Considerations for a Hydrogen Plant in Canada: Design Factors That Cannot Be Overlooked
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Nov 09, 2021 @ 15:11 PM
Alberta, Canada is on its way to becoming a significant hydrogen hub. As more hydrogen plants and pipelines are built in Canada, design considerations specific to hydrogen service will become increasi …
How Alberta's Oil and Gas Operations Can Achieve Better Corrosion Prevention
by Tristian McCallion on Thu, Oct 28, 2021 @ 09:10 AM
Steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) operations involve corrosive fluids and abrasive media that can threaten the reliability of rotating equipment. When dealing with these harsh fluids in oil and g …
How to Reduce Fugitive Emissions From Gas Pipelines in Alberta
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Oct 26, 2021 @ 12:10 PM
Fugitive emissions are a major target in the fight against climate change. While many jurisdictions, including Alberta, regulate fugitive emissions in the oil and gas industry, most policies focus on …
Why Fugitive Emission Leak Detection is Critical for SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Oct 12, 2021 @ 12:10 PM
Bitumen produced from oil sands, largely by SAGD (Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage), is the largest component of Alberta’s oil and gas production, and these operations are set to continue to provide th …
How Reducing Fugitive Emissions with Valves Can Minimize Costs for Alberta Oil and Gas Operations
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Sep 02, 2021 @ 09:09 AM
Fugitive emissions are unintentional leaks of vapours or gases, typically methane, from pressurized equipment into the atmosphere. Oil and gas facilities have numerous potential sources of fugitive em …
Top 4 Causes of a Seal Support System Leak —And What Northern Alberta Operations Should Do
by Thomas Webster on Tue, Aug 31, 2021 @ 16:08 PM
Petrochemical refineries in Northern Alberta rely on seal support systems to keep pumps working efficiently and safely and to prevent leaks. A seal support system leak, whether slow or catastrophic, c …