Manufacturing: Improving Safety in the Natural Gas Industry With RFID

Published: February 26, 2013

Viridis Technologies, a manufacturer of alternative fuel dispensers based in Toronto, is using RFID to facilitate safe fueling for green transportation technologies, including natural gas and hydrogen. Compressed natural gas (CNG) is utilized as a vehicle fuel in more than 75 countries around the world. With the significant growth of CNG vehicles worldwide, the number of fatal accidents due to faulty equipment is increasing. Viridis Technologies developed its RFID system to reduce risks associated with refueling uncertified natural gas vehicle equipment. In this session, learn how the firm is employing RFID to improve the reputation of CNG as a vehicle fuel, and to promote traceability within the natural gas industry.

Speaker:

Ian Patterson, President, Viridis Technologies