In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright is joined by Matt Holmes to discuss the intricacies of averaging techniques, flow computer settings, and back-office system calculations. Matt shares insights from his extensive experience, covering topics such as hourly averages, VCF (Volume Correction Factor), and the impact of varying […]
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Episode 25: Beyond the 100 Year Old Orifice Plate with David Bell
In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright is joined by David Bell, president of Bell Technologies, to discuss the challenges and innovations in the field of oil and gas measurement. They explore the limitations of the traditional orifice plate, which has been in use for over a century, […]
Episode 24: Real World Water Measurement with Stephen Anson
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features Stephen Anson discussing the technical report for produced water published by API and how it has been edited, the challenges being produced water measures, and where the industry is headed in the future. In this month’s episode, you will learn how popular produced water is and […]
Episode 23: Measurement in the Great White North with Colby Ruff
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features Colby Ruff discussing the regulation differences between the United States and Canada for the oil and gas industry, as well as Canada’s program EPAP. In this month’s episode, you will learn about custody transfer measurement, audits, and how the Canadian government keeps the senior executives responsible. […]
Episode 22: Ultrasonic Measurement with John Lansing
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features John Lansing discussing ways technology is improving in the industry, how new inventions are impacting workers, and different revisions of AGA, specifically AGA 9. In this month’s episode, you will learn about the history behind the ultrasonic meter and its advancements, why the AGA revisions are […]
Episode 21: What is Renewable Natural Gas? with Dr. Diane Saber
In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright is joined by Diane Saber of REEthink, Inc., to talk about renewable natural gas and its challenges. Learn about concerns faced with the introduction of renewable natural gas (RNG) into our transmission and distribution systems. The discussion takes a historical twist […]
Episode 20: Getting Involved in Measurement Standards and Schools
In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright discusses the importance of getting involved with organizations and events in the measurement industry, including various organizations and schools. This episode also features several clips featuring conversations with professionals in the industry. Getting Involved Show Notes, Links, and Insider Terms: Getting […]
Episode 19: Liquid Sampling Changes with Eric Estrada
In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, host Weldon Wright is joined by Eric Estrada, Measurement Manager at Targa Resources, to discuss challenges and standards around liquid sampling. Liquid Sampling Show Notes, Links, and Insider Terms: Liquid Sampling Full Episode Transcript: Weldon Wright: Hello and welcome to episode 19 of the […]
Episode 18: Rich Gas Sampling with Kevin Warner
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features Kevin Warner, of Mustang Sampling, discussing the challenges in obtaining representative gas samples of wet gas and rich gas, particularly when the gas is delivered at high temperatures. In this month’s episode, you will learn the importance of proper design and installation of the sampling system, […]
Episode 17: Measurement as a Service with Jayson Payne
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features Jayson Payne discussing how companies are changing their methods of outsourcing and getting more creative, as well as why proper training is so important for new technicians in the industry and how experience can not replace training. In this month’s episode, you will learn about how […]