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Pipeline Pathways - July Cohort - early bird pricing until June 26th, 2024 Here is some feedback on my Pipeline Pathways course, from previous participants: “Covers AS2885 at a high level. It was more valuable than expected, to know what ‘could’ be known about pipelines.” - Engineering Manager “Good value and engaging content.” - GIS Specialist “Helps me know a little bit about a lot of AS2885 things.” - Graduate Engineer “Good overview of AS2885, showing how it all fits together.” - engineer working in pipeline operations “Really informative, even though I don’t work in the AS2885 space specifically.” - Technical Regulator “Helped me see the big picture, and insights into what I wanted to dive deeper into.” - Project engineer working on first pipeline project ---- If you want to know about pipelines and AS2885, Pipeline Pathways is the place to be! Sign up direct on my website, or, contact me to be invoiced #pipelines #AS2885 #PECS #APGA #gas #pipelineengineer

🌍 Bringing Innovation and Precision to Oilfield Sensor Data Transmission! In the oil and gas industry, gathering accurate pressure data from well sensors and reliably transmitting it to the surface is essential for optimizing production and ensuring safety. The industry employs several advanced methods for data transmission, each tailored to suit different well depths, costs, and environmental conditions. Here are some of the key methods: 1. Mud Pulse Telemetry: The most widely used method, this system sends pressure data through oscillations in the drilling fluid inside the drill pipes. With a strong reputation for reliability and cost-effectiveness, mud pulse telemetry remains the industry standard in deep and challenging wells. 2. Electromagnetic (EM) Telemetry: This approach uses low-frequency electromagnetic signals to transfer data through rock formations to the surface. EM telemetry can be ideal in scenarios where the fluid pulse method faces limitations, offering unique versatility in certain field conditions. 3. Fiber Optics: For real-time and high-resolution data, fiber optic cables are sometimes installed along the production tubing or well walls. Fiber optics provide a continuous stream of data with precision, making it suitable for advanced monitoring applications. 4. Electrical Cables: In some wells, compressed electrical cables transfer data directly from sensors to the surface. While requiring careful installation, this method supports constant communication and data flow, especially in challenging and deep well environments. As technology advances, fiber optics and EM telemetry are gaining traction for specific applications, especially in complex well structures like horizontal or extended-reach wells. Yet, mud pulse telemetry continues to be the workhorse of the industry, balancing efficiency, reliability, and cost. The choice of method depends on the project needs, well structure, and budget, but it’s clear that innovation in data transmission is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in oilfield management. #OilAndGas #DataTransmission #Telemetry #Innovation #MudPulseTelemetry #FiberOptics #EMTelemetry #OilfieldTechnology

Day 1 of the Multibeam Acquisition Fundamentals (MBAF) Course is done. My fave moments in a training are when somebody's question leads me to bustin' out MS Paint and going offroading on a hand drawn explanation. See this absolute GEM below!! Can anybody guess what I was sketching about? I keep these ad hoc sketches and eventually turn them into prettier versions in my training material. This one's definitely a keeper. For Day 2, we're heading out on the boat to cement the teachings of Day 1. I'll be given attendees an example survey specification from the Offshore Renewables Market and will get them to set the sonar, vessel speed & line spacing to achieve it.

Natural gas exploration and production activities are integral to Peru's energy sector strategy and development. Recognizing its expertise, a significant gas sector company commissioned Vibro Technology to conduct vibration measurements and structural analysis on an anti-surge valve, ASV, to support the vibration mitigation efforts. Vibro Technology applied Dewesoft hardware and software under different operational conditions to capture the most critical vibration values and propose a viable solution. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/gNiEtmvV #DEWESoftUSA #DEWESoft #TeamDEWESoft #DAQ

Thanks to all who attended the 2024 GoM Decommissioning Conference in Houston, TX, and made this the largest and most collaborative one yet. In the months leading up to the event I was challenged by some industry experts to ensure that we have some actionable items to take from this conference. So here are just a few that I captured: (links below) 1. Download the BSEE Safety App 2. Join ROICE (Repurposing of Offshore Infrastructure for Clean Energy) 3. Register in Petrobras' vendor system 4. Review IOGP whitepapers 5. Review The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine consensus study 6. Establish functional scopes of works to the supply chain (define the problem not the solution) 7. Start the rigs-to-reef permits as early as possible 8. Join WEN (Women's Energy Network Global) https://lnkd.in/gWN3WdrG https://lnkd.in/g9rkPVQD https://lnkd.in/ge3k_37y https://lnkd.in/gVdz4j85 https://lnkd.in/gMdWAZqT #GOM #Decom #offshore #energy Offshore Network Ltd.

🎉Announcing the 2H 2024 Darcy "#CuttingEdge" Innovators in Oil and Gas!🎉 We're thrilled to introduce the standout innovators selected for our upcoming Darcy "Cutting-Edge Showcase." These pioneering companies will showcase their solutions next week during our virtual Darcy Live forums, exclusively for Darcy members. Join us to explore their unique O&G innovation and gain insight into earlier-stage #technology that's ripe to make an impact on the industry. The O&G forum will take place on November 13th from 10 - 11 am CST. Please visit the Darcy Connect event page for details on how to attend. Here’s a preview of the innovators: ⏩ Cool Edge Bits Inc. delivers an innovative PDC bit design that enhances durability, efficiency, and cooling for extended drilling in challenging formations. Their unique tangential jet nozzle and 21-port cutter directional ports arrangement directs mud flow, improving chip clearance and bit cooling. ⏩ Drift Wellbore Technologies Ltd. revolutionizes the traditional plug-and-perf stimulation process by eliminating the need for conventional or dissolvable frac plugs. In its place, they install joints with encased dissolvable flapper valves that hold pressure during fracturing operations while removing themselves through chemical dissolution once a stage is complete. ⏩ Integrity Insitu measures geomechanical parameters in situ at true reservoir conditions. Current alternatives are done in core labs with limited ability to replicate reservoir conditions or technologies that estimate geomechanical parameters via secondary calculations. ⏩ Copsys Technologies Inc. offers the Intelligent Digital Skin (CIDS) coating system that detects and pinpoints coating damage and corrosion under insulation (CUI) hotspots in real time. This solution reduces maintenance costs, prevents unexpected failures, and enhances asset integrity through proactive monitoring of critical infrastructure. ⏩ Armada is a full-stack edge connectivity, computing, and AI solutions platform. Armada also offers portable, rapidly deployable mobile data centers and specializes in advanced connectivity solutions with the world's first operating system for Starlink. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with the future of O&G!

Unlocking the Power of Hydro-Fracking with Geomechanics Hydro-fracking has revolutionized the oil and gas industry, but its success relies on a critical factor: geomechanics! Geomechanics plays a vital role in hydro-fracking by helping us understand the mechanical behavior of the reservoir and surrounding rocks. By applying geomechanical principles, we can: 1. _Optimize fracture design and placement_ 2. _Predict and control fracture propagation_ 3. _Maximize hydrocarbon recovery_ 4. _Minimize environmental impacts_ Geomechanics helps us answer critical questions: - Where to frac? - How to optimize frac design? - How to minimize induced seismicity? By integrating geomechanics into hydro-fracking operations, we can: - Improve production rates - Reduce costs - Enhance safety - Mitigate environmental risks Let's harness the power of geomechanics to unlock the full potential of hydro-fracking! #geomechanics #hydrofracking #fracking #wellcompletion #oilandgas #energyindustry #innovation

🏁 Done in milliseconds! Changing dates on your drill schedule should be instantaneous. ➕ Adding or dropping a rig to understand timing impact should take seconds. 🔁 Completely re-prioritizing by DSU while handling simops restrictions and updated price sets should happen immediately. Do you see the pattern? All of these changes should be ridiculously fast! If it takes minutes or even hours (!!!) to make simple tweaks and the impact on timing/production/economics, maybe it's time to learn how other operators already fixed their planning process with the Planner, and how you could too. Please message me for details! #oilandgas #planning #tech

🚀 Exciting News! We are thrilled to share our latest technical paper presented at the Offshore Technology Conference Brasil, titled “Implementation of a Multi-Technology Approach for Flexible Risers’ Inspection - Improving Effectiveness and Efficiency.” Flexible risers play a critical role in offshore oil and gas production, linking subsea pipelines to floating installations. Given their dynamic behavior and reliability, they are a preferred solution for deepwater applications worldwide. However, their complex multi-layered structure presents significant inspection challenges. Our paper introduces a multi-technology approach combining MEC (Magnetic Eddy Current), ultrasonic measurement systems, and CT scanning to enhance the detection and assessment of internal wire defects and annulus flooding, significantly improving inspection effectiveness and efficiency. Key Highlights: • Innovative MEC Technology: Rapid surface scanning to detect internal wire defects accurately. • Advanced Ultrasonic Measurements: Real-time assessment of riser flooding status. • CT Scanning Support: Detailed inspection of specific issues for comprehensive evaluation. Why It Matters: This multi-technology approach not only improves defect detection but also aids in accurate fatigue life prediction, ensuring the safe and prolonged operation of offshore production systems. 💡 Take a deeper dive into our methodology, case studies, and results by reading the full paper. Let’s continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in offshore technology! #OffshoreTechnology #FlexibleRisers #InspectionInnovation #MECTechnology #UltrasonicTesting #CTScanning #OilAndGas #TechnologyAdvancement 

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 🌊 When a leading oil and gas company faced the critical challenge of validating the structural stability of a jack-up barge in a high-risk offshore ATEX zone, they turned to Sercel and Geocomp, Inc. and GeoTesting Express, LLC for support. With strict safety requirements and the need for real-time structural data for operational stability, the stakes were high. Our teams delivered a tailored monitoring solution using the advanced Sercel S-morpho system. The deployment included an ATEX-compliant setup with advanced sensors, centralized control, and real-time connectivity. The system was installed and fully operational in under four hours. Operating at a high-resolution frequency of 200 Hz, the system provided preliminary insights within minutes through Operational Modal Analysis (OMA), enabling immediate risk assessment and decision-making. This efficient solution delivered measurable value by minimizing downtime, avoiding project delays, and providing precise structural validation under hazardous conditions. Discover the entire project brief: https://hubs.la/Q033lS6Q0 #OffshoreEngineering #StructuralMonitoring #InnovativeSolutions #RealTimeData