Geothermal Solutions from Panametrics

Geothermal power plants use hydrothermal resources that contain both hot water (brine) and steam, which is used to drive turbines connected to electricity generators. With a separator in place to segregate water and steam, the latter is transported to the steam turbines while water feeds the heat exchangers.

Geothermal steam flow measurement is crucial because the steam feeds multiple power plants. The amount of steam used must be reported to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), which requires periodic reports to confirm accurate monitoring.

Geothermal brine flow measurement is crucial for the efficiency of the wells. Better understanding the flow rate enables customers, firstly, to control and optimize brine flow; and secondly, to help determine the amount of scale and corrosion inhibitor required to be injected into the well to maintain or even increase productivity.

Flow measurement can positively impact well yield and, subsequently, power generation capacity.