Telops Inc., a leader in hyperspectral imaging and infrared camera technology, announced today that it has formally submitted its LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) Methane Airborne Detection Solution to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for approval. This submission covers all detection sensitivity tiers under the agency’s newly implemented methane detection regulations outlined in 40 CFR Part 60.
Telops’ Methane Airborne Detection Solution, which is built around the advanced Hyper-Cam Airborne Mini sensor, is designed to significantly enhance methane emissions reduction efficiency in the oil and gas sector. The passive hyperspectral thermal imager is capable of detecting, identifying, and quantifying methane leaks in real-time, offering a comprehensive approach to emissions monitoring.
The Hyper-Cam Airborne Mini sensor decomposes infrared light into a multitude of contiguous spectral bands, producing a detailed spectrum for every pixel in the image. Its passive nature allows for exceptional detection performance across a wide range of conditions, whether day or night and even in challenging environments like snow or water. In addition to methane, the system can detect other gaseous hydrocarbons and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making it a versatile tool for emissions monitoring.
By providing clear and actionable reports on the locations of methane emissions, Telops’ solution aids in the efficient implementation of maintenance plans, ultimately supporting the oil and gas industry's efforts to comply with stringent new EPA regulations.
“The submission of our Methane Airborne Detection Solution to the EPA marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide advanced detection technologies that support environmental compliance and emissions reduction,” said a spokesperson for Telops. “We are confident that our technology will play a crucial role in helping the industry meet its methane emissions targets.”
The new EPA regulations, released on March 8, 2024, under the OOOOb and OOOOc rules, establish emissions performance standards for new, modified, or reconstructed sources and provide guidelines for existing infrastructure. These regulations include stringent leak survey requirements and a pathway for using advanced detection technologies like Telops’ solution to meet compliance standards.
Telops, based in Quebec City, Canada, is renowned for its high-performance hyperspectral imaging systems and infrared cameras used in defense, industrial, and academic research. Since 2021, the company has been offering its Methane Airborne Detection Solution specifically for the oil and gas industry.
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