Petroleum Custody Measurement Consulting
From field audits to regulatory compliance, Archangel Industries delivers precision measurement expertise that protects your bottom line and keeps you audit-ready.
The Measurement Gap Costs You Money
In petroleum custody transfer, measurement errors compound. A fraction of a percent in meter factor deviation across high-volume pipelines translates directly to lost revenue, failed audits, and regulatory exposure.
Archangel Industries closes that gap. Our consultants bring decades of hands-on experience with flow meters, pipe provers, and the API/AGA standards that govern every barrel transferred.
Our Services
Meter Proving & Calibration
On-site and laboratory proving of turbine, positive displacement, Coriolis, and ultrasonic meters. We perform bi-directional and unidirectional proving runs, calculate meter factors, and deliver traceable calibration documentation.
- Meter factor reports
- Calibration certificates
- API MPMS compliance documentation
- Uncertainty analysis
Pipe Prover Inspection & Certification
Full inspection, maintenance, and certification of small-volume and conventional pipe provers. We verify sphere integrity, detector switch calibration, and volume certification to API MPMS Chapter 4 standards.
- Prover volume certification
- Detector switch calibration
- Sphere condition assessment
- Maintenance recommendations
Measurement System Audits
Comprehensive audits of custody transfer measurement systems for pipelines, terminals, and production facilities. We identify measurement uncertainty, equipment deficiencies, and procedural gaps before regulators do.
- Full system audit report
- Risk-ranked findings
- Corrective action plan
- Regulatory gap analysis
Flow Computer & SCADA Configuration
Configuration, verification, and commissioning of flow computers and SCADA systems for custody transfer applications. We ensure your calculations conform to current API and AGA standards.
- Flow computer configuration files
- Calculation verification reports
- SCADA integration testing
- As-built documentation
Regulatory Compliance Support
Expert guidance on API MPMS, AGA, and jurisdictional measurement regulations. We prepare your team for third-party audits, assist with measurement dispute resolution, and provide expert witness services.
- Compliance gap reports
- Audit preparation support
- Dispute resolution documentation
- Expert witness testimony
Training & Knowledge Transfer
Hands-on training programs for measurement technicians, engineers, and operations personnel. Courses cover meter proving fundamentals, API standards, uncertainty analysis, and field troubleshooting.
- Custom training curriculum
- On-site or remote delivery
- Competency assessments
- Reference materials
Our Engagement Process
A structured approach that minimizes disruption and maximizes measurement confidence.
Discovery & Scoping
We review your existing measurement infrastructure, identify critical transfer points, and define the scope of work with clear deliverables and timelines.
Field Assessment
Our consultants conduct on-site inspections, collect baseline data, and perform initial proving runs to establish current measurement performance.
Analysis & Reporting
Findings are analyzed against API MPMS and applicable regulatory standards. We deliver a detailed report with prioritized recommendations.
Implementation Support
We support your team through corrective actions, equipment upgrades, and procedure updates — ensuring changes are properly documented and verified.
Standards We Work To
API MPMS
Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards — Chapters 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 21
AGA-7 / AGA-9
Measurement of Gas by Turbine and Ultrasonic Meters
AGA-3
Orifice Metering of Natural Gas
ISO 17089
Measurement of Fluid Flow in Closed Conduits — Ultrasonic Meters
OIML R117
Dynamic Measuring Systems for Liquids Other Than Water
NIST Traceability
All calibrations traceable to NIST national standards
Ready to Tighten Your Measurement?
Tell us about your facility and we'll scope a solution that fits your operation.