Leaks are not always easy to find in the field.
Methane leaks often happen around valves, flanges, wellheads, compressor areas and pipeline facilities. Some leaks are small, some are intermittent, and some are located in places where manual inspection is difficult or unsafe.
For most sites, one method is not enough. Inspection teams need a handheld tool to find and confirm suspected leaks, while high-risk locations may need fixed monitoring for early warning.
- Find suspected leak points during field inspection.
- Verify CH4 concentration when methane evidence is needed.
- Monitor gas wells, valve groups and pipeline stations continuously.
- Support LDAR, maintenance records and site safety workflows.
Handheld inspection and fixed monitoring work together.
HA3LX is used when engineers walk the site and need to check suspected leak points. HZ-WL-15A is used when a gas well, valve group or pipeline station needs continuous acoustic monitoring.
HA3LX for inspection teams
Use HA3LX during LDAR routes, plant inspection, LNG site checks and oil & gas maintenance work. It helps users locate the acoustic source first, then verify CH4 concentration with TDLAS.
- Walk-around methane inspection
- Gas leak acoustic localization
- TDLAS methane verification
- Inspection images and records
HZ-WL-15A for high-risk points
Use HZ-WL-15A where continuous manual inspection is not practical. It listens for leak-related sound signatures around gas wells, wellhead valves and pipeline stations, then sends alarms to a platform.
- Fixed acoustic monitoring
- Gas well and valve monitoring
- Edge AI local recognition
- 4G, Ethernet and Modbus TCP
HA3LX Acoustic & Methane Laser Camera
HA3LX is for inspection teams who need to walk the site, check suspected leak points and keep inspection evidence. The camera combines acoustic imaging with TDLAS methane detection, so users can locate the leak-related sound source and verify whether methane is present along the measurement path.
It is suitable for oil and gas facilities, LNG sites, chemical plants, compressor areas, valves, flanges, pipelines and LDAR inspection routes.
- Use when operators need to confirm a suspected leak on site.
- Use when both acoustic location and methane evidence are required.
- Use for LDAR routes, maintenance inspection and safety checks.
HZ-WL-15A Gas Well & Valve Leak Monitor
HZ-WL-15A is for locations that need continuous attention but cannot rely only on manual inspection. It captures leak-related acoustic signatures around gas wells, wellhead valves and pipeline stations, analyzes the signal locally, and sends alarms through wired or wireless communication.
It is especially useful for remote well sites, valve groups, pipeline stations and hazardous field environments where early warning is more important than periodic inspection alone.
- Use when fixed points need long-term acoustic leak monitoring.
- Use for gas wells, wellhead valves, valve groups and stations.
- Use when alarm data needs to be sent to a platform or SCADA system.
Typical methane leak detection sites
The same site may need both manual inspection and fixed monitoring. HA3LX is used for inspection rounds. HZ-WL-15A is installed at risk points that need continuous warning.
Gas wells and wellheads
Monitor wellheads, Christmas trees, gas outlets and surrounding pressure equipment.
Valves and flanges
Check valve gaps, flange seals, fittings and pressure control components.
Pipeline stations
Use fixed monitoring around metering stations, valve groups and pressure regulation areas.
LDAR routes
Use HA3LX to support leak detection and repair inspection records.
LNG and gas handling
Inspect LNG/CNG facilities, compressor areas and gas handling equipment.
Remote field sites
Use HZ-WL-15A where manual inspection is limited by distance, staffing or safety conditions.
From suspected leak to inspection record or alarm.
The process is simple: capture the leak-related acoustic signal, identify where it comes from, then either verify methane on site or send an alarm from a fixed monitoring point.
Capture leak sound
Escaping gas can generate audible and ultrasonic sound around small openings, valve gaps or damaged seals.
Locate or analyze the signal
HA3LX shows the suspected acoustic source on screen. HZ-WL-15A analyzes leak-related sound features locally.
Verify or alarm
HA3LX verifies CH4 concentration with TDLAS. HZ-WL-15A uses edge AI to decide whether the sound pattern indicates leakage.
Record or transmit
Inspection images, CH4 readings, event records and alarm data can support maintenance work and safety management.
When to use each product
Choose based on how your team works: manual inspection, fixed monitoring, or both.
| Need | Recommended product | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Walk-around methane inspection | HA3LX | Handheld operation with acoustic imaging and TDLAS methane verification. |
| LDAR route inspection | HA3LX | Helps inspectors locate suspected leak sources and keep visual evidence. |
| Confirm CH4 concentration on site | HA3LX | TDLAS methane detection can verify methane along the measurement path. |
| Monitor gas wells or valve groups continuously | HZ-WL-15A | Fixed installation with acoustic leak signature monitoring and edge AI. |
| Send leak alarms to a remote platform | HZ-WL-15A | Supports 4G, Ethernet, HTTP, WebSocket and Modbus TCP workflows. |
| Combine routine inspection with fixed early warning | HA3LX + HZ-WL-15A | Use HA3LX for inspection rounds and HZ-WL-15A for high-risk fixed points. |
Inspection and monitoring in real gas facilities
Use this area to show what users actually care about: where the equipment is used, what the operator sees, and how the monitoring point is installed.
Common questions
Do I need both HA3LX and HZ-WL-15A?
Not always. Use HA3LX if your main task is field inspection or LDAR. Use HZ-WL-15A if you need continuous monitoring at fixed points such as gas wells, valves or pipeline stations. For high-risk sites, the two products can be used together.
Is HA3LX a methane detector or an acoustic camera?
It is both. HA3LX combines acoustic imaging with TDLAS methane detection, so it can help locate the suspected leak source and verify CH4 concentration.
Where should HZ-WL-15A be installed?
Typical locations include gas wells, wellhead valves, valve groups, pipeline stations and other fixed points where continuous leak monitoring is needed.
Can this page support LDAR-related searches?
Yes. The HA3LX part should be linked with LDAR, fugitive emission inspection, methane verification and field documentation. You can also add related articles later to strengthen this topic.
Can HZ-WL-15A replace gas concentration sensors?
It is better to present it as a complementary layer. HZ-WL-15A listens for leak-generated sound signatures and can work together with gas concentration sensors, SCADA platforms and site safety systems.
