HIGH ACCURACY
FLOW AND FRACTION
MEASUREMENT
– FROM OUTSIDE OF THE PIPE –
XSENS AS Awarded
Accuracy
- High accuracy obtained by multi-path measurement
- Flow disturbance tolerant
- Long term measurement stability
HIGH ACCURACY
XSENS AS Awarded
INTELLIGENCE CLAMPED ON
ACCURATE MEASUREMENT OF LIQUID, WATER CUT, GAS AND WET GAS
XSENS FLOW TECHNOLOGY PROVIDES
- Accuracy and robustness equal or better than in-line flow meters
- Installation on the outside of standard process piping
THE FLOW MEASUREMENT DREAM
OUR PRODUCTS
XSENS flow meters combine the best from inline and clamp-on flow meter technology:
XSENS FLOW METERS
INFORMATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS:
When traditional in-line flow meters require 10D/5D upstream/downstream straight pipe
XSNES clamp-on multi-path transducers compensate for flow disturbances and require short pipe lengths
When production stop or pipeline modifications is not an option
XSENS Clamp-on flow meters can be retrofitted almost anywhere on the pipe.
When cost is high for pipe design, installation, cutting and welding of pipe work
Cost of XSENS flow meter including installation is typically 50% of a conventional flow meter
When potential leakage points are unacceptable or process fluids are erosive/corrosive
XSENS flow meter require no flanges or intrusive sensor system sealings subject to inspection or risk management
When calibration and service is costly or require by-pass arrangements
XSENS flow meters need no by-pass pipe/valves
When pipe geometry is challenging and use of lifting equipment is not possible
XSENS flow meter weight is low and can easily be installed by one person without any lifting device
SUMMARY OF XSENS FLOW METER ADVANTAGES:
- High accuracy
- Accurate liquid flow rate and water-cut measurement
- Accuracte gas and wet gas measurement
- Clamp-on flow meter design for 25 year operation
COST OF XSENS METERS
Due to the clamp-on design, installed cost of XSENS meters are typically 50% lower than any inline meter. This because there is no cost in design of piping arrangement, cutting of pipes, welding of flanges and heavy lifting as for inline meters requiring scarf holding etc.
The cost of the meter itself depends on the following; Do you want the meter to measure liquid flow with or without water cut, gas flow with or without small amounts of water or only liquid flow. Do you need to install the meter close to a bend, pump or other restriction not giving the meter 10D upstream straight length or 5D downstream free length. As an example a standard 4” XRATE liquid flow meter will cost typically USD 18K-20K.
Lease the XSENS flow meter or just pay for data: Flexible clamp-on flow meter solutions deserve flexible contract solutions. XSENS FLOW SOLUTIONS offers leasing contracts or pay for data arrangements as an alternative to traditional purchase contacts. Send us your request.
Where to use XSENS flow meters:
- Downstream test & production separators
- Pipeline to/from storage tanks
- Allocation measurement
(liquid and gas) - Loading / off loading
Where not to use XSENS flow meters:
- As of today XSENS provide no multiphase meters
- Fiscal metering accuracy requirements
- Pipe sizes smaller than 1 ½’’
TECHNOLOGY
Disruptive clamp-on ultrasound technology: Functionality scalable from single flow signal to fluid fraction
XSENS`s meters are using new innovative ultrasonic technology to obtain best possible accuracy
All meters have a clamp-on design with all its benefits (no leakage, easy to install, low weight, cost). It uses ultrasonic technology but in a novel way being able to measure a full velocity profile similar to inline ultrasonic meters.
All meters have a clamp-on design with all its benefits (no leakage, easy to install, low weight, cost). It uses ultrasonic technology but in a novel way being able to measure a full velocity profile similar to inline ultrasonic meters.
The meters can be used in a variety of applications, not only the oil and gas industry, but also for water measurements and in the process industry.
Utilizing both axial and helical transducers (patented), XSENS is able to measure flow velocity off-centre as well as through the center. This has not been possible before with a clamp-on design and ensures optimal accuracy.
XSENS technology is also capable of measuring 0-100% watercut utilizing speed of sound signals and newly proprietary models to interpret the data. This means clients get flow and watercut measurements from the same meter.
Bringing new innovative technologies to the market always generates a lot of questions. We have collected and answered a lot of these already and if you would like to see these visit our FAQ`s.
XSENS Sustainable Business Development
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ABOUT US
Remi Andre Kippersund
VP R&D
Remi is the main inventor of the XSENS guided wave ultrasonic technology. Remi holds a MSc in acoustics from the University of Bergen and a BSc in Electronics from Bergen University College. Remi has more than 15 years of experience within ultrasonic measurement technology research and development at Christian Michelsen Research AS in Bergen, Norway. His experience includes transducer design for acoustic flow meters for the oil and gas industry, as well as participation and technical management of acoustic technology research programs involving several oil and technology companies. Remi has been involved with XSENS AS since the start, becoming an XSENS AS employee since 2016.
Kjell-Rune Toftevåg
VP Products
Kjell Rune holds a MSc in in Physics from the University of Bergen, majoring in acoustics and industrial instrumentation. After completing his Thesis at Christian Michelsen Research AS, Kjell-Rune worked with multiphase flow measurement at FlowSys AS. Thereafter he held several technology and management positions within Hydro, StatoilHydro and Aker Solutions within subsea and downhole disciplines, before he joined AGR Enhanced Drilling in 2013. In AGR he held the position as VP Product Development and Technical Support, Senior Control System Manager and Project Director, heading the global responsibility for development, installation and operation of Enhanced Drilling Control Systems. Kjell-Rune was employed by XSENS AS in 2017.
Magne K. Husebø
CEO
Magne has almost 30 years of experience within industrial measurement technology after completing his BSc within Automation Technology in 1988. After various operations, project, and sales management positions, including Bailey (ABB) and Fagerberg (Krohne), he established Tracerco Norge AS and was heading Tracerco reservoir, process diagnostics and instrumentation activities in Norway and North Europe thereafter. After joining Christian Michelsen Reserach AS in 2010, as the CMR Instrumentation Technology Director, Magne was in 2013 given the responsibility to bring the patented CMR ultrasonic guided wave technology to market through the establishment of XSENS AS.
Kenneth Olsvik
VP Business Development
Kenneth has his main expertise within multiphase flow measurement technology both topside and subsea. His experience counts more than 30 years in the oil and gas industry, mainly within measurement technology. Kenneth holds a MSc in Petroleum Technology from the University of Stavanger. After various positions in Fluenta and Roxar, both in Norway and abroad, he became head of Roxar topside and subsea meter business globally. After Emerson acquisition of Roxar, he was entitled Deputy Managing Director of Roxar Flow Measurement. In 2014 he joined Siemens Subsea Products as CEO, and has headed both Sorbwater and Metas as CEO. Kenneth was employed by XSENS AS in 2018.
XSENS AS
Board of Directors
Dr. Christopher Giertsen, Chairman of the Board holds the position as Executive Vice President – Commercialization, NORCE (Norwegian Research Centre AS). NORCE is through its investment company Tecom AS the largest XSENS shareholder. In addition to the Chairman role, Mr. Giertsen assists XSENS in matters relevant to his long experience of technology and business development management. Mr. Giertsen hold a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Bergen.
Dr. David Lysne, Board Director
and shareholder Proventure Seed II AS Managing Partner. Mr. Lysne brings entrepeneurship and international oil service experience, as well as global production technology competence to the XSENS board. Mr. Lysne holds an MSc in Mechanical Engineering and a PhD in production technology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
Ingvar Katmo, Board Director
representing shareholders Proventure Seed II AS and Investinor AS. Mr. Katmo holds an MSc from University of Mannheim and a MBA from the University of Oregon and brings in expertise relating to corporate finance and business administration.
Jon Trygve Berg, Board Director
representing shareholder Sarsia Seed II AS. Mr. Berg brings experience in commercializing research based technologies and significant investor experience from early stage companies. Mr. Berg holds an B.Eng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, an M.Phil from the University of Cambridge and holds an MBA in strategy and management from Norwegian School of Economics (NHH). Mr. Berg is also a Certified Analyst.
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