Pipeline & Gas Journal articles from October 2003

Pipeline & Gas Journal archives from October 2003

DOT awards $1.9 million for pipeline safety research.(Newsreel)
October 1, 2003... The U.S. Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA) announced transaction agreements totaling $1.9 million for eight government-industry research and development projects for the safety and reliability of...

Kinder Morgan restarts Arizona pipeline.(Newsreel)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. (KMP) restarted service on its Tucson to Phoenix, AZ, pipeline on August 21. Following a rupture on the line July 30, KMP was able to restart the pipeline by reversing flow on the 6-inch line and connecting a...

Pemex selects energy solutions' software for pipeline upgrade.(Newsreel)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pemex Refinacion, which is the refining and refined products branch of Mexico's national oil company, has selected Energy Solutions' pipeline management software for its Salamanca-Guadalajara pipeline upgrade. Pemex implemented the project as...

NAPCA summer workshop.(Newsreel)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Doubletree Hotel Post Oak, Houston, was the venue of the National Association of Pipe Coating Applicators' annual one-day workshop, held August 20. The event drew a large number of pipe coaters, line pipe manufacturers and distributors,...

REL Instrumentation changes name.(Newsreel)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... REL Instrumentation has changed its name to ATMOS International, citing the international success of its ATMOS[TM] brand. The company supplies the following software and services for pipeline operations: real-time leak detection systems, batch...

Don Santa takes charge of highly visible INGAA.(Government Guidelines)
October 1, 2003... Don Santa, who took over as president of INGAA on Aug. 1, came to the job with a considerably different background than his predecessor, Jerry Halvorsen, who left INGAA to head up Washington operations for Entergy. Halvorsen was a trade...

Editor's notebook.
October 1, 2003... These days, I would not want to sit in for Rick Priory as chairman and CEO of Duke Energy Corp. His immediate job, as this column is written, is to ensure the power is back on for thousands of customers affected by Hurricane Isabel. His crews...

Henkels & McCoy work to complete New Jersey project.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline clews with Henkels & McCoy Inc. have installed everything from service lines to 48-inch, cross-country pipelines. The company was recently active in Bordentown, NJ where a 7.5 mile, 36-inch diameter looping project was completed for...

California Energy Commission says 'no' to pipeline from Gulf Coast.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The California Energy Commission has adopted a report that recommends against building a pipeline to bring gasoline and other petroleum products to the state from refineries in Texas and the Gulf Coast. The report, "Gulf Coast to...

Tennessee Gas expands service to Mexican market.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Tennessee Gas Pipeline has placed its South Texas Expansion project into service that connects the company's existing South Texas system in Hidalgo Country to Gasoducto del Rio, a new natural gas pipeline in northern Mexico. Ultimately,...

Construction starts on Colonial's Knoxville expansion.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Latex Construction has started construction on Colonial Pipeline's 43-mile expansion of its liquid petroleum products system in east Tennessee. The project represents a multimillion-dollar investment in Tennessee's future. The four-phase plan...

Sheehan Pipe Line building 247-mile Grasslands Pipeline.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Sheehan Pipe Line Construction Co. is building the 247 mile Grasslands Pipeline for Williston Basin Interstate Pipeline. The pipeline is designed to transport natural gas from developing coalbed and conventional natural gas production in the...

Work on Cheyenne Plains Pipeline to begin next year.(Projects)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Construction could commence by mid 2004 on the Cheyenne Plains Pipeline Company's 380-mile, 30-inch diameter pipeline. As proposed, the project will originate at the Cheyenne hub on the Colorado/Wyoming border. From there, the route of the line...

LUKoil asks U.S., Russia to protect Pipelines.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Russia's LUKoil has called on Russia and the United States to sign a pact to protect major international oil pipelines. Speaking in the Azerbaijani capital Baku, LUKoil chief Vagit Alekperov said the issue could become a major international...

Putin, Blair sign on to pipeline project.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... During his visit to Great Britain last month, President Putin and British Prime Minister Tony Blair signed an agreement on construction of a 3,000-kin pipeline under the Baltic and North Seas with an estimated cost of $5.7 billion to transport...

Line pipe ordered from Mitsui/Sumitomo for two Norway lines.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Contracts worth some NOK 385 million to supply carbon steel for pipelines in two Statoil developments off Norway have been awarded to Japanese steel supplier Mitsui/Sumitomo. Statoil said the steel for both projects--Snohvit in the Barents Sea...

Penspen wins feasibility study contract.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The ASIAN Development Bank has awarded Penspen Ltd. a contract for a techno-economic feasibility study for the bank's Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan natural gas pipeline project. The project is to transport gas produced in the established...

Honeywell to supply automation for Portuguese LNG project.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Honeywell Industry Solutions was selected by E.P.C. contractor Tractebel Engineering International for a comprehensive automation solution including Honeywell's Experion PKS[TM] Process Knowledge System[TM], Pail Safe Controller (FSC[R]) and...

BP selling part of Algerian Interests to Statoil.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... BP agreed in principle to sell a portion of its Algerian interests to Statoil for $740 million in cash. The sale includes 50 percent of BP's stake in the In Amenas gas condensate project and 49 percent of BP's interest in In Salah gas. BP and...

Origin Energy acquires LP Gas business in Australia.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Australia's Origin Energy will acquire Shepparton-based Victorian regional LPG supplier, Hylemit Pry Ltd., trading as Treston Gas. The acquisition significantly increases Origin's LP Gas operations in Victoria with additional sales of 12,000...

Technip-Coflexip lands Oseberg flowline contract in Norway.(International Highlights)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Norsk Hydro has awarded Technip-Coflexip, through its Norwegian affiliate Technip Offshore Norge AS, the EPCI (engineering, procurement, construction, installation) contract for the Oseberg South--J Structure flowlines and umbilical. The...

Mercury Instruments Inc.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Mercury Instruments Inc. is now offering an economic yet reliable solution to remote monitoring and data collection, the Bullhorn SDT8 radio communications device. Coupled with the Mercury Mini-Max in a Mini case, the Bullhorn SDT8 (Serial Data...

Pipeline Inspection Company.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... A new Pipeline Inspection Company color brochure highlights their complete line of holiday detector, jeep meter and pig tracking equipment. Since file manufacture of the first SPY[R] Holiday Detector, Pipeline Inspection Company has developed a...

When a compressor check valve fails, production stops and systems are subject to costly damage.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... When a compressor check valve fails, production stops and systems are subject to costly damage. Check valves from Hoerbiger are chosen more than any other in the industry for their quality and reliability. Hoerbiger check valves can accommodate...

Can't be beat on quality--won't be beat on price!(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The complete line of high performance ultrasonic transducers from Staveley Sensors is now available in a new catalog. This guide to the extensive selection of standard and custom-made specials can be ordered in printed hard copy or on CD. ...

Osborn International features a full line of welding products ideal for pipeline construction.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Osborn International features a full line of welding products ideal for pipeline construction. World renowned for its ability to tackle tough jobs, Osborn's 7" Ty[R], Encapsulated Stringer Bead Wheel brush (Item #21889) is specifically designed...

Siphon Tee allows simple water removal from gas mains.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Siphon Tee from Perfection Corporation is a unique and simple solution for removing standing water from polyethylene gas distribution mains. The Siphon Tee combines Perfection's mechanical tapping tee with a "siphon cap" that provides the...

RENTAL launchers & receivers.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pigs Unlimited, Inc. manufactures "pigging" launchers and receivers available for RENTAL. Standard units are ANSI 150 and equipped with flange/blind-flange assembly. Options include, closure-equipped, pig detectors, pressure gauges, pressure...

Mueller[R] Magic Box[TM].(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Mueller[R] Magic Box[TM] delivers a new capability for servicing 2", 3" and 4" polyethylene gas mains at a pressure of 100 psig without disrupting downstream flow. * Replace a damaged section of pipe. * Install a valve. *...

Moisture measurement in natural gas.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... NEW! Vaisala's HUMICAP[R] Dewpoint Transmitter HMT364NG. Proven, thin-film polymer technology for long-term stability. Sensor immune to glycol, withstands and recovers from water spikes enabling sensor direct insertion into pipeline. Fits...

Paragon Engineering Services, Inc.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline integrity issues may require your company to evaluate existing problems and quickly determine solutions. Paragon Engineering Services, Inc., has a full-service pipeline integrity management team in place, for the sole purpose of...

Polyball[TM], Kerotest Manufacturing Corp.'s.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Polyball[TM], Kerotest Manufacturing Corp.'s new line of polyethylene ball valves, features increased flow capacity, full traceability forwards and backwards, and sizes 1/2" to 12". Polyball meets or exceeds ASME standards, operates to 125 PSI,...

Pipeline news.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline News offers the latest contract information for the underground construction industry. Designed for pipeline & utilities contractors, the newsletter includes information on hundreds of jobs, at a fraction of the cost of other...

Gabe's Construction Company.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Gabe's Construction has added an American DC-330 Horizontal Directional Drill and MP-500 Mud System, along with "all necessary" support equipment to its fleet. The Maxi Rig offers 350,000 lbs pullback, 50,000 ft/pounds torque, up to 5,000 ft...

Astec Underground.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... American Augers and Trencor, now known as Astec Underground, are industry-leading manufacturers of trenchers; horizontal directional drills, boring machines, mud systems and downhole tooling. Our equipment is in service all over the world...

SafeLines LLC.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... SafeLines LLC provides damage prevention, facility protection, operator qualification training and crisis management for the pipeline, utility, energy, and communication industries. SafeLines' consultants achieved their expertise as employees...

Bullhorn is American Innovation's low-cost, reliable system for remote monitoring, data collection and control.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Bullhorn is American Innovation's low-cost, reliable system for remote monitoring, data collection and control. Bullhorn checks inputs from equipment remotely and provides notification of alarm events by fax, page and / e-mail, all for a low...

Cashman Equipment's Tesmec.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Cashman Equipment's Tesmec 1175 bucket trencher weighs approximately 130,000 lbs. and will cut 48 in. wide and 9 ft. 4 in. deep. It operates with a 400 horsepower Cat 3406B engine and includes a patented flywheel gearbox to protect the digging...

Denso's new Protal 7200 and 7250.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Denso's new Protal 7200 and 7250 is a high build (50 mils one coat) liquid epoxy coating. It exhibits excellent cathodic disbondent results of 7 mm at 176[degrees]F (80[degrees]C). The coating has a fast cure and can be backfilled in 1 hour at...

United Piping specializes in oil and gas pipeline fabrication.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... United Piping recently moved to a new location and built a new fabrication shop that doubled production capacity. Fabrication jobs can be done on-site or at our new facility. Call us for more information at 218-727-7676 or 1-800-269-2968. ...

SES.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... SES has again raised the standard for grounding and electromagnetic interference analysis software with... RIGHT-OF-WAY Your Best Friend... when you need to perform fast, yet complex and accurate, interference analyses an your...

StarTrak Pigging Technologies Inc.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Watchdog, StarTrak Pigging Technologies, Inc.'s patented intelligent pipeline market; can increase security and safety and minimize liability for pipeline operations worldwide. Watchdog can provide pipe/soil potentials on a weekly or monthly...

World's most advanced solution for heavy duty roads and working surfaces.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... DURA-BASE[R] is a modular system of interlocking high-density polyethylene mats featuring quick and easy assembly, installation and clean-up. For rental or purchase information and a FREE VIDEO or CD-ROM, call 1-877-MAT-ROAD...

Pipeline Integrity Analysis.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline Integrity Analysis from EUPEC Risk Management Systems provides pipeline technology for High Consequence Areas and ECDA indirect Inspection requirements. ATIS remote monitoring provides continuous information cathodic protection,...

We can dig it or we can drill it.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... We Can Dig It or We Can Drill It--InterCon has enjoyed over a decade of steady growth, performing hundreds of successful contracts from our Midwestern base. Our total package of services includes: Gas distribution; Small diameter pipeline...

COADE offers a free demonstration CD that illustrates its plant design and analysis programs.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... COADE offers a free demonstration CD that illustrates its plant design and analysis programs. Walkthrough demonstrations are included for mechanical design and analysis of piping systems and pressure vessels, piping CAD, ,and oil storage tank...

Horizontal boring machines.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Laney AH400 Power Unit has a 4 cylinder turbo Caterpillar diesel engine that makes 11 horsepower, and weighs 2,700 lbs. Power is variable speed and is transferred through a 5 speed Eaton-Fuller transmission to the drill pipe. The AH 400 has...

Enduro.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Enduro Digital Data Logger[TM] (DDL[TM]) offers advancements in pipeline geometry pigging technology. The DDL[TM] establishes a new world standard in data collection. We are logging bend direction and angle, mapping the pipeline, performing...

Universal Silencer--noise control solutions for the oil & gas industry.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... For more than 40 years, Universal Silencer has engineered and manufactured first-fit and retro-fit noise control solutions for diesel engines, compressors, fans, turbines, pipes, duets and other equipment used in the oil & gas industry. Our...

Incorporating more advanced circuitry and electronics, the new Fault Finder (Pearson Type Detector) from Pipeline Inspection Company weighs approximately 33% less and is less expensive.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Incorporating more advanced circuitry and electronics, the new Fault Finder (Pearson Type Detector) from Pipeline Inspection Company weighs approximately 33% less and is less expensive. These systems can trace underground pipelines and cables...

Save with single source manufacturer for all your pipe welding preparation, cleaning and finishing hand tools.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Save with single source manufacturer for all your pipe welding preparation, cleaning and finishing hand tools. Free color catalog describes total package including pipeline, grinding and cut-off wheels; stringer bead, scratch, cup, full cable...

Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. Lead Acetate Tape H2S / Total Sulfur Analyzers are designed to provide low maintenance, extended tape life, fast response time, and low power consumption. The lead acetate series of analyzers are suitable for...

Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. now offers C[O.sub.2], C[H.sub.4] and CO measurement based on infrared technology.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. now offers C[O.sub.2], C[H.sub.4] and CO measurement based on infrared technology. The result is a low drift, high accuracy with a fast response time and low power consumption. Galvanic provides a complete...

Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. GAS Micro is a universal electronic platform.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. GAS Micro is a universal electronic platform, software interface, and mechanical assembly designed to be configured for applications as an: * EVC (Electronic Volume Corrector) * EPR (Electronic Pressure...

Galvanic Applied Sciences has provided the industry with a low cost, low maintenance Gas Chromatograph for under US$10,000 (15,000 Cdn).(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences has provided the industry with a low cost, low maintenance Gas Chromatograph for under US$10,000 (15,000 Cdn). This PL-GC provides component mole percent analysis, calculate heating value, specific gravity as required...

Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. Sulfur Chemiluminescence analyzers are a complete line of analyzers for lab & process applications, which employ sulfur chemiluminesecence technology to detect sulfur in a variety of hydrocarbon samples.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. Sulfur Chemiluminescence analyzers are a complete line of analyzers for lab & process applications, which employ sulfur chemiluminesecence technology to detect sulfur in a variety of hydrocarbon samples. These...

Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. introduces the new MP 300, a moisture analyzer for measuring the content or dew point plus temperature in a gaseous stream.(Product showcase: innovative techniques, systems and equipment designed to save time and money)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. introduces the new MP 300, a moisture analyzer for measuring the content or dew point plus temperature in a gaseous stream. Accuracy and resistance to fouling have been address in this new low cost moisture...

How colonial pipeline recovered from a devastating spill and set new industry standards.(One Company's Journey To Excellence)
October 1, 2003... On June 26, 1996, Colonial Pipeline experienced a watershed event that changed the direction of this Atlanta-based company. A 1 million gallon spill of diesel fuel into South Carolina's Reedy River. The event delivered a powerful message to...

Integrated data approach to pipeline integrity management.
October 1, 2003... The Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) is mandating the development of comprehensive integrity management programs from pipeline operators in the U.S. The revised CFR 49 Part 195 became regulation following the signing of the Pipeline Safety Act...

Ultrasonic or MFL inspection: which technology is better for you?
October 1, 2003... The pipeline operator can make an informed choice as to which inspection technology to use--UT or MFL--in part by using assessment information provided in this article. GE Power Systems, Oil and Gas, PII Pipeline Solutions (PII) has more than...

The importance of First Run Success (FRS).(Industry Overview)
October 1, 2003... The pipeline industry is currently undergoing significant changes not unlike the difficulties faced by the oilfield exploration and production sector in the '80s and '90s. Financial deterioration and reorientation of the industry...

Industry and regulators closer to workable program.(Pipeline Operator Qualification)
October 1, 2003... The hazardous liquid and natural gas pipeline industries have been required to develop and implement Operator Qualification (OQ) programs since the federal Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) issued the OQ role in 1999. This performance-based rule...

Real-time gas measurement validation benefits from improvements in computing equipment.
October 1, 2003... During the 1990s, the gas measurement organizations of producers, gatherers and--particularly the regulated pipelines--adapted to pressures to provide more accurate data in an increasingly more timely fashion by either developing or acquiring...

It's all about underground.(UCT 2004 Preliminary Program, Extensive Show Plans Announced)
October 1, 2003... Underground Construction Technology International Conference & Exhibition Turning the economic corner seems to be on everybody's minds these days in the underground construction and rehabilitation industry. All indicators seem to be...

DCA Planning Annual Safety Congress.(UCT 2004 Preliminary Program, Extensive Show Plans Announced; Distribution Contractors Association Safety Congress )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The 9th Annual Distribution Contractors Association Safety Congress will be held Jan. 13-14, in conjunction with UCT. The DCA Safety Congress is an annual gathering of safety directors representing distribution construction companies. It...

Cutting-edge education: tentative program.(UCT 2004 Preliminary Program, Extensive Show Plans Announced)
October 1, 2003... The underground rehabilitation and construction industry is a diverse and complex market, covering sewer, water, telecommunications, electric distribution and transmission, gas distribution and energy transmission. Technology has changed...

Inspector training, Auger Boring Workshops offered.(UCT 2004 Preliminary Program, Extensive Show Plans Announced)
October 1, 2003... Two special trenchless technology engineering and inspection certification schools, organized by Michigan State University's Center for Underground Infrastructure Research, will be held in conjunction with UCT. The workshops are geared...

UCT registration and information.(Illustration)
October 1, 2003... Company Name Booth ADVANCE PROD. & SYSTEMS 237 ALLIED CONST. PRODUCTS 1020 AMERICAN CAST IRON PIPE 735 AMERIK SUPPLIES INC. 1226 AMERON INT'L. ...

Bright future for Gulf of Mexico natural gas.(Gulf Of Mexico Report)
October 1, 2003... The U.S. natural gas market is the largest in the world and has expanded significantly since the mid 1980s with natural gas being seen as a competitive, environmentally friendly fuel. Historically, the Gulf of Mexico has satisfied a large...

2003 large directional drilling rig census.(Directory)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline & Gas Journal 2003 census of large horizontal directional drilling contractors demonstrates the ongoing role HDD plays to promote the safety, efficiency and cost savings of this trenchless technology. When HDD professionals refer...

Existing & proposed North American LNG import terminals top 25.(LNG Report)
October 1, 2003... Although LNG has long been considered uncompetitive with traditional natural gas supplies, that is changing. Existing and proposed North Americana LNG import terminals now exceed 25. Clearly, the U.S. is considered a highly desirable LNG...

Erratum.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Don W. Miller, Founder of Miller Pipeline Corporation, was incorrectly listed as Dan Miller in a caption on page 62 of the September 2003 Pipeline & Gas Journal. We sincerely regret the error and we again congratulate Miller Pipeline for 50...

China compressor operations optimized with help of pipeline studio model.
October 1, 2003... Beijing Huayou Gas Company Ltd (BHGC) has used Energy Solution's Pipeline Studio (PLS) tool to optimize compression operations on the Shaan Jing pipeline in China. which runs approximately 1,100 km from Jingbian in western China to Beijing and...

Industry pursuing R&D to better learn how engines breathe.(Compressor Report)
October 1, 2003... From more stringent emission regulations to limited capital budgets, natural gas pipeline companies are continually challenged to produce "more bang for the buck." For engineers, this means a visit to the design board to conic up with low-cost,...

Dividend Tax Relief law may be just in time.(Distribution Forum)
October 1, 2003... Gas utilities are probably in much better shape to manage growth in their markets over the next 15 years as a result of legislation signed into law by President Bush in May that lowers taxes on dividends and capital gains and reduces the time...

New technical advances from SPC.(Tech Notes)
October 1, 2003... SP-8888[R] is the latest in a series of new coatings offered from Specialty Polymer Coat-ings, Inc. (SPC). SP-8888[R] is a 100-percent solids, two-part coating based on the latest Novolac technology with excellent impact and flexibility at...

R&M Energy Systems.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... R&M, a unit of Robbins & Myers, introduced the latest, most technically advanced solution for pipeline and vessel closures. Marketed under the SENTRY[TM] brand name, this non-threaded internal door closure provides many features and benefits...

Ritron, Inc.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Ritron, inc. introduces the Quick Talk vS Long Range Wireless Vehicle Detection Sensor System that provides 24/7 wireless vehicle detection. The Quick Talk vS senses any approaching vehicle and transmits a pre-recorded voice message alert over...

Nippon Steel Corp.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Nippon Steel Corp. has published a brochure describing the features of its X120 high-strength linepipe for long-distance gas transmission. Nippon Steel says the objective of its work to develop the high-strength steel (HSS) X120 is to lower the...

Polytec Co., Ltd.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Polytec is offering its 2003 "catalog devoted to its PE pipeline system for gas and water industries. Polytec, part of the JOA Group, says its PE ball valves and electrofusion fittings ale qualified to international standards: ANSI/ASME B16.40,...

Cortec Corporation.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Cortec[R] Research Lab has developed a biodegradable VpCI[R] -629 Corrosion Treatment for pipelines and oil wells. The formulation requires no special treatment for waste disposal. This feature makes the product unique in specialty chemical...

Pipeline Inspection Company.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Pipeline Inspection Co. offers three portable holiday detector packages to quickly and accurately inspect pipe coatings on 2-60-inch OD pipe. SPY[R] Models 715, 725 and 735 portable holiday detectors are lightweight and self-contained. To test...

Worldwide Oilfield Machine.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The WOM Dual-Seal[R] Ball Valve redundant sealing features make it ideal for critical flow in remote locations. With a primary, a back up and a third optional seal in the event of seat damage, this valve can handle critical flow. Should all...

The Lincoln Electric Company.(New Products)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Lincoln Electric Company is offering a new "Outershield[R] Wires Product Catalog" that describes the company's extensive line of gas-shielded flux-cored and metal-cored wires. The catalog provides both a quick reference selection chart and...