Oil and gas operations in the Province of Alberta are required to comply with AER (Alberta Energy Regulator) Directive 017, which specifies measurement and reporting requirements for the industry. Hetek Solutions provides tools to help businesses ensure compliance. Here is what you need to know about AER directives – Directive 017 in particular. Understanding AER...
Category: Gas Safety and Gas Leak Detection
Why LDAR Training is Crucial for Leak Detection and Emissions Reduction in the Gas Industry
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] LDAR training is crucial for the safe and efficient operation of gas companies, refineries, and other related facilities. It helps protect gas workers, the surrounding communities, and the environment by ensuring proper emissions...
How Gas Leak Detection Methods Save Money & the Environment
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Gas leak detection instruments are crucial for gas and water utilities, contractors, and companies. Implementing robust leak detection programs can result in substantial cost savings and significant environmental benefits. This article explores the...
How to Reduce Fugitive Emissions Through LDAR Programs
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] For gas and water utilities, contractors, and oil and gas companies, learning how to reduce fugitive emissions is no longer optional; it’s a regulatory and operational priority. These leaks, whether from valves, fittings, compressors, or tanks, release harmful...
Choosing the Right LDAR Equipment for Leak Detection and Repair in Gas Facilities
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Your choice of LDAR equipment affects how well you can identify and repair equipment leaks and ensure that the leak is properly managed. The right tools help you maintain compliance with government regulations, reduce emissions, and promote...
LDAR Requirements for Gas Industry Professionals
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] For people working in the oil and gas sector, it is vital to understand Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) regulations. These rules and standards aim to decrease fugitive emissions, safeguard the environment, and guarantee safety...
Leak Detection and Repair Programs for the Gas Industry
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] A leak detection and repair is essential for companies in the gas industry to detect, quantify, and fix leaks before they cause safety risks or regulatory issues. These programs are critical for reducing harmful gas emissions,...
A Guide to LDAR Programs for Gas Industry Professionals
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Programs are critical for maintaining efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance in the gas industry. For companies operating across gas utilities, contractors, and oil and gas facilities, understanding and implementing LDAR Programs...
The Importance of Routine Gas Detector Calibration
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_text_color=”#0C71C3″ header_2_line_height=”1.5em” global_colors_info=”{}”] Gas detector calibration is essential for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of gas detectors, which play a critical role in protecting workers across industries. Regular calibration is necessary to detect harmful gases accurately and ensure that gas detectors...