Revolutionizing Emissions Detection: The Role of Robots to Detect Fugitive Emissions

By EXRobotics B.V. Adapted by Microwatt Controls Ltd.

As global regulations tighten and satellite surveillance of methane intensifies, energy operators face growing pressure to reduce fugitive emissions or risk steep penalties and even operational shutdowns.

ExRobotics’ robots are engineered to meet this challenge head-on. Purpose-built for methane leak detection and VOC monitoring in hazardous hydrocarbon environments, the ExR-2.5 is fully IECEx and ATEX Zone 1 certified for safe operation in explosive atmospheres.

Why Robotic Emissions Detection Matters

Operate continuously and autonomously in hazardous zones.
Enhance safety and environmental compliance by identifying low-level discharge that conventional fixed detectors often miss.
Support long-term asset reliability. Early detection and pinpoint localization of leaks help reduce corrosion, equipment failure, and unplanned shutdowns, extending asset life and operational uptime

Advanced Sensor Suite for Precision Detection

The ExR-2.5 integrates a range of advanced sensors for superior emissions detection:

Point gas detectors to detect very low concentrations.
Thermal infrared cameras to visualize rapid gas expansion and cooling during leaks.
Acoustic imaging to locate gas flow noise from a distance.
Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) to visualize methane plumes as small as 0.1 L/minute using infrared mirage-like imaging.

These sensors are integrated into the robot’s platform with real-time data transfer to cloud systems, enabling AI-powered leak tracking, predictive maintenance, and remote diagnostics.

Field-Proven Performance in Harsh Environments

Developed initially from the ExR-2 platform, the new ExR-2.5 improves sensitivity and coverage while operating autonomously in complex, high-risk environments. Its configuration allows full-facility inspection, including hard-to-access valves and flanges, with unprecedented accuracy.

Microwatt is proud to support the deployment of ExRobotics solutions across industrial sectors in North America.

Reach out to Microwatt now to discover how the ExR-2.5 can assist your site in cutting methane emissions, minimizing environmental risks, and enhancing your compliance strategy.

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