This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Rick Kay of Onboard Dynamics to talk about methane capture vs. methane venting with host Russel Treat. Rick discusses methane capture, the process of evacuations of natural gas in pipeline operations, reducing global greenhouse gas emissions, and achieving environmental benefits and cost reduction. In this episode, you will […]
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Episode 14: Calibration Equipment – Care and Upkeep with Brian Lund
In this month’s episode of the Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast, Host Weldon Wright is joined by Brian Lund of Norse Technologies to discuss the care and upkeep of calibration equipment. Calibration Equipment – Care and Upkeep Show Notes, Links & Insider Terms: Show notes with links, resources, and insider terms will be uploaded later […]
Episode 13: Wireless Instrumentation on the Wellpad with Denis Rutherford
This month’s Oil & Gas Measurement Podcast episode features Denis Rutherford discussing the differences between wired and wireless transmitters, the pros and cons for both, and which way the industry is heading. In this month’s episode, you will learn how wireless transmitters differ from wired, the installation cost difference, and how they are able to […]
Episode 254: Using Turbo Expander Generators for Electric Power from Natural Gas with Michael Longo
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Mike Longo of Anax Power to discuss using turboexpanders to generate carbon-free power from natural gas. In this episode, you will learn about turboexpanders and why they are used, how the energy gained from the turboexpanders is stored and used, and how electrolyzers can help the industry begin slowly […]
Episode 248: Renewable Natural Gas with Scott Martin
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Scott Martin discussing natural gas, the different types of emissions, and the process of getting RNG ready to be used as fuel. In this episode, you will learn why natural gas use is increasing, the difference between cellulosic biofuels and advanced biofuels and how to benefit from them, and […]
Episode 224: Peak Shaving & Curtailment in Utility Operations with Mary Palkovich
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 182: INGAA Foundation – Serving the Natural Gas Industry with Tony Straquadine
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features first-time guest Tony Straquadine, the Executive Director of the INGAA Foundation, discussing how the INGAA Foundation is serving the natural gas industry through advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative programs. In this episode, you will learn about the difference between the INGAA Foundation and INGAA, the various programs that INGAA […]
Episode 172: Noise Suppression for Pipeline Blowdown with Keegan Blake
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features first-time guest Keegan Blake of Adelant Energy discussing his role in supporting pipeline personnel with a noise suppression tool for pipeline blowdown. In this episode, you will learn about the importance of noise suppression to protect the health of field personnel, the development of his product that is gaining […]
Episode 98: Natural Gas Appliance Standards with Stuart Saulters
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features returning guest Stuart Saulters for a discussion about gas appliances and gas appliance standards with host Russel Treat. In this episode, you will learn more about Stuart’s move to the American Public Gas Association and what his position entails, the entities APGA serves, and the importance of gas appliance […]
Episode 91: The Public Awareness Rule with Bill DeFoor
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Bill DeFoor of the Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia discussing the PHMSA public awareness rule with Russel Treat. The discussion centers on the PHMSA requirement for effective communication between pipeline operators and stakeholders that include the affected public, emergency officials, local public officials, and excavators. You will also learn […]