2026 - Alan Cummings
Sr R&D Analytical Chemist
Lummus Technology
Alan Cummings is a Senior R&D Analytical Chemist at Lummus Technology in Pasadena, Texas. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Chemistry from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in Clear Lake, Texas.
With more than 36 years of experience in analytical chemistry, method development, and instrumental analysis, Alan has built extensive expertise across a wide range of analytical techniques and laboratory disciplines. He has been with Lummus Technology for over 24 years, providing analytical support for the company's R&D programs and customer projects.
His areas of expertise include sulfur and nitrogen speciation, titrimetric analysis, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, GC-ICP-MS, sample digestion techniques, LIMS/CDS knowledge, gas chromatography, and analytical method development and validation.
Alan supports the full spectrum of analytical needs for Lummus Technology's R&D facility and its customers, helping develop and implement reliable analytical solutions for complex petrochemical and refining applications.
Presentation(s):
Nitrogen Chemiluminescence Detection (NCD) coupled with Gas Chromatography (GC) for NH3 and NOx Analysis
Abstract Number: 181
