Publication Spotlight: H-16 High Temperature Hydrogen Attack

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High temperature hydrogen attack is a mechanism that can significantly weaken and damage a variety of steel materials, including carbon steel and various low alloy steels, that are used in the construction of hydrogen plants. H-16 provides guidance for the review of existing plant assets, risk categorization, inspection strategies, and recommendations on risk mitigation, and actions for the owners and operators of HYCO plants in response to the updated guidance on the HTHA mechanism documented in API RP 941.

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Spanish Translations of CGA Publications Now Available

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Over the last two years, CGA has worked to identify opportunities and develop a strategy for translating CGA publications into Spanish to facilitate adoption and acceptance in Mexico, Central America, and South America. In 2021, a task force of members was formed to evaluate the opportunities and strategy to translating a select group of publications to test demand and reach of the translations.

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Cylinder Safety Tips

10 Tips For Cylinder Safety

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Compressed gas cylinders are used to store gases at high pressures. They can be dangerous if not handled properly, as they can explode or leak if damaged. Learn 10 tips for handling compressed gas cylinders safely.

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Publication Spotlight: CGA P-56, Cryogenic Vaporization Systems—Prevention of Brittle Fracture of Equipment and Piping

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In December 2022, the Compressed Gas Association released the 3rd edition of the harmonized publication CGA P-56, Cryogenic Vaporization Systems—Prevention of Brittle Fracture of Equipment and Piping. Learn more about this important harmonized standard in this publication spotlight.

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Now Available Online: CGA Handbook Gas Monographs

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CGA is modernizing the CGA Handbook of Compressed Gases by making it a virtual tool, and we are pleased to announce that the gas monographs are now available in electronic format and can be accessed by going to the Handbook publication detail page and then clicking on the “Handbook Online” button.

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2022 CGA Publications

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CGA’s Committees have been hard at work in 2022 and have published, revised, and reaffirmed more than 60 publications.

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Publication Spotlight: P-97, Guideline for the Safe Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Cylinders

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CGA has recently published a first edition publication P-97, Guideline for the Safe Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Cylinders . Formerly known as S-8, this document dates back to 2007, when the first edition was issued with the title Recommendations to Minimize Hazards of CG-7 Pressure Relief Valves and Ancillary Devices for Liquefied Petroleum Gas Cylinders.

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Standard for Large Insulated Liquid Carbon Dioxide Systems at User Sites (G-6.1)

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CGA has released the eighth edition of G-6.1, Standard for Large Insulated Liquid Carbon Dioxide Systems at User Sites. This publication is one of a series compiled by CGA to meet the demand for information on the production, transportation, handling, and storage of carbon dioxide in gaseous, liquid, and solid states.

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CGA Publishes Updated P-28, OSHA Process Safety Management and EPA Risk Management Plan Guidance Document for Bulk Liquid Hydrogen Supply Systems

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CGA M-28, Guideline for Assessment of Health Care Facility Medical Oxygen Systems, provides an outline for evaluating a health care facility’s medical gas supply system. This document is available at no charge.

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