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SULFUR-RITE®

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:35:56 GMT

The SULFUR-RITE® process is a cost-effective solution for continuous hydrogen sulfide removal for sulfur removal operations with a maximum H2S load typically less than 500 lbs/day. The process is selective to H2S and light mercaptans and is especially effective where removal of other gas components, such as CO2, is not required.

Hach Company

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:04:00 GMT

For many years, water quality has played a key role in the oil and gas industry. With the widespread adoption of hydraulic fracturing (fracing/fracking), the oil and gas industry's water management needs are higher today than ever, and so is the need to accurately determine water quality. More and more, the industry is looking to water as a valuable commodity rather than a cost.

MPPE: Hydrocarbon Removal From Water

Thu, 28 May 2009 06:57:00 GMT

The Macro Porous Polymer Extraction (MPPE) Technology is a highly effective, fully automated, remote controlled and guaranteed method for removing dissolved and dispersed hydrocarbons from water with efficiencies of 99.9999% down to below ppb levels.

Ashcroft B700 Explosion-Proof Pressure Switches

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:36:00 GMT

Ashcroft Type B700 explosion-proof pressure switches can be specifically configured for harsh pressure media and demanding operating environments. Enclosed in a NEMA 7/9 - IP66 rated housing, Type B700 pressure switches can be used in Class 1, Division 1&2 and Class 2, Division 1&2 hazardous locations

Aquatech's Shale Gas Team Services

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:53:34 GMT

Delivering support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year, the Aquatech Shale Gas Team is focused on helping Oil & Gas personnel get the most out of their water in order to maximize their gas yield.

Heat Exchanger and Condenser: Full Length Tube LinersT

Tue, 17 Apr 2001 14:47:00 GMT

The patented CTI tube liner is a tube repair method developed for those condensers and heat exchangers that suffer from full-length erosion/corrosion, pitting, general wall thinning and/or an overage of plugged tubes

Petr�leos Mexicanos (PEMEX) - Oil Well Monitoring Success Story

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:08:00 GMT

PEMEX, a Mexican state-owned petroleum company, uses Telemetry & Remote SCADA Solutions from Schneider Electric to access remote oil wells in formerly inaccessible locations based in Veracruz, Mexico and now monitors its entire oil field from a central location.

SCADAPack 4102 Modbus Multivariable Transmitter Datasheet

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:04:00 GMT

The SCADAPack 4102 Modbus Multivariable Transmitter is the flagship of our Ethernet transmitter product line, offering precise measurement of process pressure, differential pressure and temperature.

SCADAPack 4032 Modbus Differential Pressure Transmitter Datasheet

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:04:00 GMT

The SCADAPack 4032 Modbus Pressure Transmitter is an accurate and intelligent transmitter that offers precise measurement of differential pressure in a compact, robust package. As a fully digital transmitter, the product is networked using Modbus over Ethernet or a selectable RS485/232 serial line.

SCADAPack 4012 Modbus Pressure Transmitter Datasheet

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:04:00 GMT

The SCADAPack 4012 Modbus Pressure Transmitter is an accurate and intelligent transmitter that offers precise measurement of process absolute or gauge pressures in a small and lightweight package. As a fully digital transmitter, the product is networked using Modbus over Ethernet or a selectable RS485/232 serial line.

Telemetry & Remote SCADA Solutions Line Card - Oil & Gas

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:06:12 GMT

A complete integrated sensor to enterprise solution that will go beyond addressing the most challenging remote monitoring and control application and help you quickly and safely deploy, operate and optimise your energy production.

Flow Assurance Engineering Brochure

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:44:00 GMT

GATE, LLC's fundamental approach to work of all types is to apply a Systems Engineering approach. deeper waters come more challenges, and hence more specialists and fewer people that see the picture'.

SmartWell Technology Restores Oil Production

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:40:00 GMT

An operator in Norway faced unexpected gas breakthrough in a stacked oil play resulting in reduced oil production and loss of recovery. Oil production was limited by gas-handling capability.

Swellable Packer In Cement Helps Prevent Gas Mitigation

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:35:00 GMT

A major customer in the Marcellus shale wanted to mitigate gas migration to the surface in an effort to reduce health, safety, and environmental risks.

ZoneSelect System, Fraxsis Packers Isolate, Fracture Four Horizontal Wells, Increase Product By 30%

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:32:00 GMT

Weatherford deployed a 4-in. liner and a WC-series tandem-cone hydraulic-set (WCTH) liner hanger in conjunction with Weatherford's ZoneSelectSingleShot FracSliding Sleeves and Fraxsisannulus swellable packers.

Cliff Head Oil Field Offshore Western Australia Case Study

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:27:00 GMT

Following successful appraisal wells confirming commercial hydrocarbon reserves, ROC and its JV partners sanctioned full field development of Cliff Head in 2005. AWT was engaged to provide input in the disciplines adjacently stated.

Fearless Flow Back: Treating Completion Fluids And Acid Flow Backs

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:23:00 GMT

An oil company completed a well and CETCO Oilfield Services was there to treat the flow back fluids. During the flow back, it was necessary for the oil company to continue normal drilling operations.

ExxonMobil Awards MazeFlo Sand Control Screen License To Weatherford

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:28:00 GMT

ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company announced recently that it has awarded Weatherford International Ltd. the first global license for the company's MazeFlo sand control screens for oil wells.

Spitfire-1 Exploration Well Discovers New Oil Field

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:49:00 GMT

Drilling at Spitfire-1 in permit PEL 104 on the western flank of the South Australian Cooper Basin has discovered a new oil accumulation according to Operator of the joint venture Senex Energy Limited (Senex).

Flow Assurance Monitoring Brochure

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:47:00 GMT

Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies has pioneered the development of integrated simulator systems, consisting of a dynamic process simulator interfaced with a dynamic multiphase flow simulator.

Halliburton Receives OSHA Star Worksite Approval

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:21:00 GMT

Halliburton has been reapproved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as a Star Worksite within its Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP).

Endress+Hauser Introduces Installed Base Audit Program

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:02:00 GMT

Endress+Hauser introduces the Installed Base Audit program, an instrumentation support program that helps plant managers and maintenance departments identify all the process instrument and analyzer measurement devices in the plant, determine maintenance and calibration procedures for each device, keep the devices and processes running at peak efficiency, and reduce Total Cost of Ownership.

Telemetry & Remote SCADA Solutions Line Card - General

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:17:55 GMT

A complete integrated sensor to enterprise solution that will go beyond addressing the most challenging remote monitoring and control application and help you quickly transform remote asset data into valuable knowledge to optimise your operations.

Integrated Gas Detection On Vacuum/Pressure Washer Rigs

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:28:00 GMT

Vacuum trucks are often used to remove water around sub-surface pipes (or any type of underground equipment) in the oil and gas industry to conduct maintenance.

Safety Integrity Level (SIL) - IEC 61508/61511 Overview

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:16:00 GMT

Safety Integrity Level (SIL) is defi ned as a relative level of risk-reduction provided by a safety function, or to specify a target level of risk reduction.

Sunoco Announces Strategic Initiatives And Management Changes

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:01:00 GMT

Sunoco, Inc. announced it will focus on its high-return logistics and retail businesses and undertake a series of initiatives to improve its financial and strategic flexibility to better position itself to deliver sustainable value to shareholders.

Gas Detection On Off-Shore Platforms

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:50:00 GMT

Twenty years ago, fire swept through the Piper Alpha oil rig in the Scottish sector of the North Sea. Panic and confusion were the order of the day as the doomed installation buckled into the frigid water. By Starr Tze, T�V FSEng. Net Safety Monitoring Certification and Quality Engineer

Smoke & Oil Mist Detection Safeguards Against A Dangerous Visitor In Gas Compressor Stations

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:03:00 GMT

Lubrication oil is often circulated through natural gas compressors to provide cooling and to prevent engine wear. The lube oil system is pressurized and as a result there is a high risk potential for leakage.

Powering Safety Systems - Giving Yourself Significant Power 'Head-Room' Is Good Practice When Installing Safety Instrumentation

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:53:00 GMT

One of the most common sources of Fire and Gas detection system failure is power supply interruption and disturbance. Power supply specifications of an instrument refer to the voltage that must appear at the instrument power terminals, not the power supply rated output.

Global EMC Requirements For Gas And Flame Products

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:44:00 GMT

When certification is considered for Hazardous Location (HazLoc) products, the first thought that comes to mind is safety.

Gas Technologies Launches Worldwide Early Adopter Program

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:41:00 GMT

Gas Technologies (GTL), manufacturer of the innovative GasTechno gas to liquids process, launched the GasTechno Early Adopter Program (EAP).

Infocast's Inaugural Water Management For Shale Plays Meeting

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:44:00 GMT

Infocast is pleased to announce their first Water Management for Shale Plays meeting to be held at the Houston Marriott West Loop by the Galleria in Houston, TX, from February 27 - 29, 2012.

Hydraulic Tubing Drain (HTD)

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:57:00 GMT

The Fike Hydraulic Tubing Drain (HTD), a pressure actuated dual purpose downhole device, is fundamental for all artificial lift operations. The Fike HTD provides a simple yet safe means to drain tubing when downhole pumps need to be pulled for service.

MarkWest Announces Significant Processing And Fractionation Infrastructure For The Marcellus And Utica Shales

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:35:00 GMT

MarkWest Energy Partners, L.P. recently announced expansion plans for the Marcellus and Utica shales that include more than 600 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) of additional processing capacity and 140,000 barrels per day (Bbl/d) of incremental fractionation capacity

Global NuTech Acquires Texas Gulf Oil And Gas, Inc

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:35:00 GMT

Global NuTech, Inc. (OTCQX: BOCL) announced today that the company has acquired 100% of the stock of Houston, Texas based Texas Gulf Oil & Gas, Inc. The acquisition from private equity firm Corporate Strategies Merchant Bankers includes individual oilfield producing assets and options throughout the Austin Chalk and near the Eagle Ford shale play in Texas.

Poll: Nearly 80 Percent Of Florida Voters Favor More Oil And Natural Gas Development

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:26:00 GMT

Seventy-eight percent of Florida voters favor more development of U.S. oil and natural gas resources, and similar numbers believe more oil and natural gas development would provide major benefits to the nation, including more U.S.

Gov. Nixon Voices Support For Proposed Flanagan South Pipeline During Visit To Shelby County

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Gov. Jay Nixon recently joined officials from Shelby County to voice his support for the proposed Flanagan South Pipeline Project by Enbridge (U.S.) Inc.

Marken Announces New Corporate Team To Develop Industry Changing Technologies

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:30:00 GMT

Marken announced recently the introduction of 'CORTEC', an internal corporate function led by industry experts to support the development of industry best practices, packaging technology and innovation.

API Hosts Regional Hydraulic Fracturing Workshops

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:20:00 GMT

API recently began the first in a series of hydraulic fracturing workshops scheduled this year in regions where shale energy is being developed.

Luva May Herald Start Of Deep-Water Development In Norwegian Sea

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:18:00 GMT

Statoil, together with its Luva field partners, has selected a Spar platform to develop the field. As a gas transport solution has also been decided, a major step has now been taken towards deep-water production in the Norwegian Sea.

EPA Proposes Waste Water Discharge Permits For Oil And Gas Exploration In Alaska's Beaufort And Chukchi Seas

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:52:00 GMT

EPA is now seeking input on two draft waste water discharge permits for oil and gas exploration activities in Alaska's Beaufort and Chukchi Seas.

Emerson Helps Trinidad And Tobago Expand Its Gas Pipeline Network With The Largest Dantorque Actuator Ever Made

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:34:00 GMT

The National Gas Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited is using the largest Dantorque actuator ever produced by Emerson to help expand its gas distribution network on the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago.

Aral Oil Terminal Inaugurated

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:22:00 GMT

Tethys Petroleum Limited recently announced the official inauguration of its Aral Oil Terminal ("AOT")-a new oil storage and rail loading facility for oil shipments from the Company's Doris oilfield into the Kazakh rail system.

ExxonMobil To Restructure Holdings In Japan

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:07:00 GMT

ExxonMobil and TonenGeneral Sekiyu K.K have entered into an agreement which will result in the restructuring of ExxonMobil's holdings in Japan.

Wavefront Technology Solutions Inc. Starts Up Powerwave Installations With Petroleum Development Oman (PDO)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:52:00 GMT

Wavefront Technology Solutions Inc. ("Wavefront" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:WEE) (OTCQX:WFTSF), the leader in fluid injection optimization for improved performance and profitability in the oil and environmental sectors, is pleased to announce that the much anticipated Powerwave installations with Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) previously announced April 11, 2011 have started effective January 24, 2012.

BG Group To Increase LNG Volumes From Sabine Pass

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:20:00 GMT

BG Group announced recently that it has reached agreement with Sabine Pass Liquefaction, LLC (Sabine Liquefaction), a subsidiary of Cheniere Energy Partners, L.P., to purchase an additional 2 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) over a 20-year period from the Sabine Pass terminal in Louisiana, USA.

SCADAPack Brochure

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:42:00 GMT

Providing reliable data collection, monitoring and control is a crucial component in any SCADA system. However, when critical infrastructure is dispersed over a wide area, often accessible only through a variety of communication media, unique challenges are faced.