Optimizing Flare Function: Qube's Methane Sensors Detect and Localize a Fouled Flame Arrestor

Executive Summary

In a successful pilot program conducted in British Columbia, Qube Technologies partnered with a Canadian natural gas operator to implement a continuous emissions monitoring solution. The project, initiated in July 2023, utilized four strategically placed monitoring devices equipped with methane sensors. When the system detected persistent elevated CH4 emissions in November 2023, it enabled the operations team to quickly identify and resolve a fouled flame arrestor issue in the tank control system. This early detection and precise localization capability led to a significant 75% reduction in quarterly CH4 emissions after repairs were completed. The case study demonstrates how continuous monitoring technology can effectively identify operational issues, improve facility efficiency, and substantially reduce methane emissions in natural gas operations.