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ON THIS MONTH’S COVER
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LNG Industry is audited by the Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC).
An audit certificate is available on request from our sales department.
APRIL
2020
Müller Co-Ax Group of companies’
QUADAX butterfly valve being tested
to -196°C (-320°F) during qualification
testing for a major user in Europe for LNG
applications. Passing the stringent testing,
which was made up of a combination of
BS 6364 and EN 12567, QUADAX proves
that quality engineering, combined
with the latest technologies, provides
reliable performance in the most severe
applications.
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Comment
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LNG news
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Outshine the turbine
Eduardo DosReis and Manish Verma, TMEIC, USA, present the case for
electrically driven motors as a more efficient, cleaner and cost-effective
alternative to traditional gas turbines for powering compressors in LNG
facilities.
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Cash in on condition monitoring
Michael Hastings, Brüel & Kjær Vibro GmbH, Denmark, examines how
today’s condition monitoring technology has evolved to contribute
significant value to LNG production assets.
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Tailor to your needs
Colin Findlay, Severn Glocon Group, UK, outlines how customised
cryogenic valves can enhance productivity and provide a significant
commercial advantage.
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Optimising heating systems
David Taylor, Chromalox, USA, explains how electric heating systems
can reduce emissions and lower overall cost of ownership in natural gas
pretreatment and liquefaction processes.
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LNG made easy
Juha Kela, Outokumpu, Finland, explains how LNG transportation can be
made easier and more affordable with a unique stainless-steel grade.
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15 facts on... Canada
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Taking loading systems to the
next level
Stephane Paquet, TechnipFMC Loading Systems, France, discusses
the development of green, simple and cost-effective loading
systems for LNG applications.
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The butterfly effect
Scott B. Moreland, QUADAX Valves Inc., USA, looks at
developments in butterfly valve technology that are helping the
LNG industry to flourish.
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The first line of defence
Claire Lloyd, Rembe, Germany, discusses the
importance of using rupture discs to protect
safety valves in LNG applications.
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Canadian LNG: the road to
success
Thomas Liles, Rystad Energy, Norway, takes a detailed look at the
current state of the Canadian LNG market and where it is headed.