HVAC framework agreement with Equinor
Good ventilation and cooling are vital safety factors in petroleum production. AF has a framework agreement for the maintenance and modification of HVAC systems at Equinor's installations both onshore and offshore.
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HVAC systems on offshore platforms require continuous servicing, with minimal impact on production. The framework agreement gives Equinor access to our expertise in HVAC maintenance and modification.
North Sea
HVAC: Safeguarding Offshore Platforms
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems play a critical role in ensuring safety on offshore platforms. Reservoir pressure and temperature are extremely high, and when oil and gas are extracted from the well, the ventilation system must regulate both to maintain safe operating conditions. Once extracted, oil, water and gas are separated for further processing.
HVAC systems are designed with safety as their primary function. They protect explosive areas, maintain overpressure to keep hazardous escape routes free from gas and smoke, and ensure that the correct temperature is sustained throughout the platform. These technical systems are the first to start up and the last to shut down, whether the shutdown is planned or unplanned.