Eastern Gas Compression Roundtable (EGCR) - 2026
The Eastern Gas Compression Roundtable (EGCR) is a non-profit organization providing the Natural Gas Industry with high quality, cost-effective education via targeted, industry-specific training programs for entry-level through advanced educational needs. These programs are presented at our annual training and technology conference and focus specifically on engine and compressor maintenance. Our goal is to meet the needs of industry groups closely involved with Compressor Stations, Marcellus Shale, Utica Shale, Antrim and other associated areas. The conference is promoted by those directly involved in the oil and gas industry and is open to anyone involved in the industry.
The EGCR is a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to provide the Natural Gas Industry with cost effective training programs focusing on engine and compressor maintenance. The Conference, which has been held annually since 1973, is open to anyone wishing to attend and EGCR membership is not required to attend.
- An expansive vendor hall
- Educational tracks with up to 8 individual classes in each track over 2 1/2 days
- Specialized tracks offered at an additional cost
- All classes are eligible for Professional Development Hours towards license renewals
- All classes start and end at the same time to allow attendees the opportunity to move between tracks
- Class participation and sharing of knowledge is encouraged
- Annual golf event
- Monday evening reception
- Networking opportunities
- Registration for the EGCR includes access to the Exhibit Hall and all standard classes
One of the most popular tracks is the Introduction to Compressor Stations training which focuses on the basics for those new to the industry including: yard piping, auxiliary systems, prime movers, compressor components and operating characteristics of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors. Over the years, countless operators, engineers, gas pipeline managers, industry leaders and insiders have gone through our training courses. Classes are taught by individuals with years of industry experience and are rigorously non-commercial.
Past Roundtables have included over 1,000 attendees from across the U.S. and several foreign countries. This year, take a step to increase your knowledge, and increase your worth by attending the EGCR!
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- Expansive vendor hall
- Educational tracks with up to 8 individual classes in each track over 2 1/2 days
- Specialized tracks offered at an additional cost
- All classes are eligible for Professional Development Hours (PDHs) towards license renewals
- All classes start and end at the same time to allow attendees the opportunity to move between tracks
- Class participation and sharing of knowledge is encouraged
- Keynote Speaker
- Annual Golf Outing
- Monday evening Welcome Reception
- Social event Tuesday evening
- Auxiliary Equipment/Filtration
- Compressor Maintenance
- Electrical & Ignition Equipment
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Gas Processing
- Introduction to Compressor Stations
- Lubrication & Filtration
- Maintenance Reliability
- Performance Reliability
- Pipeline Valve and Actuation Maintenance
- Roundtable Discussions
- Technical & Engineering
- Introduction to Gas Compression
- OEM Ariel
- OEM CAT
- OEM Solar Turbines
- OEM Waukesha (INNIO)
- Miscellaneous
Keynote 2026: Nickolaus E. Munoz, Williams
From Molecule to Megawatt: Williams’ Behind-the-Meter Data Center ModelFrom Molecule to Megawatt highlights Williams’ innovative approach to powering next-generation digital infrastructure through a fully integrated, behind-the-meter (BTM) energy model. Leveraging its nationwide natural gas network, renewable energy partnerships, and growing clean-power portfolio, Williams delivers an onsite, resilient, and scalable energy supply designed specifically for high-density data center operations.