The Definitive Guide to Optical Gas Imaging: Why Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) is the New Benchmark for Methane Leak Detection (LDAR)
The global energy sector is facing a transformative shift in how methane ($CH_4$) emissions are monitored, reported, and mitigated. With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing OOOOb/c standards and the European Union implementing stringent new methane regulations, the industry is moving from voluntary leak detection to mandatory, high-precision quantification. For operations managers and field […]
The Comprehensive Guide to Global Emission Compliance: Navigating EPA OOOOb/c, Subpart W, and the New OGI Standard
The global energy sector is facing an unprecedented regulatory “perfect storm.” As of 2024 and heading into 2026, the transition from voluntary leak detection to mandatory, high-precision quantification is no longer a future projection—it is an operational reality. With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing the OOOOb and OOOOc standards, and the European Union […]
Thermal Imaging as a Supporting Method for Leak Detection Workflows
Leak detection in industrial environments rarely relies on a single technology. Most mature inspection programs are built around layered detection strategies, where different tools support one another depending on the type of leak, operating conditions, and inspection goals. Within this framework, thermal imaging to detect leaks is widely used as a complementary method. Rather than […]
OGI: The Foundation of Modern Optical Gas Imaging
OGI, short for Optical Gas Imaging, has become one of the most influential technologies in industrial gas detection. What started as a visual inspection method has evolved into a core capability for safety, emissions control, and regulatory compliance across multiple industries. Today, OGI is no longer viewed as a standalone camera technique. It is increasingly […]
Methane Cameras and the Evolution of Camera Leak Detection in Industrial Sites
Introduction: Why Methane Cameras Matter Today Methane emissions are no longer treated as an invisible operational side effect. Across energy, industrial, and utility sectors, methane has become a focal point for safety, efficiency, and environmental accountability. A methane camera enables organizations to directly visualize emissions that were previously difficult or impossible to confirm in real […]
OGI Systems and the Role of OGI Sensors in Modern Gas Detection
Introduction: Why OGI Systems Are Becoming an Industry Standard Industrial gas detection is undergoing a fundamental shift. As safety, environmental accountability, and regulatory oversight continue to intensify, operators are moving away from isolated measurement tools toward integrated detection platforms. OGI systems represent this evolution by combining optical gas imaging with intelligent data workflows that support […]
EPA AI and the Future of Methane Compliance Under Subpart W
How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Emissions Monitoring and Reporting Introduction: Why EPA AI Is Becoming a Regulatory Turning Point The integration of EPA AI into environmental regulation marks a significant shift in how methane emissions are monitored, analyzed, and reported across the energy and industrial sectors. As methane regulations grow more complex and enforcement becomes […]
Infrared Camera to Detect Leaks: How Thermal Imaging Transforms Industrial Leak Detection
Introduction Leak detection has become a critical priority across industrial sectors, from energy and power generation to chemical processing and manufacturing. Even small, undetected leaks can lead to safety hazards, energy loss, environmental damage, and regulatory exposure. Traditional inspection methods often rely on point sensors, manual checks, or pressure testing, which may miss hidden or […]
Webinar Topic: Detection and Quantification of Methane Using OGI for OGMP 2.0 and Regulatory Compliance Frameworks
Join Opgal’s subject matter experts, Dr. Ram Hashmonay and Michael Tsudikov, for an in-depth discussion on the latest developments in emissions monitoring regulations. This session will provide critical insights into new and evolving requirements for leak detection and repair (LDAR) programs across key jurisdictions, including: OOOOb/c and Appendix K: Detection performance envelope requirements […]
Webinar – February 16, 2022
Leak Quantification using OGI Cameras and QOGI Software
Join us for a webinar where we discuss gas leak quantification using Optical Gas Imaging cameras and QOGI software as a regular part of LDAR inspections. Join us on February 16, 2022, at 10 AM (CST) for a live webinar to find out more about Opgal’s approach and its recent technology updates. Register here. To […]