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José López

He has more than 40 years in the oil and gas industry and is an expert in Level I Ultrasonic maintenance and inspection. His commitment to excellence ensures the reliability of critical equipment. He stands out for his vast experience, comprehensive understanding of methodologies and adaptability to new technologies..
Publications of José López
Inspección y mantenimiento de válvulas de alivio en plantas en servicio
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Inspection and maintenance of relief valves in plants in service

Author: Analyst. Jose Lopez, March 15, 2024.
Pressure Relief Valves (PRV) are safety components in industrial plants, protecting systems against overpressure situations that could cause damage or even catastrophic consequences. They are designed to release overpressurization in order to protect assets, following international standards and regulations.

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Compresores: El núcleo de la producción de petróleo
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Compressors: The core of oil production

Author: Analyst. José López, 01 March 2024.
A compressor is a device capable of increasing the pressure of a compressible fluid while reducing its volume. They are important components in the petroleum industry, playing a key role in the production, processing and transportation of natural gas through a variety of equipment, including pipelines, valves, separators and filters, by providing the necessary pressure and flow. Driving efficiency and profitability throughout the hydrocarbon supply chain.

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Importancia de los compresores en la quema de gases combustibles
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Importance of compressors in the combustion of fuel gases

Author: Analyst. José López, February 15, 2024.
Compressors in gas flaring play a very important role in a variety of industrial applications involving the handling and transfer of gases. However, its effectiveness is only achieved when the technology is properly selected and applied in the relevant contexts.

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Importancia de la Inspección Basada en Riesgos en la gestión de activos midstream
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Importance of Risk-Based Inspection in midstream asset management

Author: Inspector. Jose López, January 24, 2024.
The oil industry is segmented into three fundamental sectors: upstream, midstream and downstream. Midstream asset management, particularly in the oil and gas industry, involves the planning, operation and maintenance of infrastructure related to the transportation and storage of hydrocarbons.

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