Konica Minolta

Konica Minolta Sensing Americas (KMSA)/Gas Monitoring: A Leader in Leak Detection, Measurement, and Methane Reduction

A Company Driven by Innovation and Social Responsibility

Konica Minolta, an innovator since 1873, embodies the philosophy of "The Creation of New Value." This commitment translates to actively addressing challenges and developing solutions that meet the evolving needs of our times.

Focusing on Critical Issues

Climate change, resource depletion, and rising the rising costs of social risks are just some of the pressing issues facing our planet. Konica Minolta has identified five key areas demanding urgent attention by 2030. By leveraging its core competencies in materials, optics, nano-fabrication, imaging and image processing, honed over 150 years, the company strives to make a positive impact.

Addressing Methane Emissions: The GMP Series

Konica Minolta Sensing Americas (KMSA) is a dedicated division focused on gas monitoring. Recognizing the role of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, in accelerating climate change, KMSA launched the GMP series of Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) cameras.

• GMP01 (2019): This innovative camera offered high-quality, high-sensitivity leak detection through advanced image processing for noise reduction.

• GMP02 (2022): Taking leak detection a step further, the GMP02 introduced a groundbreaking quantitative function. This allows estimation of gas plume flow rates, aiding in repair prioritization and emissions accountability.

Proven Performance and Industry Recognition

KMSA's commitment to accuracy is evident in rigorous testing across diverse environments, including CSU_METEC and real-world customer production facilities. While quantification results can be influenced by factors like flow rate, temperature, pressure, and wind, the GMP02 offers a reliable alternative to traditional high-flow samplers.

The Konica Minolta GMP02 QOGI camera was recognized as 2024 Technology of the Year by ONE Future for it’s unique features and functions that make it a valuable tool for all aspects of emissions reduction and accounting programs, whether regulatory or independently administered.

https://onefuture.us/press/one-future-honors-leaders-across-natural-gas-value-chain/

Meeting Evolving Regulations and Industry Standards

The growing focus on methane mitigation initiatives like the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0, GHG Intensity Program, and EU and Asia-Pacific requirements for responsibly sourced energy, underscores the need for direct methane emission measurement. KMSA's GMP02 is a frontrunner, with customers successfully implementing it in their direct methane measurement programs for these very purposes.

Looking Forward: A Sustainable Future

At KMSA, we firmly believe that our innovative gas detection technologies play a vital role in global efforts to reduce methane emissions. As we move forward, we remain committed to leveraging our 150-year legacy in imaging technology to deliver solutions that create lasting value for society and contribute to a more sustainable future.