Author: Reagan Sokolosky

Reagan is a Strategic Communications graduate from Oklahoma State University who joined ESC Spectrum in April of 2020. She dove headfirst into the air emissions compliance industry with no prior experience. She has been writing and researching about air emissions for 4 years to educate our customers. Within four years, Reagan advanced to Marketing Specialist III, showcasing expertise in ESC Spectrum’s learning offerings, email marketing, video editing, product and software releases, and company rebranding.

ESC Spectrum Launches Interim Reporting Services to Support Facilities with Temporary Reporting & Regulatory Help

ESC Spectrum is excited to introduce Interim Reporting Services, designed to help facilities maintain compliance during short-term staffing challenges. Our expert team provides support with data review, permit compliance, QA/QC management, and more—ensuring critical reporting obligations are met accurately and on time.

Why It Pays to Upgrade Your Data Acquisition System

Upgrading your Data Acquisition System (DAS) isn’t just about staying current—it’s about improving efficiency, ensuring compliance, and reducing costs. Whether you’re facing outdated technology, new regulations, or inefficiencies, the right DAS can streamline operations and enhance data visibility. Learn the key signs that it’s time for an upgrade and how a modern system can maximize your ROI.

Tracking Fuel Gas Sulfur Content: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right

Accurate fuel gas sulfur tracking is critical in the oil and gas industry to meet regulatory standards, protect equipment, and reduce environmental impact. This blog explores challenges in monitoring sulfur content, methods like Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), and how advancements in technology help industries achieve precise and reliable sulfur management.

Tail Gas Treatment Units (TGTUs): Essential for Sulfur Recovery

Read this post to discover how Tail Gas Treatment Units (TGTUs) help refineries meet stringent sulfur recovery and emissions control standards. This blog covers essential TGTU technologies, regulatory requirements, and the vital role that TGTUs play to improve sulfur recovery efficiency.

Benefits of Upgrading Your Data Acquisition System (DAS)

In today’s regulatory landscape, ensuring air emissions compliance is crucial. A reliable and robust Data Acquisition System (DAS) plays a pivotal role a Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS). Upgrading your DAS offers numerous benefits, read more to explore the advantages of upgrading and what you can expect from the DAS changeout process.

ESC Spectrum Hosts Record-Breaking 2024 User Group Event in Pensacola Beach

ESC Spectrum’s 2024 User Group in Pensacola Beach set a new attendance record and hosted some of the most substantial training sessions to date.

Monitoring Flare Gas Flows: Challenges and Solutions

This blog post examines the challenges and solutions of monitoring flare gas flows within industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, petrochemical, and refining. Explore how advanced technologies along with innovative monitoring systems, ensure accurate measurements, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

NSPS OOOOb & OOOOc Rules on Methane: What You Need to Know

Discover key insights on the EPA’s finalized NSPS OOOOb and OOOOc rules targeting methane emissions in the oil and natural gas sector. Learn about the stringent measures, compliance requirements, and industry impacts of these essential regulations effective November 2022.

Gas Chromatography CEMS for Refining: Performance Specification 9

Learn more about 40 CFR Part 63 Subpart CC Performance Specification 9 to ensure accurate measurement of gaseous organic compound emissions. Performance Specification 9 (PS-9) establishes the requirements and procedures for Gas Chromatographic Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) in stationary sources.

Electronic Data Report (EDR): A Guide to Effective Emissions Data Management

Dive into the world of Electronic Data Reports (EDRs) with our expert guide. Learn how to manage emissions data effectively, ensure compliance, and avoid errors. Explore practical tips and real-world solutions from industry experts.

Decoding the World of Flare Gas Monitoring

This article explores the details of flaring, including types of flares, operations, applications, and monitoring methods.

New Release: RATAView™ Version 1.5 Now Available

RATAView Version 1.5 release offers new features and enhancements to help stack testers’ perform RATA tests accurately and efficiently.

Mastering Air Compliance: Best Practices for Your Data Acquisition System

In the intricate landscape of environmental regulations, industries face the ongoing challenge of remaining compliant. Read this blog post for a comprehensive guide on how to navigate the complexities of these regulations with confidence, starting with your Data Acquisition System.

New Release: Prism Version 1.8 Data Acquisition System

We’re excited to announce the release of Prism Version 1.8! This release provides new features designed to make CEMS compliance and monitoring easier and more productive than ever.

New Release: StackVision™ Version 7.3 Data Acquisition System

Industry-leading DAS StackVision Version 7.3 presents new features and provides enhancements and updates to existing features that will improve user efficiency.

Continuous Emissions Monitoring 101: NOx Analyzers

Read this article to learn more about NOx Analyzers, how they measure NOx through Chemiluminescence, and how to maintain your NOx analyzer.

New Release: QAInsight™ Version 1.3 Now Available

QAInsight helps industrial companies solve challenges with scheduling, planning, and tracking a myriad of activities related to performing Quality Assurance tests required by state and federal agencies. Enhancements in Version 1.3 offer new features to improve overall user experience.

New Release: RATAView™ Version 1.3 Now Available

RATAView Version 1.3 release offers new features and enhancements to help stack testers’ perform RATA tests accurately and efficiently.

Portable CEMS: The Search for Accuracy

In this article, we will cover the key takeaways when shopping for a portable gas analyzer (portable CEMS) to measure emissions.

ECMPS 2.0 Re-Engineering: Key Takeaways

In this article, we outline all of the latest updates with the ECMPS 2.0 tool for submitting monitoring plans, QA data, and emissions data.

New Release: RATAView™ Version 1.2 Now Available

RATAView Version 1.2 release offers new features and enhancements to help stack testers’ perform RATA tests accurately and efficiently.

New Release: Prism Version 1.6 Data Acquisition System

The Prism data acquisition system (DAS) Version 1.6 release provides new features designed to make CEMS compliance and monitoring easier and more productive than ever.

New Firmware Release Further Enhances the Robust and Reliable 8864 Data Controller

The 8864 Data Controller Firmware v6.02.r60 includes a number of new features that enhance its usability and reliability.

New Release: RATAView™ Version 1.1 Now Available

RATAView Version 1.1 release offers new features and enhancements to help stack testers’ perform RATA tests accurately and efficiently.

New Release: StackVision™ Version 6.17 Data Acquisition System

Industry-leading DAS StackVision Version 6.17 provides new features resulting in increased usability, efficiency, processing speed, and more.

How to Improve Your Quality Assurance Filing Process

Don’t wait – prepare before the end of the quarter! Learn how to improve your quality assurance (QA) filing process, including our 7 Steps for success.

StackVision™ Case Study: Petrochemical Plant

Learn how a Petrochemical plant used the StackVision Data Acquisition System for a +200K ROI by reducing Emergency Work Orders by 50%.

New Release: QAInsight™ Version 1.1 Now Available

QAInsight helps utilities and other industrial companies solve the challenges of scheduling, planning, and tracking a myriad of activities related to performing Quality Assurance tests required by state and federal agencies. Enhancements in Version 1.1 offer new features to improve overall user experience.