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 …
Why Mechanical Seal Support Material Matters for Northern Alberta Oil and Gas Operations
by Thomas Webster on Wed, Sep 15, 2021 @ 09:09 AM
Centrifugal pumps at chemical plants and refineries rely on mechanical seals to prevent fluid from escaping. Every seal connection is a potential leak point, and leaks can lead to fugitive emissions, …
Why Reducing Fugitive Emissions in Alberta Oil and Gas Operations Is Critical
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Sep 09, 2021 @ 09:09 AM
Alberta oil and gas operations have started to become more aware of fugitive emissions—the unintended leaks of vapours or gases, typically methane, from pressurized equipment into the atmosphere. Fugi …
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 …
Mechanical Seal Support Failure Analysis: A Guide for SAGD Operations
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Aug 26, 2021 @ 09:08 AM
