The oil and gas market has global importance and continues to grow steadily across the country.
Therefore, it is relevant to discuss strengthening the segment through energy solutions.
Understand the main operational points of the sector and development opportunities, especially for electricity supply.
Sector operation and the benefits of energy solutions
According to the IBGE, the extractive industry grew by 1.9% in the first quarter of 2023, reaching 7.7% of GDP.
The increase is due to the extraction of oil, gas, and iron ore.
Additionally, the ANP – National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels – regulates operations in the oil and gas sector.
Through the ANP, regulations are established for the operation and monitoring of oil activities.
Hiring energy solutions strengthens the oil and gas sector, especially in areas with little or no energy.
Energy solutions, such as temporary energy supply, environment air conditioning, and the use of aerial platforms, will optimize the following activities in particular:
- Support in drilling activities;
- Air conditioning of environments and machines in offshore installations;
- Support with energy supply at extraction bases;
- Temporary energy solutions at collection points;
- Supply and energy during offshore operations;
- Load bank tests before the start of extraction operations;
- Ship maintenance, with support from lifting platforms;
- Temporary power generation during scheduled shutdowns;
The dynamism of Oil and Gas activities
The oil and gas market is dynamic and includes activities carried out on land and at sea, known respectively as offshore and onshore.
Additionally, it also encompasses the transportation, refining, and trading of oil and its derivatives.
We highlight the main applications of energy solutions in the oil and gas sector:
Main or complementary power generation on oil platforms
Given the size of the sector, continuous power generation becomes essential, whether as the main or complementary means of supply.
The locations where extraction activities take place are particularly positioned in regions with poor or non-existent power supply.
In such situations, power generator sets are the main sources of supply for the operation and the recommended energy solutions.
In other cases, generators serve as a complement to the official supply during strategic or unforeseen shutdowns.
Equipment and generator testing
Oil and natural gas stations require frequent checks on the equipment used, especially regarding power.
For this purpose, the use of load banks is recommended, providing necessary support for simulating heating sources when needed.
Equipment testing is also recommended before the start of a base’s operational activities.
Operation at elevated heights
Certain activities in the oil and gas sector require the elevation of people to be carried out.
Imagine, for example, a ship that needs maintenance in a very elevated area.
Certainly, there will be a need for safe equipment, both for the elevation of people and for the operation itself.
Other segment units that require power generation
There are other areas, also important for the oil and gas segment, that require opportunities for power generation.
Among them:
- Main or complementary power generation in onshore units, focusing on oil and/or gas extraction;
- Main or complementary power generation in maritime support vessels;
- Main or complementary power generation in refining units;
Market challenges
A challenge in power generation in oil and gas is reaching locations not covered by the supply company.
Additionally, time is another factor that needs attention in oil operations and can influence results.
The costs involved with equipment maintenance can also become a challenge for the sector. Want to take advantage and learn about the main benefits of renting power generators? Click here.
We can strengthen your O&G company!
Considering an extremely important market for the country and abroad, it is essential to operate with quality solutions to accelerate operations.
Investing in energy solutions, such as generators, load banks, and temperature controllers, will streamline professionals’ work routines.
Additionally, it is also possible to use aerial platforms, equipment for lifting people in direct and indirect segment activities.
Many of the spaces used by sector players have opportunities for climate control processes, and it is possible to contribute with this solution as well.
We, at Tecnogera, are leaders in the complementary power generation market and offer effective solutions for each client.
This streamlines the client’s routine and improves results.
To learn more and strengthen deliveries in the oil and gas sector, contact us right now with our team.
