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Learn about the importance of operational technology security and how Procentec’s four new solutions can help
The importance of IT security has been acknowledged by experts for years, whereas securing industrial control systems seems to have been overlooked. Whilst attacks on operational technology (OT) environments are becoming more frequent, companies are looking for ways to eliminate network…
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Ilya Tillekens from Hudson Cybertec looks at how to protect operational technology infrastructure from cyber threats
Current threats require tank terminal organisations to be aware of security at all times. Do you know how secure your operational technology (OT) infrastructure is at this moment? Specifically of your OT network? Is your infrastructure adequately protected against cyber threats…
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Atmos International’s innovative, non-intrusive solutions for pipeline leak detection can be deployed anywhere they are needed
with 3.5 million km of pipeline throughout the world and with this to increase by a further 12% by 2022, pipelines are still the safest form of transport for the supply of energy, as they are less exposed to environmental and socioeconomic risks. However, with the…
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Opgal’s Ram Hashmonay looks at the benefits of long-range technology
Optical gas imaging (OGI) technology has proved to be a very effective tool for locating small leaks and fugitive emissions in petroleum refineries and other oil and gas facilities. Traditionally, OGI technology is primarily portable, mid-wave infrared (MWIR), cryogenically cooled detector
cameras, for imaging volatile organic…
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AWE’s robotic technology minimises human risk and maximises productivity
Asia Waterjet Equipment’s (AWE’s) mission is to champion a safer and more efficient environment for customers and their workforce. It understands the problems customers can face in industrial cleaning applications and seeks to address these with technology and expertise. Obtaining permits to work, mobilisation and…
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Zeeco’s Marty Smith discusses downstream terminal emission control equipment
The petroleum industry continues to search for ways to reduce operating costs on the downstream terminal level, while still maintaining company cultures and meeting business commitments.
Environmental rules are typically updated each year to drive down emissions, reduce occurrences of spills, and improve the overall…
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Jeff Robson from Flotech, an Adler and Allan company, looks at the options
Controlling volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions resulting from the storage of petrol and its distribution through vapour recovery systems, such as those employing carbon adsorption, was cemented into legislation in 1996. As most units are now 16–25 years old, owners are likely to be looking to upgrade or…
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Aereon’s Marco Puglisi looks at the challenges and solutions
The aim of vapour control is to reduce emissions of harmful or toxic substances into the atmosphere. Vapour control is particularly important for volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions resulting from end-of-pipe operations, such as the loading, storage and distribution of volatile organic liquids like gasoline and naphtha.
The…
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ILTA’s first Young Terminal Industry Professionals (Y-TIP) Symposium explored how best to support under-35s in the industry
On 6 April 2021, the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA) held its inaugural Young Terminal Industry Professionals (Y-TIP) Symposium, supported by Aramco and Tank Storage Magazine. It was aimed at young terminal industry professionals, their managers and…
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OTTCO’s CEO Ard Van Hoof updates Tank Storage Magazine on developments in Ras Markaz and Duqm as well as the implications of COVID-19 and the energy transition
Things are busy for Oman Tank Terminal Company (OTTCO) at the moment, between building and expansion work at its Ras Markaz crude oil hub, and a new agreement signed with Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO). It seems, then, a great time…
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TWTG’s CTO John Tillema provides insights into the benefits of LoRaWAN
When an IT architect plans any industrial network capable of supporting a next-generation oil or gas facility over potentially the next couple of decades, it will always be reliability and security at the top of the priority list. Very swiftly follow functionality, scalability, and future flexibility. Getting the balance…
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Dutch software solutions company Ultimo and asset management consultancy and services firm MaxGrip have formed a global partnership for enterprise asset management (EAM) implementation.
MaxGrip’s asset performance management (APM) consultants will now be able to carry out a tailor-made implementation to integrate Ultimo’s EAM software into an organisation’s business processes ensuring a…
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McDermott International’s CB&I Storage Solutions has been awarded three safety awards by the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA).
The annual awards recognise the safety achievements of companies involved in shop fabrication, inspection, maintenance and field construction activities.
Divisions of CB&I in the Americas won the 2020 Safety Diamond Club…
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Germany-based mixing technology manufacturer Suma Rührtechnik has appointed a new sales director - Helge Kopczak.
Kopczak takes over the position from long-time sales director Ralf Thiemann, who will retire after a transitional period.
Kopczak is an industry expert and well-connected sales specialist with over 20 years of professional experience. The graduate engineer will use his extensive…
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UK corrosion prevention and seal productions manufacturer Winn & Coales International has bought the global Viscotaq business, including US company Amcorr Products & Services, which makes the viscoelastic protective coatings.
Amcorr’s patented Viscotaq product range is self-healing for long-term corrosion protection and is suitable for vital infrastructure for a broad range of sectors.…
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In December 2019, the European Commission set an ambitious goal to become climate-neutral by 2050. Seen as the greenest gas fuel, hydrogen has become a central element of building an economy with net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
The production and use of low carbon forms of hydrogen had gained unprecedented momentum before the COVID‑19 crisis. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles sales…
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The Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association (EEMUA) has published new guidance for electrical engineers managing certain ageing electrical assets.
EEMUA 227, Management of ageing electrical assets, has been developed by EEMUA’s Electrical Engineering Committee, which includes engineers, technical authorities and policy managers. It brings together existing knowledge to overcome…
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Swiss confined spaces inspection specialist Flyability has launched new software to allow internal inspectors to easily and http://flyabilty.comprecisely pinpoint defect locations.
Inspector 3.0, which Flyability says is the first software of its kind, has been designed to work with the company’s indoor inspection drone Elios 2. Pinpointing the exact location of a remote drone in a confined…
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US technology company Emerson has launched its Rosemount TankMaster Mobile software application, providing immediate secure access to critical tank data.
It is the world’s first cross-platform inventory management software application for tank gauging systems, accessible via smartphone, tablet or computer. It can provide real-time data to a wide range of stakeholders, including field…
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TWTG has added an IECEx/ATEX certified near-field communication (NFC) tag to its NEON product range.
The NEON NFC tag is a passive data storage sticker than can be attached to any asset, with recorded information accessible via a handheld reader or tablet. The tag has been developed specifically for the oil and gas industry, and ensures that operators can digitally assign identify their assets…
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