For oil and gas companies, every drop of oil counts. The more accurately you can measure and separate water from oil, the more efficiently your operation runs, which leads to quicker and higher profits—and that’s where water cut meters or BS&W meters come into play. These meters ensure you’re not losing valuable oil or paying for unnecessary water in custody transfers, giving you tighter control over your bottom line by providing a highly accurate water cut measurement.

Water cut meters can be installed at various points in the production process, including wellheads, separators, and LACT skids. During custody transfers, the accuracy provided by a water cut meter ensures that both parties involved in the transaction are dealing with the exact volume of oil—not water. This accuracy leads to significant cost savings by avoiding unnecessary disputes, reprocessing, decreased production and labor costs, and inefficiencies.

Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency

Beyond financial savings, water cut meters deliver operational efficiency. When used at key points, such as in separators or desalters, these devices quickly identify whether the oil meets quality standards by measuring how much water remains in the overall crude. If water levels exceed acceptable thresholds, the oil can be immediately reprocessed, reducing delays and the energy associated with unnecessary downstream operations. This real-time feedback ensures the plant can operate at peak efficiency, saving both time and labor costs.

Environmental and Compliance Benefits 

There’s a growing need for oil companies to be environmentally responsible, and water cut meters play an important role in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. By catching and diverting excess water early in the process, companies can avoid potentially hazardous water runoff and prevent costly penalties from agencies like the EPA. Accurate monitoring of water levels can also help minimize environmental impact, enhancing your company’s reputation as a responsible operator.

Versatility Across Industries 

While oil and gas are the core industries that benefit from water cut meters, other sectors like food and beverage, tar applications, and lubrication systems have seen value in using these devices. For example, monitoring water content in milk fats ensures high product quality in the dairy industry, while in lubrication systems, detecting water content prevents equipment damage by maintaining proper oil viscosity.

Drexelbrook branded water water cut meters deliver measurable benefits by reducing costs, improving production efficiency, and enhancing compliance. Whether you’re looking to streamline operations, reduce waste, or protect your bottom line, water cut meters are an investment that will pay off quickly. Start maximizing your ROI by integrating this essential technology into your processes today.