A Game-Changing Step Forward in Emissions Management
Technology leader ABB has just launched its new workflow management platform, EmissionVision, which promises to revolutionize how the gas industry manages methane leaks. EmissionVision is based on ABB’s well-proven and patented OA-ICOS laser absorption technology and makes the move from traditional and labor-intensive survey methods to smart and sophisticated detection easier and more accessible than ever.
Bridging the Gap Between Detection and Action
But the true strength of EmissionVision lies in its ability to bring everything together in one system. EmissionVision can connect emission indications in the field, investigation activities, and valuable data insights. Thus, companies can now handle their emission data much more clearly and can quickly assign field work, as well as trace everything back to the first detection alert and through to the final verification. Furthermore, this approach removes many of the frustrating barriers that have traditionally been part of leak detection programs.
Meeting Today’s Urgent Industry Needs
The gas industry is facing significant pressures, with tighter environmental regulations and growing demands to reduce methane emissions creating significant pressures for change. This has meant that many gas companies are looking to mobile leak detection technologies, such as ABB’s MobileGuard and MicroGuard products, to meet these needs. However, gas companies are often plagued by inefficient workflows, disparate data, and poor delegation of tasks. EmissionVision was developed to specifically solve these problems, automating workflow management, real-time tracking of work orders, and ensuring that everyone has complete audit trail confidence in the process.
Real-World Impact and Customer Confidence
For instance, Jason Ghiraldini, Global Product Manager for Natural Gas Leak Detection at ABB’s Measurement & Analytics division, describes the excitement of this endeavor: “With increasing regulations and stronger demands to reduce methane emissions, it is crucial to empower our customers with advanced tools that don't add unnecessary complexity. EmissionVision makes it easier to manage emission indications, dispatch them, and verify them. This means faster repairs, improved compliance, and ultimately improved confidence in emission data.” Additionally, as it is delivered through ABB Ability Cloud Analytics, users can have real-time visibility into their investigations of gas leaks as the data is synced across devices and locations into one clear and unified dashboard.
Looking Ahead: Simpler, Smarter, and More Sustainable
This launch is indeed a significant milestone. EmissionVision is not only helping companies overcome today’s challenges through easier and more advanced leak detection solutions but is also contributing to the achievement of a cleaner and more sustainable future for the world of energy. It is indeed inspiring to see technology like this step up to help those on the front lines every day.