Rotork Supplies Actuators for a Fully Electrified Offshore Gas Platform

Rotork has supplied over 200 actuators for an automated ‘next generation’ fully electrified offshore gas platform

ROTORK has supplied over 200 actuators to ONE-Dyas for the N05-A upstream gas processing platform, located in the Dutch North Sea.

The Skilmatic SI intelligent self-contained electro-hydraulic actuators, IQT3 Pro intelligent part-turn electric actuators and CVA continuous unrestricted modulating actuators will support the electrification and automation of the platform.

HSM Offshore was contracted to build N05-A – which will turn upstream wet natural gas into dry natural gas for pipeline export – by Dutch exploration and production company ONE-Dyas.

The next generation platform, scheduled for production in the winter of 2024/2025, is expected to reach “near zero” operational emissions (scope 1 and 2) and will be the North Sea’s first fully electrified gas production platform. Electrification is central to ONE-Dyas’ near-zero strategy, with power primarily supplied by a nearby German offshore wind farm, Riffgat.

Reduced maintenance visits and limited unplanned helicopter flights also form part of the near-zero initiative. The platform will be fully automated and typically unmanned, with all plant equipment controlled autonomously. Reliability is also key to reducing unplanned visits to the platform, and digital solutions further support reliability and availability of assets.

The energy efficiency of Rotork’s actuators will further support the near-zero emissions target. Electric actuators only consume power when in operation, unlike pneumatic actuators and controls, which need a constant supply of either gas or locally produced compressed air.

Rotork performed a factory fit of the Skilmatic SIs with free issued valves for the N05-A project, which were fitted and calibrated at Rotork’s Rotterdam service centre then shipped to the HSM Offshore yard.

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Meanwhile, Rotork has announced its official entry into the Rockwell Automation Technology Partner Program. This collaboration marks a significant step in expanding Rotork’s presence within the industrial automation landscape.

As part of the partnership, Rotork’s IQ3 Pro electric actuator with EtherNet/IP connectivity will be featured in Rockwell Automation’s Technology Partner product reference catalogue and system design tools. This integration will make it easier for engineers, system integrators, and end users to specify Rotork’s advanced actuation solutions in a wide range of industrial applications.

“We’re proud to be joining Rockwell Automation’s Technology Partner Program,” said Andy Filkins, global head of business development. “This collaboration enhances the visibility of our Ethernet-enabled IQ3 Pro actuator and supports our commitment to delivering smart, connected solutions to customers around the world.”

While the IQ3 Pro is the first product to be listed, Rotork anticipates expanding its presence in the Rockwell partner network as additional products in its portfolio become Ethernet-compatible.