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Wireless, battery-powered fixed, semi-fixed, transportable gas detection systems introducedSmartWireless® Site Sentinel stand-alone gas detection systems are unveiled for fixed, semi-fixed, and transportable use in light and heavy environments.

This wireless, battery-powered system monitors for dangerous toxic and combustible gases “through new-to-market wireless network innovations and offers the safest, most comprehen-sive and flexible gas detection available today,” declares its manufacturer.

SmartWireless Site Sentinel is easy to customize. Each system can be fitted with a number of components. These include toxic and infrared hydrocarbon combustible gas detectors, control-lers, remote HMIs, solar panels, or alarm and signaling stations.

Each flexible and expandable system can include up to 32 detectors and comprise any com-bination of wired or wireless devices. Critical fault diagnostics are available locally or through a link to other members of the network.

The new systems operate on a network through “Self-Healing Mesh Network” topology. This allows each device to act as a router or repeater for all other devices in the network.

With this company’s patent-pending “Fault Tolerant Safety Network” technology, Site Senti-nel network architecture ensures “no single point of failure” within the system. This allows any device on the network to take control as the “master” should the designated master device fail.

Power options for system components include disposable batteries, rechargeable battery packs with solar power options, and line power.

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Long-range Ir gas detectionEyeCGas Infrared Gas Imaging Cameras are announced for long-range detection at up to hundreds of meters. Certified for Class I Div. 2 hazardous locations, they deliver remote gas leak detection and visualization.

Models feature a 75-mm lens plus proprietary optical design to improve safety, shorten inspection times, and increase operational efficiency. Cameras can inspect a large facility area at a safe distance from the site of a leak to protect technicians — who are immediately alerted to fugitive leaks and GHG emissions.

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ANSUL single-agent Liquid Vehicle System deliv-ers fire suppression and cooling to superheated sur-faces: Lines with flammable oils, fuels, hydraulic fluids that run close to manifolds, turbochargers, or engine blocks. LVS suppresses Class A ordinary combustibles and B flammable liquid and gas fires.

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ATEX & IEC-approved stainless steel enclosuresEX stainless steel enclosures deliver outstanding protection where increased oil,

gas, and petrochemical safety requirements are present.

These ATEX and IEC-rated designs function over -22° to +176°F./-30° to +80°C.

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New 3-beam inline ultrasonic liquid flowmeterOPTISONIC 3400 Ultrasonic Liquid Flowmeters are newly introduced for both

standard plus more demanding process temperature, pressure, or high-viscosity

petroleum applications.

Three-beam inline multipurpose design offers versatile I/O and communication

options including enhanced diagnostics. It delivers bi-directional flow measure-

ment independent of conductivity, temperature, density, or media pressure. Models

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Intrinsically safe remote methane leak detectorRMLD-IS intrinsically safe remote methane leak detector is designed to “impact

detection of fugitive greenhouse gas emissions.”

As an eye-safe laser-based natural gas (methane) detector, it quickly and ef-

ficiently detects leaks up to 100 ft away. This enables remote detection of under-

ground piping, compressor stations, offshore platforms, gas processing plants, gas

gathering, drilling sites, as well as above-ground. When the infrared laser beam is

transmitted from the launch port, some of the laser light is reflected back and con-

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Large pipe, duct-applicable air/gas flow metersDual-element averaging makes ST102A Air/Gas Thermal Mass Flow Meters repeat-

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electronics average input from two independent flow elements into a single output.

Each element can be independently configured for insertion length and process

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Ultra-low-sulfur analyzers added to product lineRikagu Micro-Z ultra-low sulfur

benchtop analyzers have been

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Models employ fxed optics

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sulfur analysis.

For diesel, gasoline, or other fuels, these wavelength

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sulfur peak and background intensity. This lets you mea-

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Enhanced 6,000 psi, 260°C.pneumatic regulators introducedNew HPP enhanced high-

pressure pneumatic regu-

lators are introduced for a

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pressures at up to 260°C.

They also deliver between

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HPP complements its

manufacturer’s HPD High

Pressure Diaphragm regulator range which also manages

supply pressure up to 6,000 psi.

Both regulator series are constructed with 316 stainless

steel bodies. They feature improved valve seat sealing to

eliminate risk of media leakage often associated with con-

ventional high-pressure regulators. Both ranges are avail-

able with 1/4-in. ports in two- or four-port confguration.

Rotork Fairchild

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‘Super Snooper’ Modbus scanners:1/8 DIN or explosionproof enclosed

New Super Snooper Modbus Scanners can be set up as

Modbus RTU Masters, Slaves, or Snoopers to monitor

multiple Modbus devices for up to 16 process variables

including level, interface level, density, and temperature.

The line includes ProVu PD6080 Series of 1/8 DIN

digital panel meters and ProtEX-MAX PD6080 Series of

explosionproof scanners. The meters also provide two

independently programmed analog inputs plus sum,

difference, average, and ratio calculation math func-

tions.

The scanners are NEMA 4X 1/8 DIN panel indicators

with bright easy to read digital. PD6080 and PD6081

include dual analog inputs plus RS-485 serial com-

munications module. This allows integration of existing

4-20 mA transmitters and Modbus devices on the same

display. Full Super Snooper information is yours free.

Precision Digital Corporation

89 October Hill Road, Suite 5, Holliston MA 01746

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Gas Measurement Instruments (GMI), an IST Company

4055 Technology Forest Drive, The Woodlands TX 77381

New, light single-gas monitorsoffer sensor options, easy use

New PS1 Single Gas Monitors offer hydrogen sulfde,

carbon monoxide, or sulfur dioxide monitoring sensor

options. Models are lightweight, easy to use, mainte-

nance free, and self monitoring with on/off capability

plus feld-adjustable alarm settings.

During hazardous conditions you are alerted by vibra-

tion, red fashing LEDs, and audible buzzer alarms.

Complete PS1 single gas monitor specifcs are free.

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Display corrected gravities viadensity cell, converter, softwareMeasure crude oil, butane, diesel fuel, distillates, gaso-

line, ethane gas, isobutene, jet fuels, LPG (kerosene or

propane) densities with Dynatrol CL-10-HY density cell

and Series 2000 density digital converter.

Series 2000 has an onboard microcontroller — ready

to use with no programming. Petrochemical Software

provided with the converter calculates specifc and API

gravity. It can also display corrected gravities using in-

formation generated from CL-10-HY.

Dynatrol cells come in a full range of corrosion-resis-

tant, weathertight, and explosionproof materials. They

also serve broad temperature and pressure ratings —

with no moving parts for long operating life.

Automation Products Incorporated — DYNATROL Division

3030 Maxroy Street, Houston TX 77008

Michell Instruments Incorporated

319 Newburyport Turnpike, Suite 207, Rowley MA 01969

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Transportable hydrocarbondew-point analyzers available

Condumax II Hydrocarbon Dew-Point Analyzers are now

available in transportable designs to perform feld veri-

fcation in almost any location.

The new HCDP versions have been ftted into a rug-

ged case for easy movement. They require no accesso-

ries and only 110-v power supply.

Systems are easily loaded into a pickup truck by two

engineers for analysis in a wide range of conditions, up

to 104°F.

Both Condumax II versions base measurements on

the ‘dark spot principle’ to measure hydrocarbon dew

point. This is a variation of the fundamental chilled mir-

ror water dew point measurement principle.

Both technologies measure actual formation of con-

densate on a temperature-controlled surface by reading

changes in a beam of light refected from it. The instru-

ments and technologies are free from calibration drift,

plus are accurate, and reliable.

MOXA

601 Valencia Avenue, Suite 100, Brea CA 92823

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Surveillance cameras withstand demands, capture oil, gas video

Safe high-quality video capture at oil and gas facilities

is delivered by UL-certifed VPort 36-1MP-IVA-T Sur-

veillance Cameras.

They are designed for Class 1, Div. 2 hazardous loca-

tions where fammable gases or vapors are, or may be

present in the atmosphere in suffcient concentration to

produce an ignitable mixture.

The PoE cameras provide HD video quality over -40°

to +75°C. with built-in intelligent video analytics and

image optimization technologies.

VPort gives you 720P HD H.264 multistreaming with

outstanding video capture in challenging lighting condi-

tions. It provides image quality with three simultaneous

H.264 and MJPEG video streams with up to 1280 x

800 HD resolution sent at 30 fps.

Motor Protection Guide revised, free with 24 downloadable pagesThis newly revised Motor Protection Application Guide

is available for free download. Click #250 below then

the company’s name to make the download.

The guide simplifes selection of relays and relays

systems to protect motors.

Starting with minimum protection as a baseline, ad-

ditional safeguard is added for critical and complex ap-

plications. Each protective element is described and

related to protecting various external or internal faults

or abnormal conditions.

The principles apply to individual relays and multi-

function digital packages. A typical motor setting con-

fguration example is provided using this manufactur-

er’s Motor Protection System.

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12570 State Route 143, Highland IL 62249

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SIL-2-certifed toxic gas detectors: IEC61508DM-700 Toxic Gas Detectors are now certifed SIL 2 capable, in compliance with

IEC61508 : 2010 Parts 1-7.

Designed as “environmentally bulletproof,” the instruments’ rugged framework

includes an electropolished 316 stainless steel housing with fully encapsulated

electronics plus dual layer surge protection. These features are declared to “virtu-

ally eliminate the threat of outside damage to internal components due to water

ingress, corrosion, vibration, and transient spikes.”

DM-700 sensor elements are simple, smart plug-in components for easy feld

replacement. Operator interface is user friendly via small hand-held magnet. Con-

fguration and routine calibration are intuitive and menu-driven with fully scripted

instructions. Intelligent transmitter module features dual redundant outputs.

Detcon, an IST Company

4055 Technology Forest Drive, The Woodlands TX 77381

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Annunciator & melody/alarm horn feld-programsEHV/EHS MP3 Annunciator & Melody/Alarm Horns

not only offer “exceptional sound quality,” they are

feld programmable.

Models are 30% more compact than previous

designs to deliver up to 105dB at 1m for EHV; up

to 110dB at 1m for EHS. Each features a new syn-

thesized function to produce a louder sound typi-

cally needed in loud environments, or a smoother

sound for public address settings.

These horns withstand up to 9G force and come

in several low-power confguration from 12-24 VDC, 12-48 VDC, 100-240 VAC.

PATELITE (U.S.A.) Corporation

20130 South Western Avenue, Torrance CA 90501

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UL-approved hazardous location displays serve oil and gasUL has certifed LCI-

90i-IS hazardous loca-

tion displays to meet

Class 1, Div. 2 T5,

Group A, B, C, and D.

Certifcation makes

the displays suitable

for drilling rigs, drill

ships, or offshore pro-

duction and exploration vessels. They’re offered as

versions of the maker’s winch, pump, crane, tank, and

torque monitoring displays.

These programmable controllers panel mount in any

standard enclosure to eliminate bulky explosionproof

enclosures, isolating barriers, or purging systems. They

display sensor data, parameters, alarms, controls, and

graphs on a bright electroluminescent display for read-

ability in all light conditions.

Measurement Technology NW

4211 24th Avenue West, Seattle WA 98199

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Inductive angle sensorsfor rotary valve actuatorsA new line of inductive

angle sensors for rotary

actuators is announced.

They operate with the

inductive resonant circuit

measuring principle to

enhance valve monitoring

on actuators.

Models monitor three-

way valves as they also

detect valve position during cleaning cycle. They detect

seals wear from switching cycles to save downtime.

For fexibility these sensors come with either two pro-

grammable PNP switching outputs or with two scalable

analog outputs of 0 to 10 v and 4 to 20 mA.

Full actuator angle sensors specifcs are yours free.

TURCK Incorporated

3000 Campus Drive, Plymouth MN 55441

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Thermoelectrically air conditioned transit casesU.S. and Canadian patents

have been granted Defend-

er Thermoelectrically Air

Conditioned Transit Cases.

They protect oil and gas

feld electronics from im-

pact, shock, vibration, as

well as dust, moisture, and

corrosion in applications

that include drilling or oil well capping.

To assure safe operating temperatures for sensitive

electronics — a built-in air conditioner cools the case

interior — regardless of outside environment. You can

specify cooling power up to 2,500 BTU in ac, dc, or ac/

dc power options.

A variety of case materials are available to include

polypropylene, fberglass composite, rotomolded poly-

ethylene, and aluminum. Both rack-mount and clam-

shell style cases are offered.

EIC Solutions Incorporated

700 Veterans Way, Suite 200, Warminster PA 18974

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Duplex steel, weld seam ferriticcontent measured by instrumentFERITSCOPE FMP30

measures ferritic con-

tent in (duplex) steel

and weld seams.

The hand-held instru-

ment uses the magnetic

induction method. It

displays in either per-

cent ferrite content or

as a WRC (Welding Research Council) ferrite number.

FERITSCOPE can be ftted with a variety of probes

in such special shapes as axial, angled, or to measure

inside center holes. It also allows precise determination

of ferrite content in percent or as a WRC ferrite number.

Complete ferritic content measuring data are free.

Fischer Technology Incorporated

750 Marshall Phelps Road, Windsor CT 06095

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Wireless test tool for multiplemodules are customizableCNX Wireless System

test tools wirelessly

connect multiple mea-

surement modules.

They send simultane-

ous readings to a CNX

main unit up to 20 m

away.

These tools are de-

signed to help you

troubleshoot problems

“faster than with tradi-

tional tools,” declares their manufacturer.

The rugged customizable tool sets allow you to

choose various measurement modules — from voltage

to current or temperature — based on troubleshooting

scenario.

Complete CNX Wireless System test tools information

is yours free upon request.

Fluke South East Asia Pte. Ltd., 60 Alexandra Terrace

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Field Time Control level detectingsensors work outside tanksTrifex LNI 250 ‘Field Time Con-

trol’-based level detection sensors

measure conductive products from

outside nonmetallic tanks.

They’re designed to detect fuid

or solid bulk material levels with-

out contact for material properties,

tank set-up, or changing condi-

tions reasons.

Among discriminating benefts

of this design include no product

contamination risks, easy access

for maintenance without process interruption, suitabil-

ity for small/complicated tanks, plus insensitivity to

changing process conditions inside a tank.

Fluidwell bv

P O Box 6, 5460 AA Veghel The Netherlands

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Imagine if you only had

to charge your cell phone

once every 2 months

instead of once a day!

Introducing

the frst portable multi gas detectorwith a 2-month battery life.

Infrared source makes pellistors

a thing of the past.

When your cell phone battery dies on you, it’s an

inconvenience. But when the battery of a portable multi

gas detector dies, your workers could be at risk of being

exposed to hazardous levels of combustible gases,

H2S, CO or O2. That’s why Gas Clip Technologies has

developed the new Multi Gas Clip (MGC).

Unlike other portable multi gas detectors that must be

charged daily, the MGC can go a full 2 months without a

charge - without ever being turned off. Shut down the unit

nightly and the battery can last up to 4 months.

What’s the secret of the MGC’s extended battery life?

It uses low-power photometric technology for the

detection of combustible gases (LEL). Instead of draining

the battery with pellistor technology that’s been around

since the 1950s, the MGC uses a low power photo diode

Charge it once every 2 months,

instead of once a day.

infrared source. This conserves power, so this battery

lasts and lasts and lasts.

The MGC also eliminates the need to frequently cali-

brate portable gas detectors. It can go 6 months without

being calibrated. That saves time and increases efficiency.

The MGC is reliable, so you can say goodbye to

maintenance fees. There’s no need to return and repair

the units. If there’s ever a problem, call us, and if we can’t

fix it over the phone, send the unit back and we’ll send

you a new one at no charge.

To learn more, call us at 877.525.0808 or visit

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before your cell phone battery dies.

Calibrate the MGC once every 6 months

instead of daily or monthly.

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Sunlight-readable industrialtouch monitors introducedImproved display vis-

ibility plus readability

in bright or dim out-

door environments

is provided via new

M1500SRT Sunlight

Readable Industrial

Touch Monitors.

Announced to “out-

shine standard CCFL

fat panel monitor

technology,” the new

monitors offer an enhanced 15-in. 1500-Nit (mini-

mum) LED-backlit LCD display.

M1500SRT maintains high contrast in bright direct

or indirect sunlight. Its auto-sensor automatically ad-

justs display brightness according to bright or dim con-

ditions. This reduces eye strain, especially in dim con-

ditions. The touch screen is fve-wire ultra-clear analog

resistive design.

Nematron Corporation

5840 Interface Drive, Suite 100 Ann Arbor MI 48103

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3D plant design software isstrengthened with new additionsAVEVA PDMS 3D plant design software is announced

as “further strengthened with added enhancements to

improve design effciency on major capital projects.”

New functionality within the piping discipline greatly

increases productivity of detailed design and documen-

tation for all kinds of tapping, boss, and similar connec-

tions. The piping discipline is also said to beneft from

new pipe fabrication capabilities which extend PDMS’

scope into the fabrication process.

Software integration enhancements include AVEVA

Schematic 3D Integrator which makes it easy to build

from, compare against, and work between P&IDs and

3D pipe design with PDMS.

PDMS is a 3D design product from the AVEVA plant

portfolio. Additional information is free upon request.

AVEVA, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge

CB3 0HB United Kingdom

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Heat trace panelboards serve natural gas, petroleum, pipelineNew UL-508A-certifed

HTP ProC and ProCS

Heat Trace Panelboards

monitor electrical re-

sistance in heat-tracing

systems.

They’re announced

for natural gas, petro-

leum, chemical process,

and related pipeline operations to comply with all UL,

NEMA, and NEC design criteria.

When HTPs detect an impedance change, they trig-

ger a response of the external heat-tracing system com-

ponents.

ProCS uses a solid-state programmable microproces-

sor-based HTP. This results in fewer nuisance trips for

better control during auto tune and setup as well as im-

proved monitoring accuracy and faster response times.

It also simplifes installation of high-circuit-count pan-

els for plug-and-play operation.

Advanced Motor Controls

2010 Century Center Boulevard, Suite O, Irving TX 75062

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Corrosion-resistant stainlesssteel connectors to 3 inchesAn expanded line of

corrosion resistant

stainless steel (CRSS)

connectors has been

brought out.

CRSS includes stan-

dard cord connectors,

liquidtight conduit ft-

tings, watertight con-

duit hubs, jacketed

metal clad cable connectors, and ventilation plugs.

Custom connectors in small or large quantities are also

available.

These designs are made to withstand corrosion, harsh

climate conditions, harmful environmental infuences,

and high humidity. Models are also recommended for

use in washdown or high moisture environments.

Complete connectors information is yours free.

Remke Industries

310 Chaddick Drive, Wheeling IL 60090

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MRI-compatible fber opticabsolute rotary actuators outMR338 MRI-compati-

ble fber optic absolute

rotary encoders are for

use where EMF and

RF transparency is re-

quired.

As all-optical, non-

metallic passive sensors they provide precision 0°

to 360° absolute angular measurement with 13-bit

(8192-count) resolution plus 12-bit (4096-count)

multi-turn tracking. MR338 is well suited for oil sen-

sor arrays and actuator applications where EMF and RF

transparency is specifcally required.

A duplex multimode fber optic link (up to 2500m)

connects MR338 to an MR330 controller installed

outside the MRI area. The controller features multiple

built-in interfaces including SSI, USB, RS485, RS232,

Modbus RTU, digital, and analog.

Micronor Incorporated

750 Mitchell Road, Newbury Park CA 91320

For FREE Information Select RS#27 at ogpe.hotims.com27

16-amp selector switches added to control stations product lineUnicode 2 Series control sta-

tions product line has been

expanded with the introduc-

tion of new 16 amp selector

switches for hazardous envi-

ronments.

The expansion improves

control station confgurability to satisfy complex control

requirements with fewer components. Models serve a

variety of applications including refneries and chemi-

cal plants.

The simple-to-install-and-maintain selector switches

come in 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-pole confgurations in a vari-

ety of fexible contact arrangements.

Unicode 2 16 amp switches are rated for ATEX/IECEx

Zone 1 and 2 as well as Zone 21 and 22. They function

in ambient -55° to +80°C.

EGS Electrical Group, Appleton

9377 West Higgins Road, Rosemont IL 60018

For FREE Information Select RS#29 at ogpe.hotims.com29

New corrosion software outfor ultrasonic faw detectorsSimplifed corrosion

inspection operation

is offered by new cor-

rosion module software

for EPOCH 600 Ultra-

sonic Flaw Detectors.

The module is de-

signed for inspectors

that require both faw

detection and corrosion measurement as standard ap-

plication offerings. The new optional software provides

simplifed instrument operation for basic corrosion ap-

plications. It requires less setup time and more effcient

data collection.

EPOCH 600 module is said to leverage many indus-

try-leading corrosion inspection features revolution-

ized by dedicated corrosion thickness gages (including

Olympus 38DL PLUS) — while maintaining a close

connection to standard faw detector operation. This

combination reduces operator training requirement plus

enhances EPOCH 600 instrument versatility.

Among main corrosion module features: automatic

ultrasonic setups based on transducer selection, Auto-

matic Gain Control, Olympus thickness gage measure-

ment algorithm, and V-Path correction.

Olympus NDT, 48 Woerd Avenue, Waltham MA 02453

For FREE Information Select RS#30 at ogpe.hotims.com30

Couette-geometry-basedviscometers for drilling tasksTT100 Viscometers com-

bine with a data logging

system to give real-time

Yield Point, Plastic Vis-

cosity, and Apparent Vis-

cosity information.

The instruments, with

Couette geometry, also

give you continuous-view

of Power Law and other

calculations.

With TT100 you are

allowed the potential to determine real-time annular

hydraulics. With these data drilling engineers have the

ability to reduce drilling costs, prevent well control

problems, and increase effciency, declares the maker.

Complete viscometer details are yours free.

Brookfeld Engineering Laboratories Incorporated

11 Commerce Boulevard, Middleboro MA 02346

For FREE Information Select RS#32 at ogpe.hotims.com32

Customer-confgured differentialpressure transmittersThis completely cus-

tomer-conf igurable

Model SP007 differen-

tial pressure transmit-

ter is on the market.

This frm’s manu-

facturing process gives

quick turnaround so

you select accuracy,

output, pressure ports,

and electrical connect

to have a customized

sensor — from six pressure ports and fve connectors.

Bidirectional wet/wet design uses silcon technology for

reliable data in tank level measurement, heat exchang-

er or flter fow rate monitoring, or various test stand

applications.

Welded stainless steel construction plus 3x safe over-

load rating are provided for the transmitters. They come

in ranges from 0 to 1 to 0 to 500 psid with 0.25%

standard accuracy and optional 0.1% high accuracy.

tecsis LP, 771-F Dearborn Park Lane, Worthington OH 43085

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TRULY PORTABLE BTU ANALYZER MEASURES COMPOSITION,HEATING VALUE AND RELATIVE DENSITY OF NATURAL GAS

IN PRODUCTION AND AT CUSTODY TRANSFER POINTS

The new AMETEK Chandler Engineering Model 292B portable natural gaschromatograph is compact and light weight, yet includes fully integrated sample handling and onboard storage for up to 1,000 sample runs. A 5" full-color display shows sample results, raw data, calibration data, analysisreports and real-time chromatograms. The 292B’s advanced software willaccurately calculate heating value, relative density, and compressibility usingindustry standard methods. Integrated optimization functions allow for pre-cise monitoring and control of the analytical system, resulting in exceptionalsensitivity and peak performance. Connectivity includes USB and Ethernetports and compatibility with HP printers. AMETEK Chandler Engineering. Tel:412-828-9040. Fax: 412-826-0399. www.ametekpi.com

The Model 3050 OLV Moisture Analyzer lets you confirm analyzer perfor -mance at any time, right in your process. There’s never a need to returnprobes for re-calibration, or to stock extra probes to keep your process run-ning. Offering quartz-crystal accuracy at a price that’s competitive with anyprocess moisture analyzer on the market, the Model 3050 OLV is factory-calibrated over the range of 0.1 to 2500 ppmv. And, unlike most moistureanalyzers, this one responds quickly to increasing or decreasing moisturelevels, so problems are caught in real time. AMETEK Process Instruments.Tel: 412-828-9040. www.ametekpi.com

PROCESS MOISTURE ANALYZER VERIFIES ITSELF ONLINE,DRIES DOWN IN JUST MINUTES

AMETEK DREXELBROOK UNIVERSAL IV™ SERIES —

4TH-GENERATION CONTINUOUS LEVEL MEASUREMENT WITH

GLOBAL APPROVALS AND STATE-OF-THE-ART ACCURACY

The Universal IV from AMETEK Drexelbrook is a two-wire, 4-20 mA contin-uous level measurement system that offers more than 125 different stan-dard probes, and can be supplied with custom probe designs upon request.All are immune to vapor, dust and foam interference, as well as tankobstructions such as nozzles, ladders, pipes and agitators. These instru-ments can be used in process temperatures from cryogenic to 1,000°F(537°C) and process pressures from full vacuum to 10,000 psi (690 bar).Yet they remain simple to install and easy to use. Full backward compatibil-ity means you can even upgrade existing Universal III, Universal Lite,Universal II and RCT™ systems simply by removing the original housingand mounting the new Universal IV on the existing probe. AMETEKDrexelbrook. Tel: 800-334-2748 or 215-674-1234. www.drexelbrook.com

AMETEK U.S. Gauge all-welded process gauge plus integrated seal offerslower cost than gauge and seal purchased separately. In addition, the combination unit reduces the number of potential leak paths, increasingfield reliability. The rugged Model XR-81 gauge with PET case and Type316L stainless steel socket and seamless Bourdon tube is mounted andwelded onto an M&G diaphragm seal, available with either Type 316Lstainless or Hastelloy® C wetted parts. Offered in 15 ranges, from 0–30" Hg vac. to 0–5000 psi. AMETEK U.S. Gauge. Tel: 215-293-4100.www.ametekusg.com

ALL-WELDED PROCESS GAUGE & SEAL COMBINATION OFFERS ECONOMY, RELIABILITY

Verify the quality of your feedstocks, intermediates, final products and more.New IPS-4 spectrophotometer detects and quantifies thousands of chemi-cal species, up to eight at once. Housing is IP-65 compliant, lamp has 2 yearlife, unit requires no annual maintenance. The IPS-4 includes 22-key keypad,analog output, 3 digital signal ports, Ethernet port, plug-and-play/web-based queries, alarm contacts, RS232 and RS485 ports. Multilingual inter-face includes English, French, German, Russian and Spanish. Available inUV/Vis and NIR versions with fully integrated sampling systems, AMETEK’sentire family of spectrophotometer-based analyzers is proven in the tough-est chemical and petrochemical applications. Tel: 412-828-9040 or visitour web site. www.ametekpi.com

IPS-4 DUAL-TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECTROPHOTOMETEROFFERS UV/VIS AND NIR DETECTION

Using tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS), this unit offershigh specificity, sensitivity and fast response speeds. The 5100 Portable’sapplication-specific gas cells are available in a wide range of pathlengths,and a reference cell for laser line-lock eliminates measurement errorscaused by laser wavelength shifting as ambient temperature varies. Gassampling accessories allow customization, the backlit LCD displays four 20-character lines of data, and a membrane keypad makes parameter inputand display selection easy. The unit weighs only 11 lb., has a battery life ofeight hours, and a USB 2.0 interface. The 5100 is factory calibrated andcalibration is NIST traceable. AMETEK Process Instruments. Tel: 412-828-9040. www.ametekpi.com

MODEL 5100 GAS ANALYZER MEASURES MOISTURE IN BULK GAS, HYDROCARBON STREAMS

By any measure, AMETEK knows your process.

www.ametek.com

THE NEW THERMOX® WDG-V COMBUSTION ANALYZER OFFERS IMPROVED CONTROL PLUS UNPARALLELED PROCESS SAFETY

AND ASSET MANAGEMENT REPORTING

This combustion analyzer measures not only excess oxygen in flue gas, butalso combustibles and hydrocarbons to give you the ability to improveburner efficiency and operating safety. The analyzer also logs historicaloperating data to help operators decide when preventive maintenance isneeded, and when it is not needed, which can significantly reduce operat-ing costs. Specifically designed for wet, dirty gas applications, probes areavailable at lengths up to 108" (274cm) at temperatures to 1875°F(1024°C), and to 72" (152cm) for temperatures up to 3000°F (1760°C).The WDG-V also features automatic calibration, analog outputs, multiplealarms, self-diagnostics, local or remote interface and a variety of networkcommunications protocols. AMETEK Thermox. Tel: 412-828-9040. Fax:412-826-0399 www.ametekpi.com

Using proven RF admittance technology, AMETEK Drexelbrook’s UniversalIV cut monitors calculate water cut extremely accurately in both light oil (APIgravity > 25) and heavy oil (API gravity < 25). Units come pre- calibrated toone of 11 pre-set ranges and their probes work at pressures to 1,500 psi(10.34 MPa) and temperatures to 450°F (232.2°C). Advanced electronicsignore paraffin and other coatings that build up on the probe. Universal IVcut monitors have been approved for Class I, Div 1 and Zone 0 hazardouslocations, and they meet FM, FMc, ATEX and IECEx standards. Start-uptime is under 12 sec. Standard LCD display and keypad are built in andthey are HARTWIN compatible. AMETEK Drexelbrook. Tel: 800-334-2748 or215-674-1234. www.drexelbrook.com

WATER-CUT MEASUREMENT DOWN TO 0.03% WATER — IN LIGHT OR HEAVY OILS

Grabner Instruments, a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc., has introduced a newportable, highly versatile FTIR spectrometer for the fully automatic measure-ment of gasoline, diesel and biofuel blends. The MINISCAN IRXpert, the firstcompletely portable fuel analyzer to combine superior scanning range andresolution with the advantages of mid-IR and near-IR spectroscopy for highest measurement accuracy, comes fully configured to test more than 40parameters for both lab-tested and field-tested fuels, such as oxygenates,aromatics, benzene, octane boosters and cetane improvers, and biodieselcontent. This self-learning spectrometer predicts a number of key fuel prop-erties, such as octane and cetane number, vapor pressure, and distillationproperties, using a worldwide sample database. Learn more about intelligentfuel analysis now. Tel: 918-250-7200. www.grabner-instruments.com.

INTELLIGENT, PORTABLE FUEL ANALYZERMEASURES UNLIMITED NUMBER OF NEW FUEL

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The Newest Equipment & Services For Oil & GasThe Newest Equipment & Services For Oil & Gas

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Reactors unveiled for chemical-free oil and gas water treatment — as low as 10¢ per barrelSX PECO Reactor enables chemical-free water treatment for as low as $0.10 per barrel with no Capex required and savings on day-one with leased units. The new water treatment systems offer chemical-free kill of multiple bacteria types, modular design scalable to requirements, compact footprint, and low energy consumption. SX PECO Reactor’s developer declares the system “a chemical-free biocide that can handle different water types and fow rates with little or no operator interaction.” It’s designed to outperform chemical-based treatment trains with easier use and in less time. Reactors have been success-fully deployed in Texas, Colorado, and Utah to handle fresh, brackish, and salt water as well as source, fowback, and produced water.AquaMost Incorporated, 103 East Badger Road, Madison WI 53713 For FREE Information Select RS#35 at ogpe.hotims.com35

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Microseismic datamoment tensor

inversion serviceEnhanced analysis of hydraulic frac-ture propagation dynamics is pro-vided by a newly introduced moment

tensor inversion service.It’s offered to help improve well

completion designs through in-creased understanding of oil and gas reservoir natural and induced-frac-ture characterization.

When applied in unconventional reservoirs, the service provides in-formation about orientation, volume, and proppant placement associated with the hydraulic fracture. This pro-vides a framework to build and inter-pret geomechanical models.

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Digital sensor surveillance extends wireline service life

You can “extend the life of wireline through continuous surveillance and create signifcant cost savings,” with a new digital sensor monitoring sys-

tem, it’s announced.The design comprises an electron-

ic sensor attached onto an eddy cur-rent faw detection system. The sen-sor accurately pinpoints any integrity issues as a wireline test is run — and stores information on a secure digital (SD) card. Data can be viewed on a monitor for clear indication plus ex-act location of any wireline defect.

Traditionally wireline integrity has been manually inspected in stages using an eddy current faw detection system and the naked eye, or has been replaced after a fxed period by operators — irrespective of whether a defect exists or not.

The new system deploys on all standard wireline sizes currently used in oil and gas operations to pro-vide permanent wire integrity record.

The new design is intended to be-come part of the standard inspection and maintenance process every time a winch system requires servicing.

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ANSI-compliant, high-visibilitytee shirts, sweatshirts available

Expansion of GloWear Hi-Visibility (Hi-Vis) Shirts Se-

ries is announced to include seven new garments and

a design update of two existing models. These include

Hi-Vis tee Shirts and sweatshirts.

The new hi-vis products eliminate the need for a hi-

vis vest and are designed to withstand the elements.

The new, improved, comfortable GloWear tee shirts

and sweatshirts offer workers a choice of different

performance classes, styles, and confgurations where

there is a need for ANSI-compliant visibility clothing.

Ergodyne, 1021 Bandana Boulevard East, Suite 220

St. Paul MN 55108

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Tailor-made carbide components are for upstream, downstreamThis company offers a

wide range of specially

developed carbide with

chrome / nickel binding

agents for upstream and

downstream applications.

Among distinctive

carbide features are

this company’s years of

professional experience as specialists in a position to

manufacture internal contours from carbide — which

until now could only be done using casting.

Thanks to excellent durability, carbide material is es-

sential in oil and gas production. Wherever wear pro-

tection is required, components endowed with carbide

reduce wear and increase durability and economic vi-

ability.

Example: a customer’s valves made from chilled cast-

ing were subject to high abrasion levels. They lasted

an average of 3 weeks, with equally high maintenance

costs. In addition to fow regulation, the valves had to

defect fuid by 45° and integrate an additional expan-

sion stage. This resulted in heavy defection zone wear.

With this company’s special procedure — it succeed-

ed in manufacturing the entire valve from carbide. This

increased durability by 15 times.

Complete carbide and manufacturing capabilities in-

formation is yours free upon request.

DURIT Hartmetall GmbH, Heinz-Achim Kordt

Saarbrücker Str. 16, 42289 Wuppertal Germany

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Modular ‘pop-up’ structuresfully functional in less than 8 hr“PuP” Pop-up Pack

modular structures are

fully functional in less

than 8 hr.

They have solved

problems confronting

disaster frst respond-

ers upon arrival, with no structural centers. They are

now available to fulfll broad oil and gas operational

shelter, offce, housing, and a variety of generic struc-

ture needs.

PuPs are rapidly deployed from their maker’s cen-

tral Midwest location throughout the continental United

States. Once on site, assembly can begin immediately.

The pop-up structures withstand any climate and rea-

sonable weather condition.

Solid construction and high R-value insulation pro-

vide an effcient HVAC system. Electric and communica-

tion lines are internally wired. Each structure contains a

plug-and-play hub where a communication system can

be simply ‘plugged-in’ to begin full operation.

Suggested confguration is a combination of four

PuPs to create a 20 x 32-ft footprint. However, numer-

ous expanded confgurations are easily created.

Mandus Group

2408 4th Avenue, Rock Island IL 61201

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150-psi spring return pneumaticvalve actuatorsAS Series spring return pneumatic

valve actuators are 150 psi designs.

Their spring is high-strength steel

for fail-close or fail-open, available in

thrust up to 30,000 lb, and ground

fat for stability.

AS piston is 4 to 8 in. bore alu-

minum 6061; 10-in. bore and larger

are steel. Wear bands are standard.

This actuator’s self-contained

spring canister spring is pre-com-

pressed and sealed inside a steel

canister at the factory. This allows safe in-feld service

of piston packings, rod seals, and bushing.

This manufacturer has developed a standardized,

catalog-based spring return actuation solution. You sim-

ply refer to a dimension table, order the product accord-

ing to dimensional size and thrust —without custom

orders. Complete AS Series details are yours free.

Cowan Dynamics

6194, Notre-Dame Ouest, Montreal QC H4C 1V4 Canada

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Lowbed heavy-haul trailer maker introduces oil feld trailer seriesFast loading, easier

equipment transport is

offered by this newly

introduced Oil Field

Trailer Series.

The new three-trailer

selection comprises

three-axle, 35-ton step

deck; four-axle, 60-ton fxed-gooseneck; and fve-axle,

65-ton fxed-gooseneck trailer.

All handle frequent relocation of skid-mounted equip-

ment including generators, housing units, compressors,

oil rigging equipment, or pipe sections. A winch, tail

rollers, and optional pop-up rollers make pulling equip-

ment onto the deck easy and effcient.

Talbert Manufacturing Incorporated

1628 West State Road 114, Rensselaer IN 47978

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Polyurethane frac sand pipingreplaces metal pipes on trailersSand Viper polyurethane

piping systems replace

metal types used on trail-

ers that transport frac

sand.

High customizable, 16

modular components can

be used to build a com-

plete piping system to ft

practically any specifcation, declares the maker.

Frac sand is typically transported via truck using a

dry bulk trailer with three hoppers. Sand is extracted

from this three-part rig through a system of aluminum

pipes that runs along the bottom. Since frac sand is so

abrasive, metal pipes wear out rather quickly.

Of customized high-durometer urethane, Sand Viper

is specially designed to withstand wear caused by frac

sand — reportedly far longer than aluminum types.

Bailey-Parks Urethane

184 Gilbert Avenue, Memphis TN 38106

For FREE Information Select RS#43 at ogpe.hotims.com43

Lead-free impression blocks forwell intervention fshing offeredPIB: Peak Impression

Blocks are lead-free. The

tools take high-defnition

impressions of objects

within a wellbore.

Announced as the “in-

dustry’s frst lead-free

impression block for well

intervention fshing,” PIB is designed to reduce operat-

ing time. It offers users a safe, environmentally friendly

alternative to lead impression blocks.

Among other PIB benefts: Inserts are changed over

quickly and easily — within seconds so used inserts

can be kept as a permanent operation record. PIB is

also designed to have a higher working temperature en-

velope. It is also well suited to ultra-high-temperature

applications.

PIB comes in 19 different OD sizes for 2 7/8, 3 1/2,

4 1/2, 5 1/2, and 7-in. completions.

Additional lead-free PIB specifcs are yours free.

Peak Well Systems

29-31 Clune Street, Baywater Perth Australia

For FREE Information Select RS#44 at ogpe.hotims.com44

Diesel and jet fuel biocide dataBIOBORJF diesel and

jet fuel biocide is pre-

sented in this free

four-page brochure for

“trouble-free standby

power operation.”

The fuel biocide and

fuel conditioner kills

microbial growth in

both water phase of a

fuel tank and in fuel

phase. It actually turns

fuel into a biocide that

prevents growth from

occurring.

BIOBORJF also adds lubricity to EPA-mandated ul-

tra-low sulfur diesel fuels to ensure they surpass ASTM

lubricity standards.

Hammond Fuel Additives Incorporated

910 Rankin Road, Houston TX 77073

For FREE Literature Select RS#252 at ogpe.hotims.com252

Accurate gauging tapes for dark, clear, corrosive liquids are newA new program of

Lufkin Gauge Tapes is

announced for dark,

clear, or corrosive liq-

uids.

The consistently ac-

curate designs’ handle

allows for a more com-

fortable, ergonomic

grip. An extended and thick handle offers a more secure

grip to help you balance the tool.

The oil gauging tape’s turning knob provides a larger

contact area between your fngers and the textured sur-

face of the knob. This ensures a more secure grip and

lessens hand fatigue, even with repetitive use.

The front handle has adjusted front diameter and lon-

ger handle bolt to ft into popular tape wipers.

The tapes come in 1/2-in. widths and a variety of

tape blade styles include atlas chrome clad, nubian

double duty, atlas nubian, or atlas stainless steel.

Apex Tool Group B.V.

Phileas Foggstraat 16, 7821 AK Emmen The Netherlands

For FREE Information Select RS#46 at ogpe.hotims.com46

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OG&PE September 2013 12

Tulsa Pipeline Expo Followup

OG&PE recently attendedTulsa Pipeline Expo.

Here are equipment, product, system, service free lit-

erature highlights representing more than 120 exhibi-

tors at this ffth annual event.

Heavy-duty lifting, materialhandling technology, systemsComprehensive, com-

plete lines of heavy-

duty lifting and mate-

rial handling systems

are illustrated and

described in this free

four-page brochure.

Some 13 product

features for models to

handle steel, plastic,

or fberglass pipe; steel

plate or panels, con-

crete pipe and slab, or

concrete road barriers.

Carrier equipment

that can be directly fxed to almost any type or brand

are cited to include hydraulic excavators, backhoes,

wheel or track-type loaders, cranes, pipe layers, side

loaders, forklifts, or knuckle booms.

The lifting and material handling systems conform

to ANSI/ASME standards, are CE certifed and OSHA

compliant.

VACUWORX

10105 East 55th Place, Tulsa OK 74146

For FREE Literature Select RS#254 at ogpe.hotims.com254

Rehab to prevent, repair leaking or corroded piping systemsCarbon composite re-

pair systems to rehabil-

itate, prevent, and re-

pair leaking or corroded

piping systems are the

subject of this free 48-

page booklet.

It presents and spec-

ifes DIAMONDWRAP,

BLACKDIAMOND, DIA-

MONDWRAP HP, DIA-

MONDWRAP SUBSEA,

RHINOWRAP, and SLS

primers and coatings.

Custom-designed so-

lutions are cited for any

shape, corrosion, ex-

treme heat, high pres-

sure, or harsh chemi-

cals application as “a pipe around a pipe.”

Each carbon composite repair specialty is fully de-

scribed as to applications, features, characteristics,

properties — and shown in use. Test data are provided

along with a carbon fber composite wrap product guide.

CITADEL Technologies

6430 South 39th West Avenue, Tulsa OK 74132

For FREE Literature Select RS#255 at ogpe.hotims.com255

Geotextile pipeline weights for 16 to 52-in. pipe circumferencesECOBAG Pipe Weights presented in this free datasheet are geotextile pipeline weights (GPW)

for 16 to 52-in. pipe circumferences.

They are cited to “incorporate the strengths of geotextile weights to overcome other design

shortfalls and give the contractor simplicity of the conventional concrete set-on weight.”

Once flled, ECOBAG is free standing. It does not require side rails or stakes for transport.

Each bag lifting slings have a minimum 4x safety factor. Lifting slings are designed by GPW

size to assure a 75% lifting angle. The datasheet cites super strong woven polypropylene ma-

terial, cathodic protection not required, geotextile material will not harm pipe coating, and no

spreader bars required to lift flled ECOBAG.

Allan Edwards Incorporated

2505 South 33rd West Avenue, Tulsa OK 74157 For FREE Lit Select RS#256 at ogpe.hotims.com256

Tanks, pumps, fltration, shoring:rental, sales, service overviewOver 50 tank, pump,

fltration, and shoring

products — for rental

or sale — with associ-

ated services — are

showcased in this free

12-page brochure.

For over 65 years this

company has provided

application expertise

and equipment solutions to a broad range of industries,

including refneries for chemical cleaning, cooling tow-

er cleaning, or hydroblast pad water recirculation. Some

25 specifc applications are summarized.

Illustrated charts throughout the literature show the

products then offer ideal usage, benefts, weights, mea-

sures, and features information — for each.

Sections highlight steel tanks, roll-off boxes, poly

tanks, pumps, fltration products, trench shoring, pipe,

hose, fttings, specialty items, and accessories.

Baker Corporation

3020 Old Ranch Parkway, Suite 220, Seal Beach, CA 90740

For FREE Literature Select RS#257 at ogpe.hotims.com257

Customized pigging products,services, solutions informationPipeline Pigging So-

lutions are presented

in this free integrated

piping maintenance,

modifcation, and re-

pair equipment and

capabilities brochure.

Fifteen pigging prod-

ucts are shown and de-

scribed in cleaning, bi-

directional, batching,

displacement, foam,

spherical, magnet, and

drying designs.

SmartTrap launching

and receiving components are also presented to meet

inline inspection, cleaning, batching, and displacement

pigging needs. With extra emphasis on safety, D-2000

Clamp Ring Closures and PIG-SIG V Passage Indicators

are included on all units.

Some 21 customized equipment, fttings, and ac-

cessories service solutions are also showcased — and

complemented with a two-page, labeled applications

illustration.

TDW Services Incorporated

Box 2217, Tulsa OK 74101

For FREE Literature Select RS#259 at ogpe.hotims.com259Reactive metal fre suppressionproduct catalogFIREBANE patented wet

chemical agent is present-

ed in this free notebook as

“reactive metal fre sup-

pression...redefned.”

It’s illustrated in several

designs and systems for

rapid extinguishment/cool-

ing of reactive metal fres,

in-process fre mitigation,

and pre-wetting.

The formulation is non-

toxic, biodegradable, envi-

ronmentally friendly, with no HazMat cleanup formula-

tion — as a COTS/engineered fre suppression solution.

Among available FIREBANE suppression systems:

2.5-gal hand-held extinguishers, Truck-Mounted Sting-

er, skid-mounted extinguishment system, and Rapid

Flow Extinguishment (RFLEX) System.

GSL Incorporated

4129 South 72nd East Avenue, Tulsa OK 74145

For FREE Literature Select RS#258 at ogpe.hotims.com258

Online — all the timeOGPE.com

While asking for free products

info at OGPE.com check out

companies, white papers, indus-

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has to do with products, look to

OG&PE: Products frst. In print,

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Cutting and beveling equipmentguide is freeSeven cutting and bev-

eling machines are de-

scribed and illustrated

in this free six-page

foldout brochure.

Saddle machines are

highlighted along with

MagnaCut XM. The lat-

ter cuts, bevels, and

welds steel pipe and

steel plate — without

chains, clamps or oth-

er devices. It features

a variable-response motorized torch arm. A MiniMag

XM version is also showcased.

Band crawler cutting and beveling models are shown

and detailed along with Mini and Maxi Jolli chain ma-

chines as well as cold cutting machines. The literature

also presents nine associated clamp designs plus a full

line of pipeftter’s tools.

Mathey Dearman

4344 South Maybelle Avenue, Tulsa OK 74107

For FREE Literature Select RS#260 at ogpe.hotims.com260

Catalytic heaters for oil, gasSafe, fameless, effcient

catalytic heaters are

summarized in this free

datasheet for oil and gas.

Via chemical reaction,

CATCO heaters oxidize

natural gas or propane to

produce radiant infrared

energy, carbon dioxide,

and water vapor. The

fameless reaction takes

place at a relatively low

temperature to result in

a surface temperature be-

low 800° F. — well below

that required to ignite common fammables, it’s noted.

Models are shown and detailed to heat spaces, equip-

ment, and workers with “artifcial sunshine,” as well as to

freeze-protect valves and regulators. They also serve heat-

ing instrument/pilot gas or pipeline and fuel gas.

CATCO: Catalytic Heater Company

Box 188, Terrell TX 75160

For FREE Literature Select RS#261 at ogpe.hotims.com261

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Personal Safety Monitors

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Model PS200 4-Gas Monitor (LEL, O2, CO, H2S)

Detection, Protection, Innovation

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SmartWireless Audio Visual Alarm Stations

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Tulsa Pipeline Expo Followup

Pipeline services: construction, maintenance, fabrication infoThis full service con-

tractor offers a free

brochure on its pipe-

line, utility, and in-

dustrial construction,

maintenance, and fab-

rication services.

Among 23 currently

available services cited

are pipeline mainte-

nance, new pipeline

construction, facility

construction/modifca-

tion/maintenance, me-

ter tube cleaning and

repair, as well as pipeline or plant instrumentation and

electrical. Its fabrication capabilities include 50,000-

sq ft shop under one roof.

Sprint Pipeline Services

1010 CR 59, Rosharon TX 77583

For FREE Literature Select RS#262 at ogpe.hotims.com262

If it’s new, we’ll tell you — in print and online

Each month, OG&PE tells you “What’s New”. Every page and online has the

latest in upstream, midstream, downstream equipment, products, systems,

and services news. OG&PE / OGPE.com: All Products — All The Time.

Next month: October MRO & “Profles”

”What’s New” in upstream, midstream, downstream Maintenance & Plant Operations,

Repair, Retroft Products & Services plus Manufacturer / Service Provider “Product &

Business Profles” October OG&PE’s Special Report + Advertiser Showcases will tell

you, then enable your requests for free information and/or literature.

Oil & Gas custom fttings, pressure vessels, tanksPiping products design

and manufacture for oil-

feld, pipeline, refning,

and petrochemical are

this frm’s specialty and

subject of its free eight-

page brochure.

Extruded heaters, pres-

sure vessels and tanks,

specialty skid units, hot

tap and line stop ft-

tings, corrosion-resistant

weld overlay, as well as

pipeline products are il-

lustrated and described as to oil and gas applications,

benefts, key features, and advantages.

The company offers its’ capabilities whether you have

a complete design package or a conceptual idea.

WeldFit Energy Group

4133 Southerland, Houston TX 77092

For FREE Literature Select RS#263 at ogpe.hotims.com263

Hydro excavation services dataFree, illustrated infor-

mation on ORI Environ-

mental hydro excava-

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this free brochure.

Presented is how

the service’s high pres-

surized water loosens

up ground into pieces

and removes debris

via air conveyance into

a debris tank. Hydro

excavation is cited to

allow you to “safely”

dig around known utili-

ties and areas you cannot reach with regular excavat-

ing equipment. Nine on-site photos depict applications

which include directional drilling, pipeline digging,

tank cleaning, mud removal, and confned space work.

ORI Recovery Incorporated

308 North Fonshill Avenue, Oklahoma City OK 73117

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Tulsa Pipeline Expo Followup

Turn-key gas, liquid measurement, servicesThis company’s brochure declares it “a turn-key

provider of gas and liquid measurement skids, ori-

fce and ultrasonic meter tubes, PIG launchers and

receivers, etc.”

The literature illustrates and describes custom

fabrication services which include those for liquid

measurement: Coriolis metering skids, LACT units,

electrical; gas measurement: orifce and ultrason-

ic meter tubes, gas measurement and regulation

skids; gas: PIG launchers and receivers, headers,

non-code pressure vessels.

Circle B Measurement & Fabrication

3601 West 48th Street, Tulsa OK 74107

Pipeline equipment, products, contract servicesEleven pipeline equipment categories and associ-

ated services are presented in this free brochure.

Highlighted are liquid and gas measurement

equipment to your specs and all applicable codes.

The frm fabricates using single or dual chamber

orifce fttings, and ultrasonic, turbine, or positive

displacement meters. They also offer skid-mounted

launchers and receivers, liquid and gas measure-

ment regulators, compressor control valves, head-

ers, pressure vessels, and all related equipment —

along with contract services.

Pipeline Equipment Incorporated

8403 South 89th West Avenue, Tulsa OK 74131

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Pipeline maintaining shut-off pig valves infoTrunnion-mounted ball shut-off pig valves are illus-

trated, described, and specifed in this free bro-

chure as made for pipeline maintenance.

Models are cited as designed in accordance with

API 6D, NACE, and ASME B16.34 and 100%

pressure tested in accordance with API 6D and API

598. The valves are emphasized to deliver proven

shut-off to isolate pipeline fow, for use as single

or double block and bleed, and with most types of

pigs. Sweet or sour petroleum, chemical and pro-

cessing plant, or salt water applications are cited.

Two full pages of dimensional data are provided.

Step-by-step, illustrated launching and receiving

presentations are given with a full page of features

and benefts data plus valve components descrip-

tions. Bill of materials are provided for the 2 to 12-

in. standard (larger upon request) pig valves, in two or three-piece bolted bodies.

Tulsa Valve,

15900 Morales Road, Houston TX 77032

For FREE Literature Select RS#266 at ogpe.hotims.com266

Broad range of pipeline services presentedNumerous liquid hydrocarbon products and gas

pipeline services are offered by this company and

presented in its free brochure.

Commissioning, decommissioning, and aban-

donment are offered along with hydraulic and

pneumatic pressure testing plus water treatment

for discharge. Also available are on-line or off-line

pipeline chemical or mechanical cleaning, termi-

nals and tank farm cleanup, plus stand alone liquid

and gas separation and fltration.

The company can design a services package to

your specifc needs since they vary signifcantly be-

tween liquid hydrocarbon products and gas pipe-

lines. Charts of available integrity testing and gen-

eral services are provided.

Among benefts cited: engineering services, high quality personnel, vast feet of

equipment, as well as ability to provide everything required to completely control a

pipeline’s entire effuent.

CETCO Oilfeld Services, 1001 Oschner Boulevard

Suite 425, Covington LA 70433

For FREE Literature Select RS#267 at ogpe.hotims.com267

Emergency response, disaster recovery servicesEnvironmental management: emergency response and disaster recovery services

are the subject of this four-page brochure. The frm offering the literature manages

over 3,000 environmental emergency responses and disaster recovery operations

on land and water throughout North America. It has

more than 200 service locations and over 50 waste

management facilities in the U.S. and Canada.

Nine services categories are summarized to in-

clude oil spill response, chemical/hazardous mate-

rial response, biological/infectious agent response,

and natural disaster response. Also offered are emer-

gency pump-outs, emergency lab packing, emergen-

cy response packages, standby emergency response

coverage, and national response coverage.

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Box 9149, Norwell MA 02061

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84-tooth extra-long-handle ratchetsSpeed, strength, leverage, and access are delivered by new

84-tooth long handle ratchets — with handles 25% longer than

standard types for increased reach and greater leverage.

The 84-tooth gear offers a 4.3° swing arc to make it easy

to start fasteners in most confned spaces. The tools exceed ASME torque performance specs to deliver re-

quired strength. The ratchets are available in full-polish or cushion grip in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2-in. drive sizes.

GearWrench, Apex Tool Group LLC

14600 York Road, Suite A, Sparks MD 21152 For FREE Information Select RS#48 at ogpe.hotims.com48

Free hydrogen sulfde safetyin the oilfeld flm available

Left Undone is new, free flm for our industry to

educate and inform oilfeld workers on the haz-

ards and safety procedures in the event of H2S

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Endorsed by ANSI/ASSE Z390 Committee for

Hydrogen Sulfde Safety — the short cinematic

production-quality flm, is not a typical training

flm. It can be viewed upon registration. Click the

number below, then this company’s name to reg-

ister. The flm presents a family man who goes

to work and dies — depicting the importance of

following safety procedures and potential tragedy

arising from H2S exposure.

Express Energy Services, 9800 Richmond Avenue

Suite 700, Houston TX 77042

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Four new powerful pistol airimpact wrenches introducedPROTO Titanium pistol

air impact wrenches

comprise four new

tools to deliver high

power-to-weight ratio

and outstanding break-

away torque.

They come in 3/8-

in. drive, 1/2-in. drive

compact, 1/2-in. drive

industrial impact, and 3/4-in. drive heavy-duty impact.

Wrench motor design reduces the number of parts

needed and tool weight. A titanium front housing in-

creases durability and also cuts weight. Models offer

an air inlet 360° rotation for easy compressor hookup.

PROTO Industrial Tools

2195 East View Parkway, Suite 103, Conyers GA 30013

New fast, easy-to-use feldmapping software offered

Encapsulated LED area lightsresist shock, vibration in 4 sizesCompletely encap-

sulated in optically

clear polyurethane are

these WLA Series Area

Lights.

Chemically compat-

ible and resistant to

shock or vibration — four new area light sizes deliver

high-intensity illumination for machine lighting, visual

inspection stations, or general area lighting.

The sealed light has a sleek polycarbonate housing

plus slim profle. As high-brightness, vibration-resistant

lighting — WLAs also resist fuel, oils, grease, and many

solvents. Maintenance free and energy effcient models

withstand high pressure, high-temperature washdown

applications and are IP69K rated.

Banner Engineering Corporation

9714 Tenth Avenue North, Minneapolis MN 55441

Industrial-strength cleaner,degreaser w/o harmful solventsThis free Mean Green In-

dustrial Strength Clean-

er & Degreaser brochure

presents product capa-

bilities “for the most

challenging industrial

applications.”

Mean Green is pre-

sented to dissolve

grease, grime, and stub-

born stains — in routine

or periodic cleaning,

maintenance, machinery

rebuilds, dip tanks, parts

washer tanks — even

concrete foor stains.

The cleaner has 44% more cleaning ingredients. Its’

complete composition/formulation is emphasized to be

without environmentally harmful solvents.

CR Brands Incorporated

9100 Centre Point Drive, Suite 200, West Chester OH 45069

For FREE Information Select RS#52 at ogpe.hotims.com52

Juniper Aspect 1.2 feld mapping software is announced

to provide faster, easier use.

Simple to learn, yet powerful, it places the capabili-

ties of GPS and GIS in feld workers’ hands for more

streamlined processes.

Juniper Aspect 1.2 may be used for any job that re-

quires asset location, documentation, and inspection.

This new version more extensively flters and organizes

data for easier import of large data amounts into Excel.

It operates on most devices running Windows Mobile

6.0 or higher.

Juniper Systems

1132 West 1700 North, Logan UT 84321

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Vacuum truck, sludge tank,scrubber help reduce emissionsECOVAC RDR vacu-

um truck with 12-m3

stainless steel sludge

tank — also combines

a scrubber into one

chassis.

Vacuum and scrub-

ber are announced as

“strongly improved and

take care of the emission reduction of hazardous sub-

stances in two ways.”

The 800 m3/h liquid ring vacuum pump on the truck

delivers low vacuum to handle chemical/fammable

substances belonging to K1-en K2-classes (gases and

liquids with the highest volatility degree). Using the

vacuum pump during hazardous substances suction,

emissions will be partially already prevented.

The new scrubber is provided with two separate ADR-

certifed vessels so more detergent can be brought

along. Cleaning principle of the new scrubber works ac-

cording to a 10-stage system. The resulting two-phase

process keeps emissions at a very low level.

KOKS Group bv

Diamantweg 1, 1812 RC Alkmaar The Netherlands

For FREE Information Select RS#53 at ogpe.hotims.com53

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Hand crank static dischargereels unveiledIn a product line expansion,

this manufacturer announc-

es new GHC3100N manual

rewind hand crank static dis-

charge reel.

It’s designed to conve-

niently retract and store up

to 100-ft of high-visibility orange nylon jacketed cable.

When properly clamped to a ground, the static dis-

charge reel dissipates static electrical buildup to re-

duce sparking chances and explosion potential.

GHC3100N is highly recommended for applications

where explosions are prevalent as a result of static build

up. This can include re-fueling / de-fueling operations.

Full hand crank static discharge reels data are free.

Reelcraft Industries Incorporated

2842 East Business Hwy. 30, Columbia City IN 46725

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are on the market to restore structures and ves-

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Single-digit NOx values are realized in the load range between 50 and 100%

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A sup p l emen t t o P ennWe l l pub l i c a t i on s | w w w. P ennEne r g yJ O B S . c om

New Horizons:

The Growth of

Offshore Wind

Around the World

FROZEN ASSETS:

The Artic Push

in Offshore

Oil & Gas

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Offshore Energy: Mitigating Risk

TRAINING INSIGHTS

Empowering our Troops: AEP Career Initiatives for Veterans

ENERGY 101

Wave & Tidal Power

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2 EDITOR’S LETTER

Offshore Energy: Towards the Great Horizon

Dorothy Davis Ballard, PennWell

3 NEW HORIZONS

The Growth of Offshore Wind Around the World

Dorothy Davis Ballard, PennWell

5 FROZEN ASSETS

The Artic Push in Offshore Oil & Gas

Hilton Price, PennWell

6 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Offshore Energy: Mitigating Risk

Matthew Gordon, Viking SeaTech

8 CAREER INSIGHTS

Regulatory Experts: Career Opportunities Galore

Volker Rathman, Collarini Energy Staffng

10 TRAINING INSIGHTS

Empowering our Troops: AEP Career

Initiatives for Veterans

Dorothy Davis Ballard, PennWell and Scott

Smith, American Electric Power

12 ENERGY 101

Wave & Tidal Power

PennEnergy.com

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SUMMER 2013

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Hilton Price, Editor

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Ed i to r ’ s

Le t t e r

THE world’s oceans and vast waterways have always evoked feelings of wonder

and piqued the adventurous spirit. Teeming with life and uncharted depths,

these fuid bodies are awe inspiring in the way they are so vast and yet joining together

everything.

In the ancient world the challenge was to transverse these great expanses, to fare

into the horizon of the unknown for sustenance and wealth. Today, the world beyond

our shores holds the promise of new bounties. We turn again towards the great horizon,

abundant with the promise of resources to fuel all we have developed.

In this issue of Energy Workforce we delve into offshore energy as it is moving

ahead in great leaps and

bounds. We begin with an

overview of offshore wind

power on page 3, highlighting

the incredible global growth

of this industry as it moves

towards becoming a truly

competitive resource.

Next, we look to the

offshore oil & gas industry

and its renewed push into artic territories on page 5, followed by a timely editorial on

mitigating risk on page 6 as offshore exploration & production moves to tap these once

unreachable resources.

With a focus on career development, we hear from an industry expert on expanding

opportunities for regulatory experts on page 8 and speak with an executive of U.S.

energy major AEP about initiatives for veterans in energy on page 10.

We close this issue with another round from our Energy 101 series, this time a brief

introduction to the evolving wave and tidal power industry on page 12.

We hope you enjoy these insights and encourage you to keep us on your summer

reading list to stay ahead with the latest energy news, research, and jobs at PennEnergy.

com and PennEnergyJobs.com.

Carpe diem!

—Dorothy Davis Ballard

Towards the Great Horizon

“Today, the world beyond our shores holds

the promise of new bounties. We turn again

towards the great horizon, abundant with

resources to fuel all we have developed.”

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The Growth of Offshore

Wind Around the WorldBy Dorothy Davis Ballard

AS more countries around the

globe realize the potential of

offshore wind, new turbines

are being installed off of our coasts.

In 2012, 1,296 megawatts of new off-

shore capacity were installed — a 33

percent increase from 2011, according

to the Global Wind Energy Council

(GWEC). The world now has at least

5,415 MW of offshore wind energy gen-

erating around the globe.

Offshore wind represents about 2 per-

cent of global installed energy capacity,

but that number could, and is expect-

ed to, increase rapidly. This renewable

resource, which is able to generate far

more power than onshore wind tur-

bines, could meet Europe’s energy de-

mand seven times over, highlights the

GWEC. While in the United States, off-

shore wind has the potential to provide

four times the energy capacity needed.

Europe’s lead in offshore wind

Currently, more than 90 percent of the

globe’s offshore wind power is installed

off the coast of northern Europe in the

North, Baltic and Irish seas. There is

now also a solid presence in the English

Channel. Last year, the United King-

dom took the lead in new wind capacity,

adding 854.20 MW of offshore wind

power assets. Denmark added 46.8 MW

in 2012 and Belgium 184.5 MW.

As of this article, Europe has a total

of 4,336 MW generating from 1,503 off-

shore wind turbines at wind farms locat-

ed across 10 countries. The European

Union has set a goal to generate 20 per-

cent of its electricity from renewable

sources by 2020, and offshore wind is

slated to play a major role in making

that a reality.

In early July, the offshore wind in-

dustry celebrated a milestone: Dong

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Energy inaugurated the world’s largest

offshore wind power facility. The proj-

ect, which includes 175 Siemens wind

turbines, is called London Array and lo-

cated 12.4 miles off the Kent and Essex

coast in the Thames estuary. It has a to-

tal capacity of 630 MW, enough to pow-

er 500,000 households.

The UK’s Department of Energy &

Climate Change recently approved an-

other major offshore wind project, which

will add to Europe’s expanding wind en-

ergy output. The 1.2 GW Triton Knoll

project will be led by RWE and located

off the Lincolnshire and Norfolk coast.

Along with supplying clean, alternative

energy, the project is expected to gener-

ate more than $5.5 billion of investment

in the region and create about 1,130 jobs.

Germany, too, has had its sights set

on the development of alternative ener-

gies like wind and solar as part of a na-

tional commitment towards the phase

out of nuclear power. The country add-

ed 80 MW of offshore wind energy to the

electric grid in 2012, and another six util-

ity scale offshore wind projects are under

construction. Petrofac, and Siemens En-

ergy also recently entered into a $53 mil-

lion contract to build two major offshore

wind projects in the North Sea off the

coast of Germany - one totaling 576 MW

and another set for 800 MW.

US makes commitment to offshore wind

North America is aiming to add some

6.5 GW of wind power this year, and the

United States is looking to be a major con-

tributor. While there are no offshore wind

farms in the U.S. at the moment, the fed-

eral government has recently completed

its frst-ever round of auctions for offshore

wind leases. Deepwater Wind,

a company based in Rhode Is-

land, came in with the highest

bid of $3.8 million for two ar-

eas totaling more than 164,000

acres off the coasts of Massa-

chusetts and Rhode Island. The

auction was viewed as a histor-

ic moment for the U.S.’s future

commitment to clean energy.

The federal government is

expected to hold another auc-

tion in September for a possi-

ble wind project off the coast of

Virginia. Areas offshore Mary-

land, New Jersey and Massa-

chusetts have also been sited

as possible locations for future

wind developments.

PensionDanmark announced in June

it will be funding $200 million in capi-

tal for the planned Cape Wind project

expected to include up to 130 Siemens

turbines of 3.6 MW each. If completed,

the project off the coast of Massachu-

setts’ Cape Cod would become one of

the world’s largest offshore wind farms.

Asia will boost wind output

According to the GWEC, Asia will con-

tinue to boost its wind energy output an-

nually, reaching 25.5 GW by 2017. When

it comes to offshore wind energy, Japan

reached 25.3 MW last year. Meanwhile,

South Korea reached 5 MW of offshore

wind generation.

China holds the third spot for most

offshore wind capacity, with 258.4 MW

installed. China is also home to the frst

commercial offshore wind project outside

Europe. The Shanghai Donghai Bridge

project was installed in 2010 and totals

102 MW. China hopes to have 5 GW

of offshore wind by 2015 and 30 GW by

2030, according to the GWEC.

Cheaper costs will drive demand

A major challenge for expanding off-

shore wind development is the current

high costs of the technology. Deep wa-

ters far offshore, higher waves and steeper

construction costs can make these proj-

ects somewhat cost prohibitive. Howev-

er, like other renewable energy sources

being developed around the globe, off-

shore wind technology is steadily improv-

ing to boost its overall return on invest-

ment. Investment remains strong across

the broader wind power industry with

2012 marking several milestones. It ap-

pears with continued cost reductions and

the growing push towards renewable re-

sources, offshore wind is positioned to be

a key player in meeting global energy de-

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Frozen Assets

Despite immense challenges, the Arctic can’t

keep away exploration and drilling.

By Hilton Price

WHEN U.S. arctic waters saw

a drillship for the frst time

in 2 decades, it seemed the

return to a bygone era of exploration

had begun. Although Shell was ready

to usher in a new age for exploration

in those icy waters, process hurdles,

equipment issues, and natural obstacles

left the company’s dream unrealized.

Immediately after, as word of techni-

cal violations added insult to injury, it

seemed potential reservoirs in U.S. arc-

tic waters would remain unexplored for

at least a little while longer.

The frigid waters of the arctic present

one of the greatest challenges for any ex-

ploration company. These natural hin-

drances, combined with ongoing legis-

lation from the countries that lay claim

to those waters, make it a massive un-

dertaking. Shell lost billions in its failed

2012 campaign, and as the season end-

ed the company announced it would not

attempt a return in 2013.

However public Shell’s struggle in

the region may be, it is only a set-back.

2014 looms, and there is still no word

whether Shell will attempt a return to

the Arctic, but it is looking likely.

Shell is planning specialized surveys

of the area, using ships deployed to ar-

eas in the Chukchi and Beaufort seas.

This kind of data collection will be in-

valuable to potential future exploration

campaigns, and could save Shell in both

cost and risk if it chooses to return.

The same success Shell is hoping for

in U.S. arctic waters is being realized by

other companies in other areas of the

tumultuous region.Offshore Norway is

proving successful for numerous compa-

nies exploring the area. In the UK, three

of the country’s “Big 6” energy compa-

nies are planning Arctic drilling. E.On,

Centrica, and RWE Npower are all ex-

pressing interest in the region.

Likewise, there is a growing interest

offshore Russia, where legislation is loos-

er than the U.S. and reservoir potential

just as high. Shell has turned its atten-

tion to this area. If the company is suc-

cessful there, it could affect U.S. arctic

drilling policy, and possibly open the re-

gion further in the future.

In the U.S., however, there is an-

other element that could swing the

pendulum the other way, and close

off the country to further arctic ex-

ploration. The U.S. shale exploration

boom is changing the global energy

landscape. The country is expected to

become a major exporter in the com-

ing decades, and successful produc-

tion of these unconventional resources

could affect the interest in traditional

exploration. It could end the return to

the U.S. arctic before it truly begins.

There is a growing call for environ-

mental stewardship, the same kind that

brought an end to U.S. arctic drilling

decades ago. That concern for our natu-

ral environments isn’t likely to fade. Any

company heading to the area must show

respect for the land, and for those who

fght for it, or risk an evaporation of sup-

port for its work in the region.

Arctic drilling is hardly over. In ar-

eas offshore Norway, it thrives as much

as ever. In U.S. arctic waters, the pro-

cess may be stalled, but across the

sea in Russia’s arctic waters, oppor-

tunities are increasing. Success there

could further push exploration inter-

est here, and possibly overcome the

fnancial and legal hurdles that stand

in the way.

Meanwhile, success with shale oil

and gas could turn U.S. interests away

from the arctic, and back on land. But

that isn’t stopping companies from re-

viewing the region, and critically an-

alyzing collected data. For an area of

the Earth where even basic exploration

means a multi-billion dollar campaign,

every move matters and every decision

is crucial. ⊗

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Offshore Energy: Mitigating Risk

By offering an integrated offshore support package, variant

forms of risk can be avoided, according to Viking SeaTech

Survey’s General Manager Matthew Gordon.

By Matthew Gordon

POST-MACONDO, there has been

an increased focus on the miti-

gation of risk. The industry has

reviewed operational practices from top

to bottom. Everyone from the

operators to offshore specialists

has been affected by the major

incident. 

As a result, there has been an

increase in the contractual tug

of war between operators and

contractors in relation to the ac-

ceptance of risk and liabilities.

This has led to lengthy nego-

tiations as legal teams look to

reach middle ground, resulting

in increased administration,

time and cost.

It could be said that offering

an integrated and streamlined service re-

duces administration, costly contract ne-

gotiation and indemnities. Expanding in-

house services could not only hold the

key to unlocking cost savings, but also

to reducing risk in a risk wary industry.

Bringing new thinking to an old problem

Offshore service businesses are reinforc-

ing their position in the marketplace

by providing a fully integrated package.

Previously, smaller companies offered

a niche service that was considered sat-

isfactory twenty years ago. But as the

large corporations’ priorities adapt in

line with supply and demand, support

companies have risen to the task.

Viking SeaTech has looked at how

a new business stream can be injected

into a maturing and heavily saturated in-

dustry, in order to meet the changing re-

quirements of their clients.

By offering more services under a sin-

gle contract, including survey services,

we can provide a convenient package that

offers all the benefts, minus the opera-

tional burden.  Our integrated approach

supports our efforts to make rig-moving

safer, faster, cheaper and eas-

ier to execute. 

Reducing the

operational burden

Contract negotiations can

be time consuming; la-

bor intensive, costly and

can often impact project

scheduling. This is multi-

plied by having several con-

tracts to set up and manage

simultaneously.

An integrated approach

works towards removing

these barriers. It is highly advantageous

to the client to have a single contract in

place for service provision. This equates

to a single point of contact, invoice and

company-specifc set of terms and condi-

tions to manage.

The benefts of such a contracting ap-

proach are realized when an issue arises.

Instead of managing multiple contactors,

it takes one call to a single organization to

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Matthew Gordon joined Viking SeaTech in November 2012 as General Manager, Viking SeaTech Survey. His role is to oversee the development of the newly created Survey division.  He is responsible for initial recruitment, project management and contracting, proft and loss.  Matthew joined the company from Subsea 7, where he was a Client Account Manager overseeing sales for the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands.  Previously, he was in a general management position with VERIPOS and a project engineer with Fugro.  He specializes in hydrographic survey positioning, project management, ROV and TDU operations, business development and personnel development. Matthew has an MSc in Management Studies from The Robert Gordon University and a BSc in Electronic Engineering from Glasgow Caledonian University.

remove the issue. If a single contractor is

working towards a shared goal, the time

taken to resolve the issues is also reduced. 

The rig moving food chain

Operational effciency is improved when

operators use the integrated approach,

and also removes the need for multiple

contractors. By having numerous disci-

plines working together in-house, com-

munication is strengthened and it is en-

tirely realistic to suggest that the risk to

client operations is reduced.

From a quality assurance perspective,

Viking SeaTech Survey is involved at ev-

ery stage of the life cycle, from design

to evaluation and through working with

other disciplines. This process identifes

errors that may not be uncovered until

much later in the job, resulting in proj-

ect delays and increased cost.

Eradicating the blame culture

Contractor confict can trouble clients.

We have found that the greatest issue for

our clients is managing multiple contrac-

tors, especially when they are in confict,

as this can often lead to spending vast

amounts of time acting as arbitrator.

This is understandably irksome and

often it is the client who pays for this in

the form of lost time and additional costs.

An Integrated service approach can re-

move much of the operational burden

and the single contractor can resolve

problems on the client’s behalf. This

approach allows the client to spend their

valuable time working on other things,

while we deal with the issue at hand. This

is becoming even more important as or-

ganizations become fatter and individ-

uals within those companies have more

responsibility, meaning that time is a pre-

cious commodity.

Bespoke options

Large frms have the option of using

the offshore support specialist for their

rig moving operations expertise. It may

seem obvious, but advising clients at the

earliest point in the process is fundamen-

tal to the success of the job at hand. Step-

ping in at the initial engineering and de-

sign stages makes things easier later in

the job. Once these specifcations have

been approved by the client, a list of ma-

rine procedures can be made. This step-

by-step guide advises as to how the boats

and personnel will move the rig from

start to fnish. 

Our potential clients may have fve

or six different options from multi-

ple contractors. To make the decision

easier, we tailor the options to ft the

client exactly. By offering multiple ser-

vices, operational burden is lifted and

risk is less likely. The more links in the

operational chain, the more things that

can go wrong. We are trying to bring it

down to just two links, us and the client.

Furthermore, uniform policies and pro-

cedures lead to a safer operation. A unit-

ed quality system that clearly informs all

personnel of operational methods will

drive a safer practice.

Looking to the future

The integrated service model brings end-

less possibilities. Removing the burden

for the operator is not only advantageous

in terms of costs, time and schedule, but

it can remove the incidence of risk within

an operation. Risk comes in many forms,

but can be reduced by using a stream-

lined business with one goal, the swift,

safe, coordinated and accurate comple-

tion of a contract. 

I foresee integrated services becom-

ing more common place as the indus-

try continues to adapt. The often long

and drawn out processes attached to

drawing up contracts between opera-

tors and contractors, and subsequent

legal associations, has proved costly in

the past. Integration will become the

norm once the industry realizes this

effcient business prototype is one to

be utilized. ⊗

Risk comes in many forms, but can be reduced by using

a streamlined business with one goal, the swift, safe,

coordinated and accurate completion of a contract.

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CAREER Insights

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Regulatory Experts Career Opportunities Galore

Evolving regulatory systems in the petroleum industry

provides an emerging career path

By Volker Rathman, Collarini Energy Staffng

WITH the drilling moratorium

lifted, the oil and gas indus-

try is trying to fgure out how

to deal with the onslaught of new regu-

lations. The effects on the job markets

have already been felt: Thousands of

jobs in the offshore industry were tem-

porarily lost after the moratorium was

put in place in the wake of the Macondo

incident.

We say “temporarily,” since over time

many of these jobs will come back. This

is in no way belittling the effect the loss of

jobs has had on those involved and their

families. It is stating a belief that our in-

dustry is resilient and will come back –

stronger and better.

Well over 80 percent of this country’s

energy comes from hydrocarbons. No

number of alternative or renewable energy

sources will change that percentage quick-

ly. Oil and gas are here to stay; and, frank-

ly, the country needs us to produce hydro-

carbons for them, even if the importance

is not always realized by many Americans

outside of our industry.

So our take on the future job market

is positive. Regulations about to be dealt

with by the industry will have an increas-

ing effect on job creation, since many

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more people will be needed to under-

stand what the new rules mean and to

develop the best practices to implement

them. Regulatory experts and analysts

may apply here!

The role of the regulatory analyst has

expanded in all sectors of the oil and gas

industry as a result of proposed, new and

revised legislation.

• A regulatory analyst’s position may in-

clude such responsibilities as:

• Preparing and submitting permitting

requests for all new operations activi-

ty and any revisions to prior approvals

• Monitoring and reporting gas and oil

production and inventory for compa-

ny-operated wells

• Managing and updating regulatory in-

formation and forms

• Interfacing with local, state and feder-

al regulatory agencies

An experienced analyst will have pri-

or regulatory permitting and reporting

experience for full cycle development

planning, drilling completion, workover

operations, and feld abandonment. The

role also requires knowledge of permitting

specifc to the governing agency and geo-

graphic area.

Additionally with conventional on-

shore drilling, the process of shale ex-

traction is regulated under a number of

laws, most notably at the federal level,

the Environmental Protection Agen-

cy, The Clean Water Act, The Safe

Drinking Water Act, and The Nation-

al Environmental Policy Act. While

the federal agencies administer a gen-

eral “one-size-fts-all” set of guidelines,

the regulatory bodies at the state and

local levels may be distinctly different

due to geographic location, hydrology,

population density, wildlife, climate

and local economics.

This stew of agencies and rules cre-

ates career opportunities for experts in

each area and for generalists keeping an

eye on the big picture and the interface

among all parties.

Experts in this feld will be needed in

the permitting processes. This will create

employment opportunities particularly in

the context of:

• Greenhouse gas and air emissions

• Noise pollution

• Erosion and sediment control and

• Environmental threats to endangered

and threatened species

We do not know how the regulatory

scene will play out. We are certain, how-

ever, that regulatory compliance needs

will not decrease; this could create a boon

for those professionals seeking a switch

in their careers.

Tis fast-growing sector of the indus-

try holds promise to any regulatory pro-

fessional due to the diversity of agency

interface, geographic variety and environ-

mental concerns. As industry technolog-

ical developments and practices improve

and legislative requirements continue to

evolve, so will the unique opportunities

in these regulatory roles. ⊗

Volker Rathmann is the President of Collarini Energy Staffng Inc. Prior to joining the frm

in 2001, he held the position of Chief Financial Offcer for INTEC Engineering, a provider

of specialized engineering services in global frontier and deepwater projects. Before INTEC

Engineering, Volker held a number of leading positions in operations, marketing and fnance

within the Daimler AG. Volker earned a Bachelor’s degree in business administration in

Berlin, Germany.

The role of the regulator y analyst has expanded

in all sectors of the oil and gas industr y as a

result of proposed, new and revised legislation.

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Empowering our Troops: AEP Career Initiatives for Veterans

HEADQUARTERED in Colum-

bus, Ohio, American Electric

Power (AEP) is one of the

largest electric utilities in the United

States, delivering electricity to more

than 5.3 million customers in 11 states.

AEP has a long history of community

engagement and has established itself

as one of the top employers for military

men and women.

As a leading utility, AEP partners

with veterans’ organizations and job pro-

grams, provides special benefts to vet-

eran employees, and supports veteran

employees and their families through

mentoring and recognition programs.

Recently, PennEnergy was invited to

learn more about AEP’s veterans’ ini-

tiatives and given the opportunity to

engage Scott Smith, AEP Senior Vice

President for Transmission Strategy and

Business Operations.

A former U.S. Army captain and com-

bat engineer, Smith serves as an execu-

tive sponsor for AEP’s Military Veteran

employee resource group. Smith collab-

orated with PennEnergy content direc-

tor, Dorothy Davis, to offer greater in-

sight into AEP’s veterans’ initiatives and

how they beneft our military heroes,

the energy industry, and the communi-

ties they serve.

PennEnergy (PE): What percentage of

AEP’s current workforce is represented

by veterans?

Scott Smith (Smith): Veterans com-

pose 10 percent of AEP’s workforce, with

1,770 military veterans working through-

out our 11-state service territory.

PE: When did AEP’s veteran outreach

initiatives begin and what prompted

them?

Smith: Though AEP has a long his-

tory of supporting military veterans, it

became even more pertinent in recent

years as we increasingly realized that the

skills military veterans could bring to the

workplace closely match the skills we are

seeking for new employees. Many vet-

erans have the job-related training we

need to operate equipment and to per-

form other technical functions, along

with the personal attributes we value,

including leadership skills, f lexibili-

ty, adaptability, dedication and team-

work. We also have recognized the

signifcance of building a skilled work-

force pipeline that will help us meet the

future needs of our ever-evolving indus-

try. With this in mind, we have placed

increasing attention on our military re-

cruiting efforts as well as on our compa-

ny pay and benefts policies that support

Reservists and National Guard members

who are called into active duty.

PE: What programs does AEP have

in place for helping to recruit and

transition veterans into civilian ener-

gy careers?

Smith: At AEP, we have taken a

number of approaches to target the vet-

eran community and transition them

to successful careers at AEP. For exam-

ple, instead of fltering through thou-

sands of resumes, which can be time

consuming, we work with veterans’ or-

ganizations and national and state jobs

programs to locate veterans who have

the skill sets that match utility jobs.

This spring, AEP hosted an open

house at the AEP Transmission train-

ing facility near Columbus, Ohio, for

an up-close and personal view of the

daily activities of linemen, station tech-

nicians, protection and control elec-

tricians and other jobs. The event,

co-sponsored with veterans groups,

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provided an orientation about the types

of careers available at AEP. Several AEP

military veterans served as mentors dur-

ing the event. AEP seeks out veterans at

traditional recruiting events, too. For ex-

ample, we participate in Hire Our He-

roes, a U.S. Chamber of Commerce-

sponsored job fair.

In addition, AEP is one of a handful of

utilities that directs ex-military job appli-

cants to an online “military occupational

specialty” decoder that translates military

skills, capabilities and training into civil-

ian terms. The decoder helps veterans

recognize the meaning and value that

their military skills and training have in

the civilian workforce.

PE: What impact has AEP’s veteran

program had on the company and its

service communities?

Smith: For 10 consecutive years, AEP

has been ranked among the top “mili-

tary friendly” employers in the country

by GI Jobs Magazine. Our program has

not only increased the number of veter-

ans in our ranks, but it has helped veter-

ans transition successfully through men-

toring and company support.

I serve as an executive sponsor for

our Military Veteran employee resource

group, which was launched on Veterans’

Day in 2012. The group not only men-

tors newcomers, but it also supports em-

ployees by assisting their families while

the employees are away on active duty.

The resource group partners with veter-

ans groups and sponsors events to honor

veterans throughout AEP’s 11-state ser-

vice territory. Ultimately, we want to show

our employees and our service commu-

nities that we value the service of veter-

ans who have fought to protect our free-

doms and want to help them secure the

economic prosperity, ongoing support,

and respect they deserve.

PE: How does AEP envision the role

of veterans in evolving energy industry?

Smith: When we look at the veter-

an community, we see a skilled, disci-

plined workforce that can help our in-

dustry succeed as we begin a period of

rapid infrastructure modernization and

expansion. Nationwide, utilities will

need to replace an estimated 200,000

skilled Baby Boomers expected to retire

in the next fve years – a third of the ener-

gy workforce. At the same time, utilities

across the U.S. are expected to invest $50

billion to modernize electric transmis-

sion infrastructure through 2020. This

estimate could surpass $100 billion if

additional investments are made to en-

hance communications and cyber secu-

rity capabilities.

Through 2020, AEP alone plans to

spend billions to build around 480 new or

enhanced transmission substations and

roughly 1,800 miles of new transmission

lines. We plan to rebuild another 3,900

miles of transmission lines between 2013

and 2015. We also are focused on prepar-

ing ourselves for success in a competi-

tive transmission business environment,

which will require us to move quickly and

fnish projects on time and on budget.

As a result, targeting military veter-

ans who are transitioning to civilian ca-

reers makes sense since their capabilities

match the qualities necessary for us to

succeed in a rapidly growing, competi-

tive transmission landscape.

PE: What is ahead for AEP’s veteran

initiatives?

Smith: As we seek to recruit more

veterans into our ranks, we have looked

at how we can best support this popu-

lation of employees, particularly those

who continue to serve. AEP recently an-

nounced it will make up the difference

between an employee’s military pay and

his or her AEP base wage when the em-

ployee is off work for required training.

Additionally, we are supporting indus-

try-wide efforts to leverage the talents of

the veteran community. AEP helped es-

tablish the Troops to Energy Jobs pro-

gram, a product of the Center for En-

ergy Workforce Development. The

Center recently published a 54-page na-

tional model to help energy companies

develop a comprehensive program for

military outreach, education, recruit-

ing and retention. Through such col-

laborative efforts, we are determined to

help more veterans by providing a road-

map to civilian employment in the en-

ergy industry. In turn, we are ensuring

that we have the skilled workforce need-

ed to continue generating and deliver-

ing the reliable electricity that is essen-

tial to American homes, businesses and

national security. ⊗

“When we look at the veteran communit y,

we see a skilled, disciplined workforce...”

To learn more visit: AEP – A Military Friendly Employer

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Energy 101: Wave & Tidal EnergyPennEnergy.com

WAVE and tidal energy is

a predictable form of re-

newable energy that uses

the power and movement of wave

and tidal fows to generate electric-

ity. With the use of underwater tidal

turbines, energy from the sea is cap-

tured to create a non-polluting form

of electricity. 

A dam approach with hydraulic

turbines is the most modern tech-

nology being used across the world

to harness  tidal power. Tidal dams

are most effective in bays with nar-

row openings. Gates and turbines are

installed at certain points along the

dam, and when an adequate differ-

ence in water elevation on the dif-

ferent sides of the barrage occurs,

the gates open, creating a “hydrostatic

head,” the Ocean Energy Council re-

ported. During this process, water fows

through the turbines to create electric-

ity. The technology used at tidal ener-

gy facilities is similar to that used at

traditional hydroelectric p ower plants.

Wave and tidal power is one of the

oldest forms of energy used by humans,

with tide mills used by the Spanish,

French and British as early as 787 A.D.

It’s estimated the world’s potential for

ocean tidal power is 64,000 megawatts

electric, the OEC reported. However,

tidal power has a low capacity, usually in

the range of 20 to 30 percent. The tech-

nology for tidal energy is also expensive,

though powerful. It is estimated that if

a barrage was placed across a high-tid-

al area of the Severn River in western

England, it could provide 10 percent of

the country’s electricity needs, accord-

ing to the OEC.

Growing popularity

Tidal and wave energy technology is ad-

vancing rapidly as more countries are

beginning to realize the renewable en-

ergy’s benefts.

In the United States alone, there are

about 2,110 terrawatt-hours of wave en-

ergy being generated each year. Yet, ac-

cording to the Renewable Northwest

Project, this is just 25 percent of how

much the U.S. could be generating on

its coasts from tidal power.

Using special buoys, turbines or

other means, the country is captur-

ing the power in waves and tides from

the ocean - power that can be more

predictable than wind. Because tidal

energy reacts to the gravitational pull

of the moon and sun, experts can pre-

dict their arrival centuries in advance.

Oregon and Washington experience

the strongest waves in the lower 48

states. In Washington’s Puget Sound,

the U.S. could develop wave and tidal

technology that could capture sever-

al hundred megawatts of tidal power.

The U.S. Department of Energy

also recently unveiled a foating off-

shore wind platform that uses under-

water turbines to capture tidal energy

and create electricity, Forbes report-

ed. Another wave project that includes

10 buoys is being tested off the coast of

Oregon. It is expected to generate 1.5

MW. U.S. regulators see projects like

this as a smart and valuable solution to

diversify the country’s energy mix with

greener technologies. These regulators

also see wave and tidal power as more

predictable than wind and solar.

The United Kingdom also sees tidal

power as a viable alternative to fossil fuel

power. The U.K. is seen as a world lead-

er in wave and tidal stream technologies

due to its abundance of marine energy

resource. It is estimated that tidal tech-

nologies could generate up to 300 MW

of power by 2020. However, overall po-

tential is between 25 and 30 gigawatts. ⊗

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