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Obtain accurate NOX values for strategies to reduce emissions from combustion
In the process of developing low-nitrogen-oxide-emissions (NOX) combustion appliances, the request for the volume of NOX emissions from the tail flame is given in milligrams/kilowatt hour (mg/kWh) in almost all national and regional standards and related certifications.
Reduce emissions and save energy with an unconventional flare gas recovery system
An unconventional flare gas recovery system (FGRS) can be designed without a gas compressor to collect the boiloff gas from the ethane tank to the boilers at the utility area.
Executive Viewpoint: GTI’s Hydrogen Technology Center makes big strides in H2 projects, advocacy
To address the many challenges and opportunities in the world’s energy future, the U.S.-headquartered, global-focused GTI recently launched a Hydrogen Technology Center with world-class research and development capabilities.
Regional Focus: India leaps forward on natural gas infrastructure
The operator of Europe’s largest natural gas transmission network is working to invest in the Indian gas pipeline business.
Editorial Comment
What are “green technologies,” and why do we need them in gas processing and LNG?
New in Gas Processing Technology
Johnson Matthey (JM) has secured a multiple-license order for China’s Ningxia Baofeng Energy Group’s project to develop five of the largest single-train methanol plants in the world.
Industry Metrics
U.S. exports of LNG set a new record in December 2020, averaging 9.8 Bft3d, according to the U.S. EIA.
Global Project Data
<i>Hydrocarbon Processing’s</i> Construction Boxscore Database and Energy Web Atlas are tracking 330 active gas processing/LNG projects in the hydrocarbon processing industry.
Gas Processing News
U.S. energy regulators approved a plan by Marathon Petroleum Corp.’s Trans-Foreland Pipeline Co. LLC unit to convert the Kenai LNG export plant in Alaska into an import terminal.
Natural gas liquids extraction and separation
Natural gas liquids (NGL) are a group of hydrocarbons, sometimes referred to as purity NGL, that includes ethane, propane, normal butane (n-butane), isobutane and natural gasoline (pentanes plus).
Improve gas turbine operation with a reliability analysis
Gas turbines require regular maintenance to ensure reliability and consistent performance.
Technical and economic impacts of piperazine content in MDEA solvents
Amine units used in gas and liquid hydrocarbon treating utilize various solvent formulations.
Increase separation efficiency with enhanced slug catcher internals
Gas facilities use slug catcher vessels to separate arriving gas and liquids. These vessels are typically three-phase separators designed with vane-type mist eliminators.
Caustic treatment design, integration and waste disposal for gas plants
Gas processing plants offer a very different landscape than the typical oil refinery, and the methods used to treat sulfur (S) compounds in the liquids must be adjusted accordingly.
Editorial Comment: H2Tech
This year, the Gulf Energy Information family expands with the introduction of H2Tech, the first technical publication devoted entirely to applications and trends for the hydrogen community worldwide.
Regional Focus: Developing LNG infrastructure for West Africa’s gas-to-power push
In West Africa, governments have embraced the use of gas as a low-carbon fuel to increase electricity generation, which is creating additional demand for LNG.
New in Gas Processing Technology
Before biomethane can be supplied to private and industrial customers, its calorific value must first be adapted to the natural gas network.
U.S. Industry Metrics
The EIA expects that total U.S. consumption of natural gas will average 83.7 Bft3d in 2020, down 1.8% from 2019.
Global Project Data
<i>Hydrocarbon Processing’s</i> Construction Boxscore Database is tracking more than 1,400 active projects in the hydrocarbon processing industry.
Gas Processing News
Global economic slowdown has led to reduced demand for LNG produced in the U.S.
Increase turbine availability and efficiency with real-world-tested filters
Gas turbines used in the onshore oil and gas industry require protection from contaminants within the inlet flow.
Safely design brazed aluminum heat exchangers to avoid thermal shock
Although brazed aluminum heat exchangers (BAHEs) are designed per American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Pressure Vessel Code Section 8, they are still very sensitive to temperature fluctuations.
Mitigate pipeline corrosion by prioritizing positive material identification
In the oil and gas industry, the emphasis on safety and quality assurance of assets at the worksite is always top of mind.
A project manager’s challenges in LNG megaprojects
Megaprojects are large-scale, complex ventures that typically cost $1 B or more, take many years to develop and build, involve multiple public and private stakeholders, are transformational and impact millions of people.
Startup troubleshooting of amine units in LNG export facilities
The production of LNG has gained considerable importance in the past few years because of the energy value contained in natural gas, the ability for export and its lower environmental impact in terms of emissions.
Streamline the LNG FERC application process
In the U.S., the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), along with several other federal, state and local agencies, governs review and approval for construction and operation of LNG facilities.
Regional Focus: Mega-project in the FSU: Ongoing development of the Shah Deniz gas field
Multiple billions of dollars have been invested to develop the Shah Deniz gas field.
Safety and Sustainability: A new standard of safety for onshore passive fire protection
The onshore energy and petrochemicals sector is defined by the strength of its safety culture, but it has only recently begun moving toward adoption of the highest fire protection standards.
Industry Focus: COVID-19 stokes competition for Europe’s LNG market
The level of competition in the global LNG market is rising as major producers look to increase their shares in a market severely weakened by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Gasum selects Wärtsilä for another bio-LNG project in Sweden
- Vaisala seeks to remove greenwashing from carbon capture with new measurement solution
- Vanguard Renewables breaks ground on its first organics-to-renewable gas facility
- Amarinth secures $1-MM order of API 610 pumps for Coral North FLNG project in Mozambique
- Linde selected to supply carbon capture technology to ADNOC’S Hail and Ghasha project
