Tag: fugitive emissions
Testing to Fugitive Emissions Standards: Which & Why?
Of the various methods and standards used for testing of valves for low fugitive emission application, which are most appropriate for a valve? Is the decision based on the valve type or design? Is it based on the geographic market the valves are being sold into? Is it based on application? With ISO 15848-1, which of the various tightness, endurance and temperature classes should be applied? In his article, Stan Allen & Vanessa Mertes of Bray International provide guidelines for valve manufacturers, engineering companies and end users on which standard to apply, and when and how the different techniques of the standards should be applied.
Leak Prevention in a 100-Year-Old Andeavor Refinery
Valve World Americas had the pleasure of speaking with Larry Wilkerson, Supervisor of Air Fugitives at the Andeavor's Golden Eagle Refinery in Contra Costa County, California. He was delighted to discuss how he ended up in an environmental role, the main cause of leaks at the plant and the measures that are taken to prevent them from occurring.
Continued success at Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas
The second Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas Conference & Exhibition, held on June 26th and 27th, 2018 has concluded.
An inside perspective on lowering fugitive emissions
The June 2018 issue of Valve World Americas includes an article with the technical team from Micromazza discussing the topic of lowering fugitive emissions.
Solon Manufacturing: Valve live loading
Solon Belleville Springs are effective at preventing valve stem leaks that help reduce fugitive emissions. This is because they maintain the load on a seal, gasket or packing within valve actuators and/or other valve components, which is vital.
Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas: Register today!
The Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas Conference and Expo, taking place on June 26th-27th, 2018 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, aims to bring together a community of end users, manufacturers, distributors and suppliers to discuss the ever-changing world of fugitive emission control technologies and regulations.
