In this episode, Russel Treat talks with Kathleen Smits of Southern Methodist University about how natural gas moves underground after a pipeline leak begins and why that matters for detection, quantification, and repair. The conversation covers how soil moisture, surface conditions, pressure, and gas composition shape what operators measure at the surface. Kathleen also discusses […]
Pipeline Technology
Episode 454: Real-Time Data Management with Geoff Daily and Aaron Knabb
This week on the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat talks with Geoff Daily and Aaron Knabb of Bifrost, the MetaSCADA division of Techneaux, about moving SCADA data reliably across the enterprise. The conversation covers why a simple pull from the historian often isn’t enough, how Bifrost’s naming and namespace tools address the “what do you […]
Episode 446: In-Situ Mechanical Testing with Mona Haggag
This week on the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat talks with Mona Haggag about in-situ mechanical testing, a nondestructive technique used to determine the mechanical properties of pipe still in the ground. Mona, whose father pioneered the technology, walks through how the ball indentation method works, what it can and cannot tell an operator, and how […]
Episode 433: Creating a Value-Delivering AI Application with Samer El Issa
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with Samer El Issa of FloSeer about applying AI to solve real-world challenges in pipeline and measurement operations. The discussion covers how different types of AI, including large language models, mathematical models, and agent-based systems, can be used together to deliver practical and reliable outcomes, as […]
Episode 417: Fundamentals of Pipeline Metallurgy with Keith Leewis
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a conversation with metallurgical expert Keith Leewis, who introduces the fundamentals of pipeline metallurgy and explains how steelmaking practices have evolved over time. The discussion explores the key concepts that influence how modern and legacy pipeline steels behave, setting the stage for a multi-part series on metallurgy and […]
Episode 405: New release of SCADA Connect component of PODS with Marissa Anderson and Gary Choquette
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a discussion with Marissa Anderson of Magnolia River and Gary Choquette of PRCI about the Pipeline Open Data Standard (PODS) and the new SCADA Link module. The conversation explores how PODS provides a geospatial framework for managing pipeline data, the value of linking SCADA data to precise pipeline […]
Episode 375: Artificial Intelligence – Buzzword or Real Technology? with Christopher DeLeon and Rhett Dotson
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features a discussion with Christopher DeLeon and Rhett Dotson from D2 Integrity on the role of artificial intelligence in integrity management. The conversation explores whether AI is a useful tool or just a buzzword, emphasizing the importance of data quality, AI-assisted decision-making, and real-world applications in pipeline operations. The […]
Episode 373: Combining Gamification and Generative AI to Improve Training with Clint Bodungen
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Clint Bodungen of ThreatGEN joins to discuss the intersection of gamification and generative AI in training. The conversation explores how these innovative tools can simulate cybersecurity training scenarios and enhance incident response exercises. Clint and Russel also discuss their collaboration on a PHMSA-sponsored R&D project, where they aim […]
Episode 368: Cloud Solutions for Field Operations with Chris Viator
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat is joined by Chris Viator, Muddy Boots Support Lead at EnerSys Corporation, to discuss the transformative role of cloud solutions in field operations. The conversation explores how cloud-based tools enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and address challenges faced by field technicians and back-office teams alike. The episode […]
Episode 363: Driving Operations Value through Digital with Doug Warren & John Krajewski
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Doug Warren and John Krajewski of AVEVA join to discuss the evolution and significance of digital transformation in pipeline operations, including breaking down data silos and addressing industry challenges like system integration and operational complexity. The conversation highlights the importance of identifying actionable steps toward modernization while emphasizing […]