Discrete and Process Automation

Gas detection cameras for a safer, cleaner future

15 August 2025

The pressure is on. With the EU Methane Regulation (2024/1787) now in effect, energy producers across Europe are under increased scrutiny to detect and repair methane leaks across their operations.

The goal? To ensure the prevention of the avoidable release of methane into the atmosphere and drive down emissions across the entire fossil fuel supply chain, both within the EU and globally.

FLIR can help meet these evolving standards safely, efficiently and with confidence through the advanced G-Series Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) cameras: the FLIR Gx320, G620 and Gx620. Source: FLIRSource: FLIR

Next-generation gas detection, built for compliance
The FLIR G-Series is engineered to make gas leak detection faster, safer and more accurate than ever before. Whether monitoring a refinery, offshore platform or gas processing plant, these cooled OGI cameras deliver pinpoint precision when detecting methane, hydrocarbons and over 400 volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Key advantages of the G-Series:
• Type 1 leak sensitivity: Detect leaks as small as 17 g/hr
• In-camera quantification: Instantly measure leak size and type; no additional tools required.
• Scan smarter, not harder: Survey areas up to nine times faster than traditional gas sniffers
• High-resolution thermal imaging: Up to 640 × 480 IR resolution for clearer, more accurate visuals
• Enhanced thermal contrast: Improve gas cloud visibility with precise temperature differentiation

Engineered for real-world challenges
Gas detection doesn't happen in perfect lab conditions; it takes place in rugged, potentially hazardous environments. That's why the G-Series is designed with durability and flexibility in mind:

• Certified for hazardous locations: Approved for Class 1, Division 2 or Zone 2
• ATEX-compliant: Gx320 and Gx620 meet European standards for explosive atmospheres
• Ergonomic design: Lightweight body and rotating 4-inch LCD touchscreen for easy inspections in tight or high-up areas

Compliance made easy
The new methane regulation mandates more than detection; it demands proof. FLIR G-Series cameras are built to streamline documentation and simplify compliance workflows.

G-Series compliance features:
• Multi-REC mode: Record both infrared and visible spectrum video at the same time
• On-camera annotation: Highlight leak sources, record voice notes and tag important data on the fly
• Cloud storage with FLIR Ignite: Automatically upload images and videos from the field
• Smart connectivity: Sync with tablets and mobile devices via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for instant data transfer and reporting

Be ready. Stay compliant. Protect what matters.
FLIR G-Series OGI cameras aren't just tools; they're a complete solution for tackling methane emissions while supporting compliance goals, improving operational safety and avoiding regulatory penalties.

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