A significant regulatory change is coming for the oil and gas industry, and many may not yet be aware of its full impact.

The API 560 Committee is poised to announce a new edition with an appendix containing a standard for fuel gas systems in fired heater service, with the official release expected in mid to late 2025. This change introduces stricter filtration performance criteria that will have a wide-reaching effect on fuel gas systems across the industry.

What Does the New Standard Mean?

For the first time, the API 560 fuel gas coalescer specification will formally require compliance with Annex Q, a standard that mandates coalescers to remove 99.98 wt% of solid particulates and liquid aerosols from fuel gas with a particle size of 0.3 microns or larger. This shift from a Recommended Practice (RP) to a normative standard brings a new layer of accountability to ensure fuel gas systems meet these heightened performance expectations.

Many organizations may find themselves scrambling to meet these new demands, especially as this regulatory shift will create compliance pressures across both existing operations and new projects. Staying ahead of these regulatory changes will be critical for companies looking to maintain operational efficiency and avoid potential downtime or non-compliance risks.

How Jonell Systems Can Help You Prepare

For companies looking to get ahead of this regulatory change, Jonell Systems is ready to be your partner in execution. Whether you’re upgrading existing systems or planning new installations, our expertise in fuel gas filtration can help ensure seamless compliance with the new API 560 standard. Our current products meet this standard, meaning that your operation can start meeting the new regulatory requirements with confidence.

Take the Next Step: Partner with Jonell Systems

The key to staying competitive as this regulatory change approaches is early action. Jonell Systems is here to support you with expert guidance and customized filtration solutions. Reach out to our team today to discuss how we can help your operation meet the new API 560 Annex Q requirements.

Don’t wait until the deadline is looming—engage with us now to ensure your fuel gas systems are future-proofed and fully compliant.

Additionally, stay tuned for an invitation to our upcoming webinar, where we will dive deeper into the regulatory changes, what they mean for the industry, and how you can stay ahead of the curve. We’ll be sharing practical insights and strategies for managing compliance with the new standard.