Train

[Nastik]

Hello!

Could you help me to understand the meaning of the word "train" in this sentence?

It has also been decided that the output capacity of the three-train natural gas liquids complex be raised by adding a fourth and a fifth trains by the end of 2010.

Thank you.
/Nastya

[danmahaffey]

In this report, a train is a major component of a natural gas processing plant. It represents a major process, like a manufacturing line, and represents capacity. Gas flows in, engineering miracles happen, and pipeline products flow out.

If you have an engineering interest, here is a web site and a report with a thorough discussion of natural gas processing trains:
http://www.allalaskalng.com/
http://www.allalaskalng.com/images/Stone_Webster_report.pdf.

Have fun.