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Understanding the Technical Aspects of Vapor Recovery Units

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Condensation and Separation Condensation is a common method for recovering hydrocarbon vapors, particularly in applications involving volatile liquids. VRUs employ heat exchangers and condensers to cool the vapor stream, causing the hydrocarbons to condense into a liquid phase. Q: How do VRUs work?

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EPA Proposes Modifications to Oil & Gas Air Pollution Standards

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According to EPA, the rules would result in a net savings for industry of $29 million because of the increased natural gas and condensate available for sale. In addition, the rule proposes to eliminate the existing Startup, Shutdown and Malfunction (SSM) exemption that made emission standards inapplicable during periods of SSM.

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New EPA Air Toxics Rule Afflects Facilities with TEG Dehydrators

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The control devices must: (1) reduce HAP emissions by 95 percent or more (generally by a condenser with a flash tank); or (2) reduce HAP emissions to an outlet concentration of 20 ppmv or less (for combustion devices); or (3) reduce benzene emissions to a level less than 0.90