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 […]
Recent Episodes
Episode 445: Anniversary of the Bellingham Incident with Larry Shelton
This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast commemorates the 27th anniversary of the tragic Olympic Pipeline rupture in Bellingham, Washington, which resulted in a catastrophic explosion and the loss of three young lives. Larry Shelton shares his insights from the incident and the conversation serves as a reminder of the responsibilities of those in the pipeline […]
Episode 444: Closing the Gap between Field Execution in Right of Way Monitoring with Mike Radich
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russell Treat joins Mike Radich, Senior Account Executive at LiveEO, for a live webinar conversation on what happens after a right-of-way issue is identified — how it moves through the organization, how it gets prioritized, and how it ultimately reaches the field for resolution. Drawing on more […]
Episode 443: Using Reinforced Plastic Liner for Pipeline Remediation with Alois Multerer
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Alois Multerer of Primus Line about reinforced thermoplastic liner technology and its role in pipeline rehabilitation. The conversation explores how Kevlar-reinforced composite liners are installed, where trenchless remediation technologies are most effective, and the ongoing industry challenges around inspection, integrity management, and long-term operational […]
Episode 442: Full Scope Pipeline Integrity Testing and Analysis with Travis Greenstreet and Ahmed Hassanin
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with Travis Greenstreet and Ahmed Hassanin about full scale pipeline integrity testing, failure analysis, and the role testing plays in validating integrity management decisions. The conversation explores burst testing, strain analysis, digital modeling, repair validation, and how operators can use testing and analysis to […]
Episode 441: Industry Engagement and Workforce Advancement with Tyler Tunic
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Tyler Tunic of the SGA Natural Gas Association about industry engagement, workforce collaboration, and the evolving role of trade associations in the natural gas industry. Tyler discusses his transition from an operator role at Williams to leading industry engagement at SGA Natural Gas Association, […]
Episode 440: Natural Gas Leak Detection Technology with Brad Thomas
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Brad Thomas of Heath Consultants about the evolution of natural gas leak detection technology and the operational realities of leak survey work. The conversation explores how the industry is moving from traditional combustible gas indicators toward advanced laser-based methane detection systems, along with the […]
Episode 439: Getting Value from Environmental Consulting with Michelle Logut and Scott Urwick
In this episode, Russel Treat speaks with Michelle Logut and Scott Urwick about how environmental consulting supports pipeline project success. The conversation explores how early engagement, clear communication, and alignment between permitting and construction can help avoid delays, reduce costs, and maintain project momentum. Getting Value from Environmental Consulting Show Notes, Links, and Insider Terms […]
Episode 438: Building a Career in Cathodic Protection and Corrosion Control with Greg Alexander
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat speaks with Greg Alexander of Audubon about his decades-long career in corrosion control and pipeline integrity. Greg shares how he entered the field without a traditional engineering background, the importance of certifications and industry involvement, and why developing the next generation of corrosion professionals is critical […]
Episode 437: 2026 SGA Natural Gas Association Spring Gas Conference with Scott Faircloth
In this episode, Scott Faircloth of Piedmont Natural Gas joins the conversation to discuss the Southern Gas Association’s Spring Gas Conference and its role in supporting industry collaboration. The discussion explores Scott’s career path, the value of field experience, and how industry events like SGA help drive knowledge sharing, innovation, and workforce development. SGA Spring […]