SOURCE EVALUATION SOCIETY WEBINAR
Observation and Validation of Extractive FTIR Test Data;
Regulatory, Industry, Tester, and Manufacturer Perspectives
Tuesday January 19th, 2021 from 11 am EST to 2 pm EST
Webinar Moderators
- Laura Kinner, Emission Monitoring Inc.
- Phil Kauppi, Montrose Air Quality Services
Speakers/Panelists
- Dave Nash, US EPA, Agency’s Perspective on FTIR Data Validation
- Phil Kauppi, Montrose Air Quality Services, Tester’s Perspective on FTIR Data Validation • Sylvie Bosch-Charpenay, MKS Instruments, Vendor’s Perspective on FTIR Data Validation • John Nestor, Mostardi Platt, Tester’s Perspective will present data comparing EPA Method 320 vs. Method 25A for VOC measurement on RICE Sources
About
This webinar builds on Session 8 from the postponed SSSAAP Conference in April 2020. The focus is how independent observers can verify that FTIR test data are valid, and to the extent possible, the accuracy of results while still in the field. The importance of field validation is stressed because that is the time that decisions are made. If problems are found with the instrumentation or sampling system, fixes can be affected while the tester is still on site. If process upsets are detected or more test conditions are needed, additional test runs can be performed. The benefits of on-site field-validated, known accuracy data are obvious to source operators making important decisions and to regulatory observers.
The FTIR is a powerful tool used in many applications and its use is best served when the data produced can be used in real time. Compliance demonstrations with emissions standards and relative accuracy tests are only a small part of how this technique is used in industry and research applications. Many capital expenditure decisions are made using FTIR engineering study test data. Performance guarantees are also evaluated using FTIR test data, with high-dollar amounts on the line.
The webinar presentations will begin with a regulatory perspective and flow to FTIR tester, FTIR manufacturer, and industry user. The final presenter will show a comparative data set with a real-world example of how the data were validated.
Agenda
The webinar is scheduled for three hours and will include four 25-minute presentations followed by a moderated panel discussion. The virtual format will allow for audience participation using the chat box.
Registration
To register for the webinar, please visit this link Link to Registration
Note that SES is offering this webinar free of charge for SES members
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Questions
For more information, contact the webinar facilitators:
Angela Hansen, Montrose Air Quality Services, ahansen@montrose-env.com
Antoinette Chartier, Hospitality Management Systems, alchms@cox.net
Webinar Planning Committee
Laura Kinner, Emission Monitoring Inc., lkinner@mindspring.com
Sean Warden, Dominion Energy Services, richard.s.warden@dominionenergy.com
Bob Finken, Montrose Air Quality Services, bfinken@montrose-env.com
Angela Hansen, Montrose Air Quality Services, ahansen@montrose-env.com
Antoinette Chartier, Hospitality Management Systems, alchms@cox.net
