Our involvement
We are pleased to announce that Gexcon will attend this year’s Hydrogen Safety & Hazardous Areas Conference taking place in Brisbane QLD, Australia on the 22nd & 23rd of February 2023.
The event, organised by IDC Technologies, is a practical and informative platform to showcase best practice, new technologies, new and improved standards and regulations for hazardous areas and the safe use of hydrogen. It is an opportunity to be part of this rapidly changing move to renewables where knowledge and safety are the focus.
Gexcon US CEO – Principal Engineer Scott Davis, PhD, CFEI, PE will represent Gexcon as International Keynote Speaker, accompanied by Gexcon Australia Team Lead, Derek Cross.
Presentations
Presentation 1
Title: Strategies To Safely Manage the New Hydrogen Technology
Author: Scott G. Davis, PhD, CFEI, PE
Presenter: Scott G. Davis, PhD, CFEI, PE
Session: Session One
Date & Time: Wednesday 22nd February, 08:30 – 09:30 (AEST/GMT +10)
Abstract:
Hydrogen is a future clean fuel and energy carrier – due to its lower CO2 emissions. To ensure its safe implementation it is imperative that we fully understand and manage the risks associated with hydrogen technology.
While many of the historical incidents have similarities to other fossil fuel accidents, it is important to understand hydrogen’s unique properties and associated hazards. Hence, it is critical to implement safety strategies that will reduce the likelihood and consequences of unintended catastrophic events.
This presentation includes novel research activities being undertaken to increase our knowledge and minimise uncertainties with hydrogen fuel.
Presentation 2
Title: The Latest Hydrogen Safety Research Updates – Fire and Explosion
Author: Derek Cross
Presenter: Derek Cross
Session: Session Six
Date & Time: Wednesday 22nd February, 15:15 – 16:15 (AEST/GMT +10)
Abstract:
Recent hydrogen research projects have revealed some interesting information, much of which will be discussed during this presentation. These research results have been shared with the process safety community because they cover critical safety issues.
In this presentation, you will learn about the SH2IFT-2 project, a group which aims to increase the knowledge required to safely handle hydrogen and hydrogen-based energy carriers, such as ammonia. The SH2IFT-2 project is using real-world testing of hydrogen releases: fires and explosions, to improve the accuracy of the software tools – which model these consequences.
Gexcon has contributed to the EU-funded HySEA and HySAFE projects
About IDC Technologies
IDC Technologies was founded in 1991 and has built a strong reputation globally as a provider of practical and technical training across a wide range of engineering disciplines.
Their conferences offer delegates access to emerging industry knowledge and experts and are created with a practical and technical focus featuring the latest trends in the industry and updates to standards. IDC events provide rewarding networking opportunities for delegates who want to meet with engineering professionals.
Presentations and papers are practical and technical, case studies, what was done, how it succeeded or failed and what changes the authors would suggest in future applications. Participants will hear practical applications of evolving technologies and the newest developments in critical technology subjects including engineering and education.
