Compressed Natural Gas Plant

Compressed Natural Gas Plant

Item: Compressed Natural Gas Plant
Capacity: 5,000 ~ 500,000 Nm³/d
Pressure: 20.0 ~ 25.0 MPaG
Product purity (methane content): CH₄≥ 95% (V)

Product Introduction

 

The Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Plant is an integrated system designed for natural gas treatment, compression, storage, and distribution.

Natural Gas Treatment

 

Key Technical Data

 

Parameter

Specification

Plant Capacity

5,000–500,000 Nm³/day

Feed Gas Pressure

0.1–1.0 MPa

Operating Pressure

20–25 MPaG

Methane Purity

CH₄ ≥95% (Vol.)

Water Content

<10 ppm

Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S)

<20 mg/Nm³

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Project-specific

Nitrogen (N₂)

Project-specific

Compressor Type

Multi-stage Reciprocating Compressor or Screw Compressor

Compression Stage Pressure

4–6 MPa per Stage

Storage Type

High-Pressure Cylinders or Storage Tanks

Storage Pressure

20–25 MPa

Refueling Time

3–5 Minutes per Vehicle

Control System

PLC or DCS-Based Automatic Control

Safety Protection

Pressure Relief Valves, Safety Valves, Pressure Gauges

Storage Vessel Design Life

≥20 Years

Average MTBF

>8,000 Hours

Energy Saving

5–8% Lower Energy Consumption than Conventional Designs

Carbon Emission Reduction

Approximately 20–30% Lower than Gasoline or Diesel

Ambient Temperature

Customized According to Project Location

Installation Type

Skid-Mounted or Modular Design

Operation Mode

Continuous Automatic Operation

 

Working Principle

 

Raw Natural Gas

Filter Separator (Liquid & solid removal)

Gas Purification (Desulfurization & Dehydration Units)

Multi-Stage Compression (with Intercooling between stages)

High-Pressure CNG Storage (Cylinders / Cascades)

CNG Distribution Terminal

├─ Vehicle Fueling Dispensers

└─ Industrial Gas Supply Interface

 

Key Features

 

  • Modular plant layout integrating gas treatment, compression, storage, and dispensing sections.
  • Multi-stage compressor package mounted on a welded structural base frame.
  • Intercooler system installed between compression stages.
  • PLC or DCS-based control system with centralized operation and monitoring functions.
  • Instrumentation package for continuous pressure, temperature, and equipment status monitoring.
  • Automatic shutdown logic configured for abnormal operating conditions.
  • Pressure relief devices installed throughout critical high-pressure sections.
  • High-pressure piping fabricated under qualified welding procedures.
  • Expandable plant architecture allowing future capacity expansion

 

Typical Applications

 

  • CNG fueling stations
  • Industrial fuel gas supply
  • Distributed energy and urban peak shaving systems
  • Temporary or mobile gas supply projects
  • Industrial parks and commercial facilities

 

Engineering and Design

 

Engineering design focuses on:

  • Compressor stage configuration
  • Intercooler arrangement
  • Gas treatment integration
  • Pressure management
  • Energy consumption optimization
  • System operating stability
  • Future expansion requirements

 

Quality Assurance and Safety

 

  • ISO9001 Quality Management System
  • ISO14001 Environmental Management System
  • ASME BPVC Section VIII compliance for pressure vessels
  • Third-party inspection of critical components
  • Certified welding procedures with ultrasonic (UT) and penetrant (PT) testing
  • 72-hour continuous performance testing before delivery
  • Compressor systems with overload protection and real-time temperature monitoring
  • Storage vessels designed for ≥20 years service life

 

Operation and Maintenance

  • Scheduled compressor oil replacement and filter cleaning
  • Instrument calibration and pressure system inspections
  • 24/7 technical support, initial response within 8 hours
  • Remote troubleshooting for operational adjustments within 24 hours
  • Field service support domestically within 48 hours and internationally within 72 hours

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is the methane purity of the produced CNG?

A: Methane content is not less than 95% by volume.

Q: What operating pressure does the plant use?

A: The system operates at 20–25 MPa, including compression, storage, and dispensing sections.

Q: Can the plant supply both vehicle fueling stations and industrial users?

A: Yes. The distribution system can be configured for vehicle fueling, industrial gas supply, or both.

Q: What compressor types are available?

A: Multi-stage reciprocating compressors and screw compressors are available depending on project requirements.

Q: What capacity range is available?

A: Standard plant capacities range from 5,000 Nm³/day to 500,000 Nm³/day.

 

 
 

 

 
 

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