and steel structures

Design and construction of all types of API 650 storage tanks and spheres

Design , fabrication of platforms , offshore installation, hook-up, and commissioning projects

Extensive onshore live-plant retrofits and revamp projects

Electrical, instrumentation, and control system commissioning