In a natural gas emergency, rapid and accurate detection can mean the difference between control and catastrophe. Portable laser devices using tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS) give first responders the ability to detect the presence of natural gas instantly and from a safe distance, enabling faster, safer decision-making in the field. 

Who should attend

Individuals responsible for natural gas operations, leak investigation, emergency response, training, and O&M activities are encouraged to attend. This webinar may also benefit those interested in how emerging technology can advance natural gas safety and operational response. 

What is covered

This webinar will explore the presenters' experience using TDLAS technology, including its ease of use, lessons learned, and real-world success stories f in responding to gas leaks. They will explain how and why they adopted the technology, the challenges encountered along the way, and the operational benefits it has delivered. The presenters will also share notable success stories, including an incident in which laser leak-detection technology helped identify a large volume of gas within a structure, enabling rapid action to protect life and property. 

About the presenters

This program will be presented jointly by Scott Stidman and Joe Pietrandrea.

Scott Stidman has 32 years of experience in the natural gas industry and has worked his way up from a Gas Technician in 1994 to Gas Superintendent and Manager/Field Ops Leader for the City of Morton, Illinois. 

Joe Pietrandrea is the Supervisor of Meter & Service at Connecticut Natural Gas, where he has worked for twelve years.

We look forward to your participation!

If you have any questions, please contact Rodrigo Cury Ito by email or at 201.508.2661.