Keeping fugitive emissions costs down with low-E valves

摘要

Fugitive emissions have become an increasingly critical area of interest for chemical processing and refining facilities.If left unmitigated,these uncontrolled leaks can be detrimental to a facility's bottom line-and not just in the form of lost system gases that can lead to waste.Fugitive emissions can also lead to fines if the facility is found to be noncom-pliant with current emissions regulations.With the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency（EPA)and other regulatory bodies reaching agreements with companies to reduce fugitive emissions,it is imperative to increase understanding of these potentially costly leaks and to understand how to mitigate them within a plant's fluid systems.Being proactive is critical,as part of the solution may require altering supply chains and upgrading systems.This article explores some essential strategies for actively addressing fugitive emissions to help reduce leaks,maintain compliance and keep costs low.