ExxonMobil, whose headquarters are located in Texas, has announced its development of cMISTTM technology, which aims to dehydrate natural gas using a patented absorption system inside pipes and replace the need for conventional dehydration tower technology. This technology could be deployed at both land-based and offshore natural gas production operations.
The new technology is designed to remove water vapor present during the production of natural gas. Removing water vapor through the use of dehydration technology reduces corrosion and equipment interference, helping to ensure the safe and efficient transport of natural gas through the supply infrastructure and ultimately to consumers.
ExxonMobil has licensed cMIST technology to the Chemtech division of Sulzer, a leading player in separation technologies, to facilitate deployment across the oil and gas industry.