Using Edge Computing to Automate Monitoring and Reporting of EPA Methods 9, 22, and 21
Upstream Oil & Gas companies are rapidly transforming operations by implementing edge computing for local data analysis and manual process automation. With edge computing, these enterprises are bringing Industry 4.0 to remote upstream Oil & Gas production.
One tactical application of edge computing is the automation of monitoring, detection, and reporting for EPA Methods 9, 22, and 21. Organizations can collect sensor data from a range of input/output (I/O) points to monitor flares efficiently from a distance and analyze high-quality images to identify leaking greenhouse gases, hydrogen sulfide (H2S), propane, and more.
When combined with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), historians, and specialized Internet of Things (IoT) software from vendors such as Visionary, Noctuai, and Clovity, Oil & Gas operators can move toward operations powered by artificial intelligence (AI), leveraging machine learning (ML) applications to identify liquid and gas leaks—whether on the flare stack, tank battery, or anywhere else—with no need for onsite inspection.
Key challenges related to emissions monitoring, detecting, & reporting
Identifying and reporting flares, smoke, leaks, and other emissions is a time-consuming and expensive requirement for upstream Oil & Gas operators. EPA fines for undetected emissions can reach up to $25,000 per day per violation, not to mention the additional cost of repairs and lost production due to operational shutdown. Unfortunately, sending workers to inspect and conduct analysis on far-flung well sites is not only costly but can introduce subjectivity and potential errors. In many cases, onsite inspection simply isn’t feasible.
In addition to regulatory requirements, organizations worldwide are also working diligently to monitor and reduce their carbon footprints. Many companies now conscientiously calculate annual emissions and support net-zero programs. Adherence to Methods 9, 22, and 21 helps drive reductions in methane, carbon dioxide (CO2), and other greenhouse gases so that firms can keep their environmental impact to a minimum.
Solution B rief
Deploy Stratus edge computing platforms for Method 9, 22, and 21 reporting
Edge computing that is deployed close to equipment and production sites provides the local processing power needed to monitor the many I/O points and collect and analyze sensor data in intervals of up to four times per second. The result? Highly accurate and quantified emissions data that can be sent on to the control room, mobile desktop, or cloud, automating reporting and reducing the need for manual inspections.
Edge computing also makes it easier to spot gas leaks. Intelligent cameras remotely monitor flares and produce high-quality images that can be used to identify leaking greenhouse gases, H2S, and propane. Stratus edge computing platforms from Penguin Solutions make these activities possible. Preconfigured out of the box with built-in redundancy and virtualization, Stratus platforms prevent unplanned downtime and enable multiple applications to run concurrently on a single platform.
Stratus edge computing platforms: Simple, protected, and autonomous
Stratus edge computing platforms are purpose-built for rugged, remote environments and can be serviced by operations technology (OT) staff without the need for IT staff involvement. The Stratus ztC Edge™ platform, powered by Intel processors for edge IoT applications, is fan-less, rated at -40° to 60°C, 10% to 95% humidity, with 5 to 500 Hz vibration, and certified Class I Division 2.
With an intuitive management console, Stratus edge computing platforms are easy for either local or remote staff to install and set up with flexibility and optionality. In addition, Penguin Solutions offers system support, system health add-ons, and managed support services to ensure health monitoring and keep critical workloads running with minimal customer effort.
Stratus edge computing platforms are:
Simple: Simple to install, deploy, and manage across applications and infrastructure
Protected: Protects physical assets, data, security,and reputation—all while reducing operational and financial risk
Autonomous: Operates autonomously with constant availability, even in the most rugged environments, minimizing unplanned downtime for equipment and applications and enabling fully remote management
Edge computing powered by Intel
Intel-powered edge devices gather data, usually in real time, that can be analyzed to improve processes, create better customer experiences, and enhance the quality of products. When powered by the right technologies, edge computing increases intelligence across the entire business, anytime and anywhere. Stratus edge computing solutions from Penguin Solutions are powered by 9th- and 10th-Generation Intel® Core™ processors that provide the power and reliability needed to automate detection and reporting for EPA regulations, deliver highly accurate and quantified data in real time, reduce on-site inspections, and provide organization-wide visibility across your entire data infrastructure.
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