Mechanical Seal Support Material Selection Guide for Oil and Gas Operations in Alberta
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Nov 04, 2021 @ 11:11 AM
The rotating equipment used in Alberta oil and gas operations relies on mechanical seals and seal support systems to prevent fluid leaks, leading to fugitive emissions, equipment damage, unplanned dow …
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 …
Meet and Exceed Fugitive Emissions Standards for Valves in Alberta Refineries
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Sep 30, 2021 @ 10:09 AM
Fugitive emissions—the unintentional leaks of vapours or gases (typically methane) from pressurized equipment into the atmosphere—have been the focus of increasingly strict standards and regulations i …
Choosing Grab Sampling Systems for Sampling of Water in SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Sep 16, 2021 @ 14:09 PM
In SAGD processes, steam is injected downhole to heat bitumen, allowing it to flow to the surface. The steam returns to the surface as an oil/water mixture, which must be separated so the oil can be r …