Event Program
Saudi MET 2022
Authors are invited to submit their abstract to mechanical equipment technologies under one of the conferences below Topics:
- Circular Economy
- Decarbonization
- Energy Transition
- Hydrogen Fuel Systems
- Nonmetallic Applications
- IR 4.0 Solutions
- Data Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics
- 3D printing
- Reverse Engineering
- Operational challenges and innovative solutions
Targeted participating and audience from the following sectors
- Oil and gas
- Petrochemicals
- Utilities
- Academic
- Research and Development
- Abstract submission: October 25, 2022
- Abstract acceptance November 15, 2022
- Submission of presentation November 22, 2022
- Presentation acceptance November 29, 2022
- Final presentation December 4, 2022
Day 1, December 12, 2022
Abdullah Al-Humaid, CSD Manager, Saudi Aramco
Keynote speech, the role of engineers in industrial revolutions |
Chip Eskridge, PE, CWI, Chairman ASME B31
Keynote presentation, ASME Standards and Additive Manufacturing |
Dr. Samir Mekid, Director, Robotics, KFUPM
Keynote presentation, Robotics Expanding Role in New Frontiers |
Dr. Jamal Nayfeh, Dean, Engineering, PMU
Keynote presentation, Demystifying Complex Modern “Mechanical” Engineering Systems |
Panel Discussion 1:
Behind every challenge lies an opportunity, collaboration of leaders and experts to make the fit
10:00 - 10:45First Technical Session
Track I: Majed Al-Mutawa, Valmet Co.
Experiences, Current Status, and Way Forward in 3D Printing of Pressure Retaining Components, Case Industrial Valves
Track II: Ali Al-Ousif Manifa Producing Department, Saudi Aramco
MPD In-house Developed Solutions Serving Plant Maintenance and Reliability
13:00 - 13:20Track I: Rakan Banna Sea Water Injection Department, Saudi Aramco
3D Printing for Sand Filters Laterals at SWID
Track II: Peter Carydias, Woods PLC
Predictive maintenance – Towards the Remotely Operated, Autonomous Plant
13:20 - 13:40Track I: Shaj Manjalivalapil, North Ghawar Producing Department, Saudi Aramco
Restoring Integrity of Surface Casing: An Innovative Approach Using a Nonmetallic Composite Repair Solution
Track II: Sumith, L&T Valves Limited
IoT Ready Digital Solution for Valve Remote Monitoring System (LAMP)
13:40 - 14:00Second Technical Session
Track I: Sahlan Abdulwadood ARRAZI, SABIC
Online Inspection of Sea Water Heat Exchanger Tubes using Helium Leak Detection
Track II: Dr. Abdullah Al-Rashidi, Northern Border University
Laser Perforated Cathode Gas Diffusion Layers for Direct Methanol Fuel Cells
14:25 - 14:45Track I: Saad R. Al-Enazi, SIPCHEM
Steam Reformer Inspection and Condition Assessment
Track II: Abdullah Bahlas Consulting Services Department, Saudi Aramco
3D Printing at Saudi Aramco CSD
14:45 - 15:05Track I: Amin Al-Fayez Consulting Services Department, Saudi Aramco
Risk Assessment Selection Methodology for Large-Scale LPG Storage Systems
Track II: Nayif Al-Theeb Operations Procurement Department, Saudi Aramco
Procuring Rotating Equipment Spare Parts through Reverse Engineering
15:05 - 15:25Conference Gala Dinner-December 12, 2022 evening
Reception and networking
18:30 - 19:30Mousa Al-Harbi, Chair ASME - ESAS
Recognition of ASME-ESAS
Conference sponsors & keynote speakers
VIP Exhibition Tour
20:00 - 20:30Dinner
20:30 - 21:30Day 2, December 13, 2022
Abdulelah Habib, Director, Center for Complex Systems (CCS), KACST
Inspiring talk, Innovation and Creativity
08:10 - 08:30Tony Pink, NOV
Keynote presentation, The huge potential of super-hot rock Geothermal in Saudi Arabia.
08:50 - 09:10Panel Discussion 2:
Preparing mechanical engineers for the future: new frontiers and dynamic change in business drivers
9:10 - 9:40Third Technical Session
Track I: Abdullah A. Al-Dossary, ARRAZI, SABIC
Reactor HTHA Second Level Assessment
Track II: Ayman Amer, R&D, Saudi Aramco
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assisted Thermography to Detect Corrosion under Insulation (CUI)
10:45 - 11:05Track I:Abdullah Alsultan, South Ghawar Producing Department, Saudi Aramco
Resolving Pipeline Maintenance Challenges Through Adapting Technologies
Track II: Bharat Bhushan, Jasingh Sea Water Injection Department, Saudi Aramco
Pipelines External Corrosion Management — Advance CP Inspection Technology GPS Synchronized CIPS
11:05 - 11:25Track I: David Cockfield, Pipeline Innovations Limited
PATHFINDER – A new direction in pipeline proving and scraper performance management
Track II: Calum Urquhart, Atlas Copco
Smart Connected Bolting
11:25 - 11:45Forth Technical Session
Track I: Sigfrid Ruz, Alba Gaskets
Benefits of Reverse Integrity Testing products with focus on improving asset integrity, reducing fugitive emissions, and reducing overall testing costs
Track II: Dr. Saad A. Aiban, Maeen Eng. Consult.
Innovative Online Leak Repair of Pipes, Tanks and Vessels Using Nonmetallic Composites
13:00 - 13:20Track I: Papa Cisse, Consulting Services Department, Saudi Aramco
Impact of Ambient Air Temperature on Air-Cooled Heat Exchanger (ACHE) Thermal Sizing
Track II: Rabieh Ghossainy, Arkan Alfalah Co.
Online Robotic for Tank Inspection
13:20 - 13:40Track I: Edward Currey, NOV Tuboscope
Maximize Assets with Coatings and Zap-Lok Mechanical Interference Connections
Track II: Omar Obaid, Nima Arabia
Liquid Nano Ceramic Hollow Microspheres (Non-Metallic System) and The Evolution of Thermal Insulation
13:40 - 14:00Fiveth Technical Session
Track I: Yahya Naji Marqabi, ARRAZI, SABIC
Online Repair Method for Reformer Hotspots
Track II: Faizan Ahmed, Tanajib Co.
IIoT & Cloud Computing Based Steam Trap & Valves Monitoring Solution (STMS) – IR 4.0 Initiative to reduce steam losses & CO2 Emission
14:15 - 14:35Track I: Abdullah F. Arab, Inspection Department, Saudi Aramco
Underground Nonmetallic Pipelines Network Leak Detection
Track II: Abdullatif Balwi, Cortec Middle East
Tank Bottom Floor Integrity Assurance Using VpCI & Online Monitoring
14:35 - 14:55