Fugitive emissions

Equipment leaks from valve glands are considered to account for approximately 50-60% of the fugitive emissions on petrochemical sites. Furthermore, the major proportion of fugitive emissions comes from only a small fraction of the sources. For example, less than 5% of valves in gas/vapour service can account for more than 90% of the fugitive emissions in a refinery.

James Walker has developed products specifically to combat fugitive VOC emissions from valves, including Supagraf Premier, Supagraf Control, and Supagraf FE. These products have proven themselves to be class-leaders in a series of third party fugitive emissions performance tests are best available technique (BAT) products for reducing industry's fugitive emissions in line with the latest Industrial Emissions Directive. James Walker fugitive emission control packings have been tested and delivered proven performance to the most exacting industry standards and end-user requirements:

• API 622
• ISO 15848-1 Class AH CO₃
• ISO 15848-1 Class BH CO₃
• TA Luft Rev07.2002
• Shell Spec SPE 77/312 Class A
• Shell Spec SPE 77/312 Class B
• API 607 Edition 4 fire safety
• Shell MESC SPE 85/204

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At James Walker, our commitment to environmental sustainability drives us to continually develop sealing solutions that significantly reduce fugitive emissions. Our research and development team is focused on advancing material science to create seals that not only meet but exceed regulatory standards for emission control. By partnering with industry leaders and regulatory bodies, we are at the forefront of initiatives aimed at minimising environmental impact and promoting safer and cleaner industry practices.