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Value Of Natural Gas Flared Hits Global Peak With $16 Billion Worth Wasted In A Year

The value of natural gas flared by 80 different nations around the world has increased by 11 per cent to hit a global peak this year of $16.4 billion, according to new data analysed by Brainnwave*.

The data intelligence business says this is thanks to the dual effects of the rising price of natural gas and the increased volume of gas flared. The volume of natural gas lost to flaring has increased by 3.2 per cent, (Read More) 

Aberdeen, UK, 16 September 2019: Senseye, the industrial software company, today announced that it has appointed industry specialist Barry Stott to lead its activities in the oil and gas sector globally. Stott has joined Senseye from Siemens, where he supported oil and gas companies with the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies and data analytics applications.

During IMHX 2019, active gas detection demonstrations from Pyroban® showed those with operations in (or adjacent to) Zone 2 potentially explosive atmospheres why they might need to rethink their approach to safety.

At the event, from 24th – 27th September at the NEC in Birmingham, Pyroban asked visitors ‘Are you active?’, highlighting the importance of active gas detection on mobile equipment.

ARC flash clothing is being increasingly needed due to the rise in ARC flash hazards becoming more of a risk in many workplaces. Due to the high demand of electricity and power that we continue to use in our daily lives, it is important that electrical workers are full equipped to deal with an ARC flash hazard event should it occur in the workplace.

RHEINTACHO will participate at the PTC ASIA in Shanghai from 23rd – 26th October 2019.
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Healix International provides an insight into the current risks for business travellers and offers tips for firms sending employees to the region

London, 21st August 2019 – It is unlikely that businesses with operations in Hong Kong or sending employees to the region will be unaware of the current unrest. But some employers may be uncertain about the scale of the risks and what guidance to give to employees. Sebastian Liu, Global Threat Analyst for the Asia Pacific region at Healix International, the global provider of travel risk management and international medical, security and travel assistance services, has identified some of the key issues that firms should consider.

Opgal’s EyeCGas 2.0 Brings Wireless Capabilities to OGI

With the increasing human impact on the planet and ever tightening regulations from governments, there’s a clear need for more effective emission control solutions.
The science is clear: If we don’t drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the next decade, the warming will spiral out of control and damage will be “irreversible.”
And with forecasts telling our output of fossil fuels will only keep growing — to some 20 million barrels a day in 2025 in the US alone — there’s much reason for being concerned. (Read More)

Seals Deliver Long Life In Chemical Processing Applications

Based on a proprietary and patented crosslinking system that has been developed specifically for the chemical processing industry, DuPont™ Kalrez® Spectrum™ 7275 seals exhibit minimal swelling and improved retention of physical properties when exposed to aggressive chemicals such as concentrated nitric acid, organosilanes, chlorosilanes, pure ethylene oxide, butyraldehyde, amines, vinyl monomers and acrylic monomers. (Read More)

Quality fall protection training: why it should be taken seriously

For those working at height, providing suitable fall protection equipment is just the start. Operatives must be fully conversant with the risks present, be able to help ensure safe working practices, and understand the performance of the system, its intended use and any limitations. Roger Boulter, Training Manager for HCL, explains how creating competent end users starts with quality training. (Read More)

New Course: NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation

RRC is at the forefront of Health & Safety training, and have been providing organisations and individuals with internationally recognised qualifications for over 90 years. We are one of the first training providers accredited to offer the new collaborative course from NEBOSH and the UK’s Health and Safety regulator - the Health and Safety Executive. (Read More)