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Episode 232: Pipeline Safety and Information Sharing with Shawn Lyon (w/Video)

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Shawn Lyon discussing the importance of active pipeline safety and how to share safety information throughout the industry. The episode was recorded in person during the 2022 API Pipeline, Control Room And Cybernetics Conference. In this episode, you will learn about the importance of sharing data throughout the industry […]

Episode 231: PHMSA Valve Installation and Rupture Detection Rule with Keith Coyle

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Keith Coyle of Babst Calland discussing the newly reformed valve installation and rupture detection rule from PHMSA going into effect this October.  In this episode, you will learn about rupture mitigation valves, how the new PHMSA rules are going to affect preexisting pipelines, repairing versus replacing pipes, and potential […]

Episode 229: The Natural Compliance Journey with Dale Schafer

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Dale Schafer, Vice President of Business Development with EnerACT Energy Services and VP Business Development for EnerSys Corporation, discussing the Natural Compliance Journey. In this episode, you will learn what Natural Compliance is, the three critical parts of Natural Compliance, the glue that holds it all together, how Natural […]

Episode 228: An Introduction to the Pipeline Safety Trust with Bill Caram

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Bill Caram, Executive Director at Pipeline Safety Trust, discussing the importance of pipeline safety in the pipeline industry. In this episode, you will learn about the Pipeline Safety Trust, why it was established, and what they have accomplished in the industry. Bill also addresses how they are dealing with […]

Episode 227: Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program with Stuart Saulters

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Stuart Saulters, VP of Government Relations at the American Public Gas Association, discussing the Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program. In this episode, you will learn about the Billion Dollar PHMSA Grant Program that was included in the recently enacted Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, what it covers, who is […]

Episode 226: What Pipeliners Can Learn From Aviation Safety with John DeLeeuw

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features John DeLeeuw talking about what pipeliners can learn from the aviation industry’s Aviation Safety Action Program. In this episode, you will learn about the similarities between the aviation and pipeline industries with the common goal of fewer incidents. Russel and Mr. DeLeeuw also discuss the benefits of a safety […]

Episode 225: API RP 1183 Assessment and Management of Pipeline Dents with Aaron Dinovitzer

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Aaron Dinovitzer of BMT Canada discussing the keys to the successful adoption of API RP 1183 (Assessment and Management of Pipeline Dents) in pipeline operations. In this episode, you will learn about various topics involved in API RP 1183, including its history, the different types of dents that can […]

Episode 224: Peak Shaving & Curtailment in Utility Operations with Mary Palkovich

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Mary Palkovich, a consultant for Xcel Energy, discussing issues around peak shaving and curtailment for gas utility operators. In this episode, you will learn about methods for peak shaving, including propane air, gas storage, and compressed natural gas. Russel and Mary also recount their curtailment experiences and the lessons […]

Episode 223: The Need for Full-Scale Testing to Support Pipeline Safety with Skip Elliott

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This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features the return of former PHMSA Administrator Howard “Skip” Elliott to discuss the need for full-scale testing to support pipeline safety. In this episode, you will learn about PHMSA’s collaboration with the pipeline industry, Mr. Elliott’s advice on shifting the narrative around the pipeline industry, and the many benefits of […]