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ARAMCO LAUNCHES SAUDI ARABIA’ S FIRST CO2 DIRECT AIR CAPTURE TEST UNIT
Aramco, one of the world’ s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, has launched the Kingdom’ s first CO 2 Direct Air Capture( DAC) test unit, capable of removing 12 tons of carbon dioxide per year from the atmosphere.
The pilot plant, developed in collabora-
CHAMPIONX’ S AERIAL OPTICAL GAS IMAGING( AOGI) PLATFORM SECURES EPA APPROVAL FOR REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
ChampionX Corporation, a global leader in oilfield technology, announced its ChampionX Emissions Technologies’ Aerial Optical Gas Imaging( AOGI) platform has received approval from the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency( EPA) for the Methane Alternative Test Method outlined in OOOOb. This approval marks a significant milestone in emissions management, empowering operators to integrate AOGI into their emissions monitoring programs to detect and locate fugitive methane emissions with unmatched efficiency and precision.
ChampionX’ s AOGI platform has gained industry-wide recognition for its ability to complement fugitive emissions screening processes. It helps create efficiency with the possibility of surveying over 150 sites per day. By leveraging Optical Gas Imaging( OGI) technology,
tion with Siemens Energy, represents a significant step in the company’ s efforts to expand on its DAC capabilities. Aramco intends to use the facility as a testing platform for next-generation CO 2 capture materials in Saudi Arabia’ s distinct climate. It will also seek to achieve cost reductions that could help accelerate the deployment of DAC technologies in the region. Aramco and Siemens Energy intend to continue working closely together with the aim of scaling up the technology, potentially laying the foundations for large-scale DAC facilities in the future. Courtesy of Aramco.
AOGI offers a scalable solution with the intent of reducing the time and cost required for emissions monitoring for operators of all sizes. This proven method combines high-definition OGI technology with an advanced gimbal system to detect, locate, and visualize methane leaks with pinpoint accuracy. The OGI technology has been refined for a variety of applications, including handheld, fixed, drone, and aerial systems. Courtesy of ChampionX.
TEADIT TF 1570 ACHIEVES USP CLASS VI [§ 88 AND § 87 ] APPROVAL
TEADIT ®, a global leader in innovative sealing solutions, is proud to announce that its TEADIT TF 1570, a structured PTFE gasket sheet, has completed testing to receive USP Class VI( General Chapter § 88 and § 87) certification. This prestigious approval underscores the product’ s exceptional biocompatibility and suitability for use in critical applications, including pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries, where adherence to stringent safety and quality standards is essential.
This achievement falls under the Classification of Plastics – Plastic Class VI – at the highest possible temperature of 249.8 ° F( 121 ° C). The study was performed at a test facility in Munich, in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice Regulations, ensuring that the quality and integrity of the study were upheld. The testing was done with four different types of media, including polyethylene glycol, cottonseed oil, saline, and ethanol.
TEADIT TF 1570 is engineered with a unique fibrillation process that enhances its resistance to creep relaxation and cold flow, ensuring reliable and durable performance under extreme conditions. Combining superior chemical compatibility with high compressibility, it provides an ideal sealing solution for applications requiring precision and safety. The USP Class VI certification further solidifies TEA- DIT TF 1570’ s reputation as a trusted product for industries demanding the highest levels of compliance and reliability. Courtesy of Teadit.
CONTROLAIR LAUNCHES NEW GAS REGULATOR SERIES FOR LOW EMISSION APPLICATIONS
ControlAir LLC is excited to announce the release of the Type CG330 and CG340 gas regulators. This innovative product line is specifically engineered to address the growing demand for low-emission solutions in industrial applications involving compressed gases such as inert gases, natural gas, and other sensitive media. The CG330 / CG340 series of compressed gas filter regulators are designed to deliver accurate pressure control while ensuring near-zero atmospheric leakage under dynamic or steady-state flow conditions. These robust regulators are ideal for applications that must comply with strict fugitive emissions regulations, providing users with exceptional reliability, operational efficiency, and environmental safety. Courtesy of ControlAir.
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