Register Now for the GPA Midstream School of Gas Chromatography 2026 – July 20 – July 24, 2026 – Arlington, TX

July 20–24, 2026
University of Texas at Arlington

GPA Midstream’s Analysis, Test Methods & Products Specifications Committee proudly manages and delivers the acclaimed School of Gas Chromatography—an intensive, hands-on training program designed for industry professionals.

The course runs Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive program covers the fundamentals of gas and gas-liquid chromatography, along with an introduction to extended analysis. Designed for chromatograph operators, measurement technicians, and engineers, the curriculum combines lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on equipment operation.

Participants will analyze natural gas and natural gas liquid samples while gaining practical experience in chromatograph setup, operation, and interpretation.

Program Objectives

• Teach GPA Midstream chromatography procedures and calculation methods through hands-on instruction
• Demonstrate how to achieve accurate and reproducible analytical results
• Provide foundational knowledge in chemistry, sampling, safety practices, and system components
• Offer guidance on troubleshooting chromatography software and operations
• Demonstrate laboratory concepts such as system non-linearity

Lecture Topics

• Detector characteristics and calibration
• Column technology and selection
• Gas analysis and computing integrators
• Fundamentals of natural gas chemistry
• Gas and liquid calculation procedures
• Condensate analysis
• Sampling techniques and laboratory handling
• Physical constants of paraffin hydrocarbons
• Quality control and assurance practices
• Reference standard blends
• Resolving BTU differences
• Safety practices for handling hydrocarbons
• Portable chromatographs: selection and operation
• Sulfur, olefins, and other contaminants in gas and liquids

Demonstrations

• Chromatography equipment operation
• Known gas and liquid analysis
• Unknown sample analysis
• Linearity testing

Registration Information

Registration Opens: April 13, 2026

Early Bird Registration (Ends June 19, 2026)

• GPA/GPSA Members — $1,025
• Non-Members — $1,500

Regular Registration (Begins June 20, 2026)

• GPA/GPSA Members — $1,500
• Non-Members — $2,050

Networking Add-On

Chicago White Sox at Texas Rangers
July 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Cost: $35 (Members and Non-Members)
Reservation deadline: June 19, 2026

Cancellations, Refunds & Transfers

Cancellations must be submitted in writing at least 30 days prior to the course start date to receive a refund, less a $100 cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued after this deadline.

Registrations may be transferred at no cost if requested in writing before the deadline. Transfers after the deadline are permitted with a $100 fee.

Join us for a week of hands-on learning, technical development, and professional growth in gas chromatography.