Jacketed Vessels for Oil and Gas
Jacketed vessels for oil and gas are industrial containers designed for heated storage, temperature-controlled processing, and thermal treatment of petroleum products. These vessels maintain product temperatures for viscosity control, prevent solidification of heavy products, and enable temperature-dependent processing operations.
Why are Jacketed Vessels Needed for Oil and Gas?
Oil and gas operations require jacketed vessels for heated storage of viscous products, temperature-controlled separation processes, and thermal conditioning. Many petroleum products require elevated temperatures to maintain pumpability. Jacket heating prevents solidification while enabling efficient handling and processing.
Jacketed Vessel Types for Oil and Gas
Roben, Mfg, Inc. manufactures various jacketed vessel types for oil and gas:
- Storage Tanks
- Process Vessels
- Separators
- Treaters
- Mixing Tanks
- Chemical Injection Vessels
Oil and Gas Applications
Common applications include:
- Heated crude storage
- Asphalt storage
- Wax prevention
- Viscosity control
- Chemical treatment
- Process heating
Certifications and Standards
Our jacketed vessels are designed and manufactured in accordance with stringent industry standards:
- ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Pressure vessel design and fabrication
- FDA cGMP Guidelines: Pharmaceutical manufacturing compliance
- 3-A Sanitary Standards: Food and dairy equipment
- ISO 9001: Quality management system certification
- PED: Pressure Equipment Directive for European compliance
- ATEX Directive: Explosive atmosphere certification where applicable
Jacketed Vessels for Oil and Gas FAQs
What heating media are used for oil and gas vessels?
Common heating media include steam (widely available at refineries), hot oil/thermal fluid (for higher temperatures), and hot water (for moderate heating). Selection depends on required temperature, available utilities, and control requirements. Jacket design optimizes performance with the selected media.
How do jacketed vessels meet hazardous area requirements?
Jacketed vessels for hazardous areas use appropriate electrical classifications, proper bonding and grounding, and designs meeting ATEX, IECEx, or NEC/CEC requirements. Heating systems are specified for the area classification. Complete packages are available for Zone 1/2 or Class I Division 1/2 installations.
Contact Roben, Mfg, Inc.
For more information about our jacketed vessel solutions or to request a quote, please contact Roben, Mfg, Inc. today. Our experienced engineering team utilizes advanced thermal modeling software to optimize jacket designs for your specific heat transfer requirements.
Phone: (732) 364-6000 | Email: sales@robenmfg.com
760 Vassar Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
