LDAR Software

Improve Compliance with Leak Detection and Repair Software

Save Time - Reduce paperwork and data entry tasks by quickly entering LDAR data in the field on a phone or tablet. Then, quickly access leak and repair data and generate regulatory reports when back in the office.

Reduce Risk - Tracking LDAR repair deadlines ensures testing is performed on time and leaks are repaired before they become safety risks or regulatory violations.

Proactive maintenance - LDAR software can help you identify potential equipment failures before they occur, allowing you to take proactive maintenance measures. This can reduce downtime and increase the lifespan of your equipment.

Reduce Emissions - Rapid communication of leaks and tracking of repair and re-inspection deadlines ensures leaks are fixed in a timely manner, and emissions are limited to the greatest extent possible.

Improve Compliance - With your LDAR data in one centralized location, it is simple to demonstrate compliance with regulations such as NSPS OOOO, NSPS OOOOa, NSPS OOOOb, and Colorado Regulation 7.

Enhanced Collaboration - LDAR software facilitates collaboration among different teams and departments within your organization. This helps ensure everyone is on the same page when it comes to emissions and leak management and leads to more effective risk management overall.

Automated Workflows and Notifications - Automate workflows and send notifications for various activities, such as scheduling inspections, assigning tasks, and notifying stakeholders about repair activities. This ensures the timely execution of tasks, reduces the risk of missed deadlines, and improves overall efficiency in managing leak detection and repair processes.

Data Security and Audit Trail - Ensures data security and integrity by implementing robust access controls and data encryption. Generate comprehensive reports that clearly demonstrate historical leak inspection and repair program data.

Rapid Deployment - Create your site's cloud-based LDAR program and upload existing data within hours instead of weeks or months.

Adaptability - LDAR management software can be tailored to meet specific industry needs, regulatory requirements, and organizational workflows, ensuring flexibility and optimal functionality.

Cost Effective - Our LDAR Program Management Software is less expensive than you might think; contact us to learn more!

Streamline Leak Detection Repair Management

Data Management - Simple and centralized storage of leak detection and repair data, including:

• Equipment data
• Leak monitoring frequencies, dates, and historical results
• Repair attempt dates and methods
• Repair delay reasoning
• Components that were unsafe to monitor
• Re-inspection information
• Real-time leak monitoring videos and images

Testing Equipment Information - Monitor LDAR testing devices (e.g., optical gas cameras, PID's, TVA's) along with validation/calibration records and maintenance logs.

Emission Tracking - Track and manage emissions data related to fugitive leaks from various equipment and components in the facility and record emissions data, such as leak rates, concentrations, and types of leaks.

Training and Support - Provide training and ongoing support to ensure users can make the most of the software's features.

Mobile Accessibility - Enable field technicians to access, input, and update LDAR data directly from mobile devices or tablets, improving efficiency and accuracy during inspections and repairs.

Personnel Certifications - Manage certification and training records for testing personnel in one centralized location and receive automated reminders prior to certification and training expirations.

Repair Tracking and Notifications - Ensure leaks are detected and appropriate corrective action is taken with automated notifications sent to equipment/facility owners.

Regulatory Reporting - Quickly generate regulatory reports and detailed summaries of LDAR data.

Mapping - Generate maps showing facilities and equipment that are due for leak monitoring or that have open or overdue repairs.

Offline Access - Data may be collected while in remote locations and then synced to the cloud when you return from the field.

Leak Detection and Repair FAQs

What Is Ecesis LDAR Management Software?

Ecesis LDAR Management Software is a specialized software solution designed to help organizations efficiently manage and comply with leak detection and repair programs. It streamlines the process of identifying, monitoring, and repairing leaks in industrial facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing emissions.

What Does LDAR Stand for?

Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR).

Will Your Mobile App Work On Intrinsically Safe Devices?

Yes, the Ecesis Mobile App will work on any IOS, Android, or Windows Mobile Device. An example of a device that is suitable for use in electrically classified areas is the ecom Tab-Ex^® 02. This device is rated for use in Zone 1 / Division 1 areas (per its manufacturer).

Will Your Mobile App Work In Areas Without Cellular Service?

Yes, the Ecesis Mobile App is fully functional regardless of whether an internet connection is available. You are able to do your work in remote areas and sync the device to web-based servers when you return to the office.

What Data Security Protocols Do You Have In Place?

All data is transmitted through SSL encryption and access is limited through user authentication. Data stored on our cloud-based servers is backed up daily.

Why Are LDAR Programs Needed?

LDAR programs have many benefits, including:

• Safety - Early identification of leaks reduces the potential for explosions and exposure to toxic gases, such as hydrogen sulfide and benzene.
• Environmental Protection - Detecting and repairing leaks prevent the release of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) into the atmosphere.
• Compliance - Many facilities are required to maintain LDAR programs, such as oil and gas production facilities, under NSPS OOOO, NSPS OOOOa, NSPS OOOOb, and Colorado Regulation 7.
• Public Relations - Reducing leaks reduces odors and improves public perception.
• Improved Efficiency - Minimizing leaks ensures valuable products are retained for future sales or manufacturing needs.

What Regulations Require LDAR Programs?

There are at least 25 federal standards that require implementation of LDAR programs. These include, but are not limited to:

• 40 CFR 60 Subpart GGG - Petroleum Refinery VOC Equipment Leaks NSPS
• 40 CFR 60 Subpart KKK - Onshore Natural Gas Processing Plant VOC Equipment Leaks NSPS
• 40 CFR 60 Subpart OOOOa - Onshore Natural Gas Processing Plant VOC Equipment Leaks NSPS
• 40 CFR 61 Subpart V - Equipment Leaks NESHAP
• 40 CFR 63 Subpart CC - Hazardous Air Pollutants from Petroleum Refineries MACT
• 40 CFR 63 Subpart FFFF - Hazardous Air Pollutants: Miscellaneous Organic Chemical Manufacturing MACT
• 40 CFR 264 Subpart BB - Equipment Leaks for Hazardous Waste TSDFs
• 40 CFR 265 Subpart BB - Equipment Leaks for Interim Status Hazardous Waste TSDFs
• Directive 60 (Alberta, Canada) - Upstream Petroleum Industry Flaring, Incinerating, and Venting

A full list of federal regulations requiring LDAR Programs may be found in Appendix A of EPA's LDAR Best Practices Guide.

Many states have their own LDAR requirements as well. Examples include:

• Colorado - Regulation 7.
• Texas - Oil and Gas Standard Permits and Permits by Rule (PBR).
• Pennsylvania - GP-5A, GP-5 and Exemption Category No. 38.
• Wyoming - Chapter 6, Section 2 Oil and Gas Permitting Guidance

What Industries Benefit from Using LDAR Software?

• Oil and Gas
• Pipeline Compliance
• Chemical Manufacturing
• RCRA-Regulated Waste Management

How Are Leaks Detected?

There are several ways in which a leak can be detected:

• Infrared Camera - Optical Gas Imaging cameras may be used to see otherwise invisible gas leaks.
• PID - EPA Method 21 allows the use of a Photo Ionization Detector to determine the parts per million of gases being emitted from a leaking component.
• AVO Inspection - Audio, Visual, and Olfactory (AVO) inspections may also be used to identify leaks.

What Is Considered a Leak?

It depends on the leak detection method used. Generally:

• Infrared Camera - Any visible emissions would be considered a leak.
• PID - Any leak that results in a reading greater than 500 ppm would be considered a leak.
• AVO Inspection - Any indication of a leak (such as noise, smell/odor, or visible shimmering) would be considered a leak.

How Are Leak Repairs Tracked?

If a leak is identified, a work order or task is created within our preventive maintenance or task tracking software. This work order is then tracked to completion by Ecesis.

Who Can Perform LDAR Testing?

You can rent (or buy) equipment to do your own LDAR testing or you can subcontract it to specialized companies such as Flatrock Engineering and Environmental.

How Much Does LDAR Software Cost?

Please check our Pricing page, or contact us to schedule a demo!

Do You Provide Training on How to Use LDAR Software?

We do. Also, please see our article on the Importance of Training When Implementing LDAR Software.

User-Friendly EHS Software

The Ecesis LDAR Software was designed by you, the end user, and is supported by a diverse team of management system experts, engineers, scientists, and computer programmers with the purpose of making your life easier. This partnership ensures our EHS Software Solutions are:

LDAR Software Resources

Compliance guides, NSPS calendars, and related software tools to help you build and maintain your Leak Detection and Repair program.