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SUMMARY:April Training
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/april-training-2026/
LOCATION:Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD (Ground floor)\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houstong\, Texas\, 77022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260401T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260306T144746Z
CREATED:20250829T214607Z
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SUMMARY:April Membership Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/april-luncheon-2026/
LOCATION:The Houston Club\, 910 Louisiana St.\, Ste. 4900\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Luncheons,Member-only Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260410T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260402T201153Z
CREATED:20250829T221951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T201153Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Clay Shoot
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/2026-annual-clay-shoot/
LOCATION:American Shooting Centers\, 16500 Westheimer Pkwy\, Houston\, Texas\, 77082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T074500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T173056Z
CREATED:20250902T171319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T173056Z
UID:5705-1778053500-1778065200@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:May Training
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/may-training-2026/
LOCATION:Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD (Ground floor)\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houstong\, Texas\, 77022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T111500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T133000
DTSTAMP:20260413T202703Z
CREATED:20250829T214846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T202703Z
UID:5667-1778066100-1778074200@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:May Membership & Scholarship Recipient Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/may-luncheon-2026/
LOCATION:The Houston Club\, 910 Louisiana St.\, Ste. 4900\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Luncheons,Member-only Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260806T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260806T183000
DTSTAMP:20260715T212604Z
CREATED:20260708T184015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T212604Z
UID:6458-1786030200-1786041000@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:HGPA Member Mixer
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/hgpa-member-mixer/
LOCATION:Kirby Ice House\, 1421 North Loop W\, Houston\, Texas\, 77008
CATEGORIES:Houston Happy Hours & Socials,Member-only Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260819T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260716T223911Z
CREATED:20260716T222018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T223911Z
UID:6481-1787139000-1787144400@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:August Membership Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/august-membership-luncheon/
LOCATION:The Houston Club\, 910 Louisiana St.\, Ste. 4900\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Luncheons
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260702T170746Z
CREATED:20260619T010044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T170746Z
UID:6438-1789671600-1789680600@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:HGPA Astros Social Outreach Event 2026
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/hgpa-astros-social-outreach-event-2026/
LOCATION:Daikin Park\, 501 Crawford St\, Houston\, Texas\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Houston Happy Hours & Socials,Member-only Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270409T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T183235Z
CREATED:20260512T180538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183235Z
UID:6403-1807257600-1807282800@houstongpa.org
SUMMARY:2027 Annual Clay Shoot
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025		\n\n					\n				 @ 			\n			\n				7:45 am			\n		\n									\n					 - 				\n			\n							\n					11:00 am				\n			\n						 \n\n \n \n \n \nRegister for the October Training Session!\n \n \nPRESSURE RELIEF VALVES | PART 1\n \n \nJoin us at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday\, October 8th\, at Kinder Morgan\, Conference Room 1BCD\, 1001 Louisiana St.\, Houston\, TX 77002. Class registrants are responsible for parking. \n \n \nSPEAKER\n \n \nEarl Richard – Area Growth Manager\, Emerson Automation Solutions \n \n \nTRAINING PRICING\n \n \n \nIndividual Member: $148.50\n \n \nNon-Member: $165\n \n \nOwner/Operators that are Corporate Members: $0\n\n \n \nBreakfast will be provided. The cost also includes a ticket for the luncheon immediately following the training. \n \n	\n		\n			\n				\n					\n						\n	\n	\n\n						\n							Add to calendar						\n						\n	\n\n					\n					\n						\n															\n									\n										Google Calendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										iCalendar									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook 365									\n								\n															\n									\n										Outlook Live									\n								\n													\n					\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n	\n	\n\n	\n		KINDER MORGAN\n	\n\n	\n						\n				\n\n1001 Louisiana St.\n	\n		\n		Houston\,\n\n	TX\n\n	77002\n\n	United States\n\n\n\n									+ Google Map							\n		\n		\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n \n \n \n \nAGENDA\n \n \n\nIntroduction to Overpressure Protection\n \n \nTerminology\n \n \nBasis for Overpressure Protection\n \n \nCodes & Standards\n\n\n \n \n\nCodes & Standards\n \n \nASME Sec. VIII mandatory sections\n \n \nAppendix M (Non Mandatory)\n \n \nAPI Standards\n \n \nD.O.T. Code Overview\n\n\n \n \n\nPressure Relief Device\n \n \nPressure relief valves\n \n \nRupture Disks\n \n \nCombination devices\n \n \nBreaking pins\n\n\n \n \n\nFundamental Concepts Involving Pressure Relief Valves\n \n \nDirect-Spring devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nConventional\n \n \nBalanced\n\n\n \n \nPilot-Operated devices (operation\, advantages & limitations)\n \nSnap-acting\n \n \nModulating\n\n\n \n \nBack-pressure concerns\n \n \nPiping considerations\n \n \nInlet losses\n \n \nValve stability\n \n \nAdditional Factors that affect PRV stability & selection\n\n\n \n \n\nStandard Options\, Accessories\n \n \nLift levers\n \n \nLift indication devices\n \n \nField testing options\n \n \nFilters\n \n \nBackflow Prevention (PORV’s)\n \n \nIntegral vs. Remote Sensing\n \n \nSpring materials\n \n \nNACE\n \n \nElastomers\n\n\n\n \n \n \nBECOME A MEMBER OF HGPA TODAY\n \n \nBenefits of membership include: \n \n \n \nDiscounted training\n \n \nAccess to member-only events\n\n \n \n \nMEMBERSHIP SIGNUP\n\n \n \n\n \n \nNOT SURE IF YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENT?\n \n \nAnnual membership in Houston Midstream GPA runs from January 1 to December 31. Memberships are on an individual basis. Corporate membership packages include a set number of individual memberships and other perks. \n \n \n \nCHECK MEMBERSHIP STATUS\n\n\n\n \n \nABOUT EARL RICHARD\n \n \n\n\n \nEarl is an Area Growth Manager with Emerson Automation Solutions\, Stafford\, Texas. Earl has over 32 years of overpressure protection experience and has worked with several manufacturers covering various industries. He began his career as a Production Engineer with Amoco Production Company and joined Anderson Greenwood & Company in 1993 (now Emerson). \n \n \nEarl is a native of Baton Rouge\, LA and currently resides in Pearland\, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University\, Baton Rouge\, LA. Earl is married\, has four children and six grandchildren. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nCOMPANY DESCRIPTION\n \n \nEmerson offers a wide variety of pressure relief valves that are well suited for many midstream applications. These products include the industry-leading Crosby & Anderson Greenwood ASME Sec. VIII pressure relief valves (PRV’s)\, premium performance portable PRV’s\, Enardo & VAREC pressure & vacuum relief valves (PVRV’s)\, emergency relief valves & Anderson Greenwood low-pressure pilot operated pressure relief valves. We offer products that meet all applicable Codes & standards. Together\, these products are used regularly to prevent damage & ensure pipeline\, compressor station & facility safety. \n \n \nEmerson’s PRV portfolio is well suited for everyday overpressure applications as well as the more difficult challenges. Our network of Emerson impact partners are highly trained\, skilled professionals. Their goal is to bring valuable subject matter expertise\, combined with practical applications knowledge to the midstream industry. \n \n \nAt Emerson\, we pair Best-In-Class PRV products with State-of-the- Art industry leading technology to assist our midstream customers in diagnosing & resolving troublesome issues. Problems such as seat leakage\, PRV rapid cycling/chattering & excessive maintenance costs can be properly diagnosed via our extensive monitoring capabilities\, while new\, patent-pending PRV technology may eliminate several challenges. \n \n \n\n \n \nNON-MEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \nMEMBER REGISTRATION!\n \n \nYou need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
URL:https://houstongpa.org/event/2027-annual-clay-shoot/
LOCATION:American Shooting Centers\, 16500 Westheimer Pkwy\, Houston\, Texas\, 77082\, United States
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