Revolutionizing Multiphase Flow Measurement with AI

About us

Our Story

MLCan was founded with a vision to solve one of the energy sector’s most persistent challenges: accurate, reliable, and cost-effective measurement of multiphase flows at the wellhead. The idea was sparked in 2020 in response to an industry call for solutions to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact in oil and gas operations. With deep expertise in fluid dynamics, artificial intelligence, and field operations, our team came together to develop the Smart Flow Meter, a breakthrough technology that eliminates the need for bulky test separators and delivers real-time production data.

Since then, MLCan has grown from a concept into a field-ready innovation, supported by leading research institutions, government programs, and industry partners. Our journey reflects a commitment to bridging advanced science with practical solutions that make a tangible difference—helping operators optimize performance, reduce costs, and achieve sustainability goals. As we move toward pilot deployments and commercialization, our story continues to be driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a belief that smarter measurement is the key to a cleaner, more efficient energy future.

 

Our Mission

To transform conventional flow measurement by bringing real-time, AI-powered accuracy directly to every well.
Current multiphase measurement methods rely on centralized test separators, costly, infrequent, and approximate. MLCAN’s smart flow meter, equipped with embedded sensors and artificial intelligence, delivers continuous, precise data for each individual well. This empowers operators to “manage what they can measure,” enabling smarter decision-making, cost savings, and emissions reduction. 

 

Our Vision

A smarter, greener, and more efficient future for fluid monitoring across industries.
By integrating advanced sensor technologies with AI-driven analytics, MLCAN envisions a world where oil and gas operations, and eventually other sectors, benefit from sustainable, real-time insights. Our aim is to enhance operational efficiency, minimize environmental impact, and support data-informed resource management.

Our Team

Mohammad Abbaspour

Fluid Dynamic Expert, Ph.D. 

4 Years of Industry Experience

Mohammad Mansouri

Electrical Engineer, Ph.D. 

7 Years of Industry Experience

Hamed Rahmati 

Mechanical Engineer, Ph.D. Candidate 

4 Years of Industry Experience

Afshin Ghanizadeh

Data Scientist, M.Sc. 

7 Years of Industry Experience

MLCAN Smart Flow Meter

Our Smart Flow Meter transforms complex multi-phase flows into actionable data using advanced sensing and AI technology

Applications

Our technology is designed to impact multiple industries where multiphase flow measurement is critical:

 

1. Oil & Gas Industry

  • Real-time production monitoring at each well.

  • Replaces costly, periodic test separators.

  • Enables enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects through accurate CO₂ and multiphase flow tracking.

 

2. Water & Utilities

 

  • Monitors water distribution networks for flow balance and leak detection.
  • Helps utilities optimize energy use and reduce non-revenue water losses.

 

3. Industrial Processing

 

  • Ensures precision in chemical plants, food & beverage production, and pharmaceuticals where multiphase fluids are common.
  • Environmental Monitoring & Carbon Management
  • Tracks CO₂ injection in carbon capture and storage (CCS).
  • Supports sustainability by helping companies measure and minimize emissions.