Packing leak detection system
US9880065B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01M3/3236
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Exemplary embodiments provide a packing leak detection system for leaks or discharge of a volatile material which discharge into the environment is subject to regulation. The system contains a compressor apparatus including a compressor cylinder, a compressor piston, a compressor piston rod positioned in a packing case, wherein a volatile material being compressed by the compressor apparatus leaks from the packing case. Also provided is a leak detector sized and configured to detect and monitor leaks of the volatile material from the packing case, as well as an apparatus for capturing and collecting volatile material which may leak from said leak detector. Methods of assessing leaks of a volatile material subject to environmental regulation are also provided.
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