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Oil Movement and Storage

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1. Key words : a. Crude Oil: Unrefined petroleum as it is extracted from the ground, the primary feedstock for refineries. b. Feedstocks: Raw materials, including crude oil and other hydrocarbons, used in refinery processes to produce fuels and other products. c. Intermediates : Partially processed materials that are between stages in the refining process. d. Finished Products : Final products from the refining process, ready for sale or further use, such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and lubricants. e. Tanks : Large containers used to store crude oil, intermediates, and finished products. f. Tank Farm : A group of large storage tanks used to store crude oil, intermediates, and finished products. g. Pipelines : Systems used to transport oil and petroleum products between different units within the refinery or to external locations. h. Pipeline Network : A system of pipelines that transport liquids within and outside the refinery i. Manifolds : Piping arrangements that allow for t...

Data Management for Oil and Gas Professionals

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1. Introduction This article is a comprehensive guide to data management designed specifically for oil and gas professionals. It addresses the crucial role of data across its entire lifecycle, from initial acquisition to final disposal.Effective data management supports informed decision-making, ensures regulatory compliance, and mitigates risks.The document also dives deep into the standard practices of collecting, managing, and analyzing geophysical and well data. Throughout this guide, we'll highlight the essential role of data quality and security within the oil and gas industry. 2. Management of Data Through the Whole Data Lifecycle    Proper data acquisition methods are essential for gathering accurate, relevant, and timely data from diverse sources, such as geophysical surveys, drilling operations, and production monitoring. Data processing involves t...