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Surface Safety Valve(SSV) Surface safety valves (SSVs) are essential safety devices used in oil and gas production systems to prevent the uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons from the wellhead. They are designed to automatically shut off the flow of oil and gas in the event of an emergency, such as a blowout or equipment failure. https://buff.ly/3YsNdHs #API6AValve #API6AWELLHEADEQUIPMENT #pipefittings #highendpetroleum

1️⃣0️⃣1️⃣ in 101 Words: What is PHMSA? Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is an agency of the Department of Transportation that oversees development and enforcement of regulations for pipeline transportation of hydrocarbons and hazardous materials. 3MM+ miles of pipelines and ~17,000 underground natural gas storage wells are regulated by PHMSA. Included within PHMSA jurisdiction is pipeline and storage of carbon dioxide. PHMSA is working on finalizing the (PIPES) Act of 2023 that: 🔼 Increases LDAR surveys, creates leak classification, and requires robust record-keeping ⛽️ Includes provisions for methane mitigation for LNG 👷♂️ Adds additional dispersion modeling and safety requirements for CO2 pipelines 🔍 Greater operator transparency on safety incidents #oilandgasindustry #pipelines #phmsa 📸: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

⏲ Timely 101 from Iconic Air given the work underway with the new methane rule from US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and proposed rules from U.S. Department of Transportation The US Government Accountability Office report from June 03 outlines the progress #pipeline companies and states have made towards complying with the PIPES Act of 2020. 💡 One takeaway from the report are some ways that entities can reduce #emissions without compromising safety: ☎ Improving "Call Before You Dig" (811) programs 📑 Updating operating procedures 🛰 Adopting advanced technology 🛠 Replacing aging portions of critical pipelines https://lnkd.in/dkS99Ekp

How Risks Get Normalized https://bit.ly/3vBKCCm An Operational Risk, Process Safety article by Sanjeev Saraf. Take a look at the following timeline of how events influenced HAZOP and defects remained in the field at the pascagoula gas plant.

🚀 API 618 New Release ✍️ American Petroleum Institute (API) issued on May 15th 2024 a new edition of API 618 (6th ed.) with major updates for reciprocating compressors safe and reliable operation, major updates are summarized as following: ✅ Compressor maximum allowable discharge temperature is limited to be 135 degree C for all compressors (150 degree C in previous ed.) and 120 degree C for hydrogen and non-lubricated service (135 degree C in previous ed). ✅ For pulsation and vibration control, Design approach (1) is removed and design approach shall be (2 or 3) as a minimum. ✅ Specify pressurized lube oil system required for compressor power less than 150 kw to be as per latest API-614 table 2. ✅ Design of compressor shall consider that minimum trip speed to be 102% of maximum continuous speed for constant speed compressor (100% in previous ed.) ✅ Typically all compressors shall be supplied with cylinders jackets, Noncooled or air-cooled cylinders shall not be furnished unless approved by the purchaser. ✅ When cooling of cylinder heads is provided, separate non interconnecting jackets are required for cylinder bodies and cylinder heads. ✅ Mandatory trip required in previous release for high gas discharge temperature is removed and only alarm is specified with 20 K increase in predicted temperature. ✅ Alarm and shutdown for high crosshead vibration is mandatory required. #API #API618 #compressors #oilandgas

🔍 Exploring Essential Industry Standards: API 625:2010 🔍 Today, we’re focusing on a critical standard in the field of gas storage: API 625:2010. This standard provides crucial guidelines for tank systems used in the storage of refrigerated liquefied gases, such as LNG. Essential for safety and efficiency in satellite plants, API 625:2010 sets the necessary requirements for designing and operating these systems safely and effectively. Implementing API 625:2010 not only enhances safety but also optimizes the performance of storage systems, protecting both personnel and the environment. If you’re interested in exploring this standard further and discovering how it can benefit your organization, don’t hesitate to contact us at: contacto@logespec.cl We’re here to help you achieve new heights in safety and efficiency for your operations! Thanks for following us, and stay tuned for more updates! #API625 #LNGStorage #Safety #Efficiency #IndustryStandards #Engineering

𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 Valvetight 𝐃𝐁𝐁-𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐀𝐌 𝐎𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐋9-𝐅𝐅-1. NAM Onegas L9-FF-1 is a Shell-operated production platform located in the Dutch sector of the Southern North Sea. 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝: 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐬 𝐉𝐞𝐭 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 The DBB-SAVER (Double Block and Bleed Saver) was used to safely perform maintenance on a gas jet eductor. All three inlet and outlet connections of the eductor were equipped with DB&B valves, which had passing valves 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐁𝐁-𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝: 𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 1. Specific safety risk assessments were conducted alongside Shell Global approval documentation. 2. The DBB-SAVER met all requirements, ensuring safe execution of maintenance activities. 3. Placed on the top deck, the DBB-SAVER allowed safe venting of gas upwards. 4. Full-pressure-rated hoses connected the three bleed points, and the rupture disc connection was directly linked to the DBB-SAVER. 5. This prevented gas release within the topside modules, crucial in a 3-dimensional explosion-safe zoned offshore structure. In summary, the DBB-SAVER played a vital role in maintaining safety, compliance, and uninterrupted gas production on the NAM L9-FF-1 platform in the North Sea. Its design is adapted for offshore conditions while following the same working principle as the onshore version. #VALVETIGHT #DBBSAVER #SustainableSolutions #GHGEmissionReduction #EnergyEfficiency #EnvironmentalCompliance #SafetyFirst #ConfinedSpace #Shutdown #DayaSinga

How Risks Get Normalized https://bit.ly/3vBKCCm An Operational Risk, Process Safety article by Sanjeev Saraf. Take a look at the following timeline of how events influenced HAZOP and defects remained in the field at the pascagoula gas plant.

EEMUA publishes new guidance on written schemes of examination To view article please click here: https://hubs.ly/Q02SycVr0 Does your company have news to share with the industry? Please contact: marketing@storageterminalsmag.com and we will be happy to assist. #storageterminalsmagazine #tankstorage #oil #chemicals #gas #tankterminals #bulkliquids #tanks #storagetanks #storageterminals #liquids #storageterminalsmag #news

Join our live webinar on 22nd August and ask DNVs Subject Matter Expert (SME) Alex Woll your questions about Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)'s Gas Mega Rule and how the changes impact the risk and PMM requirements for your IMP. For details and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/dttW5HmR #RIN2 #PipelineRiskManagement #GasMegaRule