Oil
Skimming for Wells and Other Small Openings with Large Vertical
Drops
NEW! Abanaki's
Solar Powered PetroXtractor
The Abanaki PetroXtractor is a
dependable and cost effective means of removing oil, fuel, and
other floating hydrocarbons from water where access to the fluid
surface is limited. It provides efficient remediation of groundwater
contaminated by oil, using existing recovery and monitoring wells.
Often, the PetroXtractor working alone will reduce oil or fuel
content to an acceptable E.P.A. level. Models are available for
two inch, four inch, and six inch or larger ID well casings, with
removal rates up to 12 gph. (based on SEA 30 motor oil). Depths
of 100 feet or more can be accommodated without the use of pumps.
The PetroXtractor is an oil skimmer
that makes use of the differences in specific gravity and surface
tension between oil and water. These physical characteristics
allow the unit's continuous belt to attract floating oil in the
well. After picking up the oil, the belt travels over the head
pulley on the drive unit and through tandem wiper blades. The
oil is then scraped off both sides of the belt and discharged
through a 1-1/4" ID hose. The unique bearing-less design
of the tail pulley (immersed in the well water) with its tethered
frame allows it to perform three important functions: it keeps
proper tension on the belt, prevents accidental loss down the
well, and keeps the belt centered in the casing.
The PetroXtractor can be installed
in existing wells by mounting it on a flat surface above the well
casing. Skimmer operation consists of merely lowering the belt
and tail pulley into the casing until the pulley is fully immersed,
placing the discharge hose in a container, and switching the unit
on.
- Ideal for removal of floating
oil and other hydrocarbon liquids from existing remediation
or monitoring wells
- Can be installed in well casings
as small as 2 in. ID
- Elevates skimmed oil 100 feet
or more for discharge into 55 gal drum
- Removes up to 12 gph of oil
from water
Advantages
- Allows existing monitoring wells
to be used as recovery wells
- Portable can be easily hand-carried
from site to site
- A single unit separates oil
and elevates it up to 100 feet without a pump
- Skims very little water (unlike
other skimmers and torpedo pumps)
- Maintains skimming efficiency
with fluctuating water level
- Tail pulley is tethered to the
frame to prevent accidental loss of belt and
- tail pulley in the well casing
- Easy mounting, fast cleaning
with minimal maintenance
- Belt materials to fit any application
Rugged Construction For Harsh
Conditions: The PetroXtractor will provide for many years
of trouble-free service. Belts are specifically selected for your
application (see Belt
Selection page). A tough power train keeps the PetroXtractor
running under the most severe conditions. With the proper configuration,
the PetroXtractor can handle liquid temperatures up to 180 °F,
and the pH of the fluid can range from 1 to 13.
Applications
The PetroXtractor is designed for
those applications that have a limited access area and a deep
drop between the mounting surface and the surface of the liquid.
The unit can be used anywhere, even where no electric power or
compressed air is available. Explosion proof and pneumatic motors
are available for areas where combustible fumes may be present.
Vapor-tight models can also enhance the explosion proof properties
of the unit.
- Groundwater monitoring wells
- Recovery wells
- Underground tanks
Features
- Small mounting and operating
area
- Chip resistant-powder coated
finish
- Customized belt lengths and
materials
- Easily mounted on flat surface
- Belt and wipers impervious to
oils and fuels
- Weighted and tethered tail pulley
- Fast cleaning with minimal maintenance
- Can be customized to application
needs
PetroXtractor
Underground Systems
All units can be built Explosion
Proof, Vapor-Tight or Standard. Size of transfer pump is dependent
on product, run to AST and grade differential.
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Non-XP,
Vapor-Tight
This
unit features:
- Fully automated controls
- Product transfer capability
- Above grade monitoring
- Remote disconnect
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Explosion
Proof
This
unit features:
- Fits in shallow
vault (2.5'deep)
- Fully automated controls
- Product transfer capability
- Complete 'in vault' controls
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Standard
This
unit features:
- Fits in narrow
vault (3'dia)
- Fully automated controls
- Product transfer capability
- Complete 'in vault' controls
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Solar
Powered PetroXtractor
Now you can remediate
where there is no power!
Vacuum
Assisted Skimming
The latest
Abanaki system!
This unit is presently being tested
on "Naval Special Fuel" at Pearl Harbor, HI, by Tetra
Tech, Inc. Preliminary results are due sometime in September.
It features a 60 gal tank and fully automated controls.
Specifications
| Oil
Removal Rate: |
Model PX-A: 3 gph (11 lph)
with 1 in.(2.5 cm) wide belt
Model PX-B: 6 gph (23 lph) with 2 in.(5 cm) wide belt
Model PX-C:12 gph (45 lph) with 4 in.(10 cm) wide belt
(Removal rate is based on 30 weight oil in water.) |
| Motor: |
Fractional hp TEFC, 115VAC,
single phase, 60 Hz gear
motor, including 8 foot cord with electrical plug
Optional: 50 Hz; 3-phase; explosion proof; 12VDC;
and pneumatic |
| Belt
Width (Specify): |
PX-A (1 in. (2.5 cm) for 2
in. (5 cm) ID casing
PX-B (2 in. (5 cm)) for 4 in. (10 cm) ID casing
PX-C (4 in. (10 cm)) for 6 in. (15 cm) ID casing |
| Belt
Length: |
User specified (up to 100',
measured from the center of head pulley to center of tail
pulley) |
| Belt
Material: |
Specifically selected for
your application
(see Belt Selection
page) |
| Wiper
Material: |
UHC rubber standard, Optional:
Nitrile, CRV rubber and Ceramic |
| Mounting
Method: |
Flat base mount with oil discharge
through a 1-1/4 in.
(3.1cm) ID hose |
| Mounting
Area: |
Installation drawing coming
soon. |
| Weights: |
Complete assembly without
tail pulley or belt:
Model PX-A: 30 lbs. (13.6 Kg.)
Model PX-B: 31 lbs. (14 Kg.)
Model PX-C: 38 lbs. (17 Kg.)
PX-A Tail pulley: 2 lbs.
( 1.3 Kg.)
PX-B Tail Pulley: 3 lbs. ( 2.7 Kg.)
PX-C Tail Pulley: 4.5 lbs. (4.1 Kg.)
PX-A, 1 in. x 5 ft (1.5m)
polymer belt: 0.55 lbs.(0.25 Kg.)
PX-B, 2 in. x 5 ft (1.5m) polymer belt: 1.1 lbs. (0.5 Kg.)
PX-C, 4 in. x 5 ft (1.5m) polymer belt: 2.2 lbs. (1.0 Kg.)
(Belt weight varies according to actual length specified.)
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| Options
(Specify): |
- Above-ground mounting
stand
- Below grade mounting kit
with reservoir and mounting bracket; transfer pump optional
- Stainless steel construction
- On-Off float switch to
fit 3/4 in.(1.8 cm) bung of discharge drum
- Oil Concentrator™ for
virtually water-free oil discharge. (See back page.)
- Reinforced poly-shelters
for durable protection of skimmer in outside applications
- 24 hour timer to start/stop
PetroXtractor at specified intervals
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| Standard
Configuration: |
The Abanaki PetroXtractor
is supplied with a head pulley guard, adjustable wiper blade
assembly, skimmer belt, tail pulley, fractional hp, 110VAC,
60 Hz gear motor, and assembly/maintence instructions. |
| Specification
Notes: |
- The PetroXtractor is UPS
shippable.
- Consult factory for recommendations
covering operating condictions not listed here.
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