TOPIC:
Fugitive Emission Reduction Technologies for Reciprocating Compressors
INSTRUCTOR(S):
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Randy graduated from the University of Calgary in 1990 with a B.Sc. in Computer Science. From 1991 to 2006 he worked in the field of engine and compressor diagnostics developing both portable and continuous monitoring systems. Randy joined HOERBIGER Corporation of America in 2006 providing Project Management for new product introductions. His experience includes Product and Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Field Testing, and Product Market introduction. Currently Randy is the North American Valve Product Manager.
DETAILS:
One (1) hour presentation, including up to 15 min. Q&A
DESCRIPTION:
“Methane is the second most abundant anthropogenic GHG after carbon dioxide (CO2), accounting for about 20 percent of global emissions. Methane is more than 25 times as potent as carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the atmosphere. Over the last two centuries, methane concentrations in the atmosphere have more than doubled, largely due to human-related activities. Because methane is both a powerful greenhouse gas and short-lived compared to carbon dioxide, achieving significant reductions would have a rapid and significant effect on atmospheric warming potential.”
https://www.epa.gov/gmi/importance-methane
As a manufacturer of critical infrastructure for the global energy sector, we have an obligation to use our engineering expertise and experience to help mitigate the fugitive emissions of greenhouse gases such as methane from our equipment. In this presentation, we will identify sources of emissions, explore the function of sealing technology, and methods to reduce emissions.