Title :
The Use of Infrared Emission Detection and Fugitive Emission Quantification Technologies as a Basis for Hazardous Area Classification Design
Author :
Bozek, Allan ; Anhalt, Joshua ; Chin, Jonathan
Author_Institution :
EngWorks Inc., Calgary, AB, Canada
Abstract :
The use of nondispersive infrared (NDIR) detection technology as a basis for a hazardous area classification is described. Methods for identifying fugitive emission leaks using NDIR technology, quantifying leak data, and applying the results to document the basis for a hazardous area classification are presented. Limitations associated with the technology are also defined. A case history of a gas and oil production facility is provided to illustrate how a hazardous area classification design may be implemented using the technology.
Keywords :
air pollution; hazardous areas; pattern classification; production engineering computing; NDIR detection technology; fugitive emission quantification; gas and oil production facility; hazardous area classification design; leak data quantification; nondispersive infrared emission detection; Buildings; Hazardous areas; Hydrocarbons; Instruments; Materials; Standards; Ventilation; Adequate ventilation; emission quantification; fugitive emission detection; hazardous area classification; infrared detection; nondispersive infrared (NDIR);
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TIA.2014.2348075
