Pipeline & Gas Journal articles from September 2006

Pipeline & Gas Journal archives from September 2006

The Bayou Companies recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,000-square-foot fusion bonded epoxy pipe coating plant in New Iberia, LA.(NEWSREEL)
September 1, 2006... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: The Bayou Companies recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,000-square-foot fusion bonded epoxy pipe coating plant in New Iberia, LA. Pictured are, from left, Steve Shea, Ellen Shea-Mullen,...

Duke CEO unveils National Action Plan For Energy Efficiency.(NEWSREEL)
September 1, 2006... Duke Energy said last month it would join with other utilities, regulators, environmental and consumer groups to promote investment in energy efficiency and to help create a sustainable national commitment to smart energy use. This "call to...

Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company to expand.(NEWSREEL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company, (HFOTCO), a major Houston-based provider of oil blending, storage and shipping for electric utilities, carbon black manufacturers, refineries, traders, and bunker suppliers, announced plans to build three...

AGL reiterates commitment to Jefferson Island gas storage expansion.(NEWSREEL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... AGL Resources Inc. President and CEO John Somerhalder reiterated the company's commitment to the expansion of natural gas storage at its Jefferson Island Storage & Hub facility near Erath, LA. In response to a letter the company received on...

Field tests begin on new GTI "Super" Boiler.(NEWSREEL)(Gas Technology Institute )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Gas Technology Institute (GTI) is developing a new industrial steam-generation system that provides increased efficiency, reduced emissions, and lower fuel costs. GTI has teamed with Cleaver-Brooks--a leader in packaged boilers for industrial,...

North American summer gas storage alert.(NEWSREEL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The Ziff Energy Group has released a two-page alert which reviews the current status of gas storage and implications of storage fields being filled early to record inventories. Figure 1 shows the range of North American gas storage...

DOE to help fund research to unlock nation's growing source of natural gas.(NEWSREEL)(Department of Energy)
September 1, 2006... The Department of Energy (DOE) has selected two cost-shared research and development projects targeting America's major source of natural gas: low-permeability or "tight" gas formations. Tight gas is the largest of three so-called...

Finalists named for International Pipeline Awards.(NEWSREEL)
September 1, 2006... Finalists have been announced for the International Pipeline Conference/Exhibition 2006 Awards Gala which will be held in Calgary, Alberta on Sept. 27. For the Rosen International Pipeline Operator's Award, the finalists are Alliance...

Editor's notebook.(Colonial Pipeline Co.)
September 1, 2006... I always knew there was a reason why they called it the "smart" pig. Too bad we can't say the same about some of the folks in charge of BP's pipelines. The incident involving the shutdown of BP's Prudhoe Bay oil field never should have...

To the editors of Pipeline & Gas Journal.(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... NACE International is an internationally recognized standards-development body that utilizes industry expertise and consensus balloting to produce technical standards in a variety of engineering areas. One such standard, RP0502-2002, titled...

Congressional passage of pipeline safety amendments questionable.(GOVERNMENT)
September 1, 2006... With perhaps 15 actual work days left in the congressional session when Congress returned from its August recess, chances were not good that the House and Senate would complete work on a new pipeline safety bill. Current Pipeline and Hazardous...

Industry groups look for improvements to FERC blanket certificate changes.(GOVERNMENT)(Federal Energy Regulatory Commission )
September 1, 2006... The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) proposed making it easier for interstate pipelines to add some types of shorter segments to their networks. Responding to a joint November 2005 petition from the INGAA and the Natural Gas Supply...

SAS Gouda to supply 450 metric ton Pipe Lay System.(PROJECTS)(Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... SAS Gouda BV of The Netherlands will supply a 450 metric ton Pipe Lay System for the new pipelay vessel Caesar operated by the U.S-based Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc., formerly known as Cal Dive International, Inc. SAS is contracted to...

Companies consider pipeline to connect Canadian gas supplies to U.S. markets.(PROJECTS)(Alliance Pipeline L.P.)(Duke Energy Corp.)(New Jersey Resources Corp.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... An interstate natural gas pipeline to connect Canadian natural gas supplies to U.S. Northeast markets and regional storage is being proposed by Alliance Pipeline, Duke Energy Gas Transmission (DEGT) and N JR Pipeline Company, a subsidiary of...

Louis Dreyfus to build two pipelines in Texas.(PROJECTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Louis Dreyfus Pipeline L.P. has started construction on a 33-mile extension of its natural gas liquids pipeline into the Barnett Shale-producing region in Texas and has initiated the permitting process to build a second NGL pipeline from its...

Two-fold expansion for Jonah Gas Gathering System.(PROJECTS)(Enterprise Products Partners L.P. and TEPPCO Partners L.P.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Enterprise Products Partners L.P. and TEPPCO Partners, L.P. have formed a joint venture through their respective subsidiaries in which they will be partners in the Jonah Gas Gathering Company. Jonah Gas Gathering owns the Jonah Gas Gathering...

Rockies Express continues negotiations for Oakford Extension.(PROJECTS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Following an exceptional response to its Oakford Extension open season--which generated interest in over 1 Bcf/d of capacity from prospective shippers--Rockies Express Pipeline LLC intends to continue negotiations with prospective shippers...

Plains Pipeline to acquire three refined products lines from Chevron.(PROJECTS)
September 1, 2006... Plains Pipeline L.P., a subsidiary of Plains All American Pipeline, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire three refined products pipeline systems from Chevron Pipe Line Company for approximately $65 million. The assets to be...

New ROVs for Perry Slingsby.(PROJECTS)(remote submersibles)(Deep Marine Technology, Inc)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Deep Marine Technology, Inc. recently received an order for five Triton[R] XLS Work Class ROVs from Perry Slingsby Systems. Slated for delivery beginning in April, one vehicle a month will be added to Deep Marine Technology's already existing...

FERC approves Cheniere Energy's LNG terminal expansion.(PROJECTS)(Federal Energy Regulatory Commission)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Cheniere Energy Inc. has received Federal Energy Regulatory Commission authorization to commence site preparation construction activities to expand the capacity of its Sabine Pass LNG receiving terminal from 2.6 Bcf/d to 4 Bcf/d. Through...

Pipeline planned to serve U.S. Northeast/Mid-Atlantic markets.(PROJECTS)
September 1, 2006... Texas Eastern Transmission, a unit of Duke Energy Gas Transmission (DEGT), will conduct an open season to determine interest in moving natural gas from emerging western North American supply basins to premium markets in the Northeast and...

CRC-Evans to provide automatic welding on Kuwaiti pipeline project.(PROJECTS)(CRC-Evans Automatic Welding )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... CRC-Evans Automatic Welding has been awarded a contract by Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) to provide automatic welding equipment and technical assistance for the Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) project. The welding equipment will be located on the...

Socotherm wins Medgas contract.(PROJECTS)
September 1, 2006... Socotherm Espana S.A., has been awarded a contract for the onshore portion of the Medgaz pipeline. The contract, valued at more than 7 million Euro, was awarded by Enagas (the Spanish gas distribution company), and covers the installation of a...

Georgia, Azerbaijan looking past Russia for future gas supplies.(INTERNATIONAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... David Woodward, president of BP Azerbaijan, said Georgia and Azerbaijan could stop importing Russian natural gas by 2012, if they decided it was an expedient move. He said the two countries will be in a position to make the shift as an...

Russian oil leak stirs debate over safety of Transneft pipelines.(INTERNATIONAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... A leak in one segment of Russia's Druzhba pipeline reignited debate regarding the safety record of the country's aging pipeline system. The leak occurred July 29 on the Russian border with Ukraine and Belarus and spilled some 50 tons of oil...

ExxonMobil discussing Sakhalin I pipeline.(INTERNATIONAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... ExxonMobil is reportedly discussing the development of a pipeline to transport natural gas from the Sakhalin I development. Viktor Ishayev, Governor of the Kabarovsk Territory (which borders northeast China) has been holding talks on the...

Indonesian LNG project gets green light.(INTERNATIONAL)(Japan Bank for International Cooperation)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... BP and its partners have signed a $US2.6 billion loan agreement with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and various other commercial banks for the development of the Tangguh LNG project in...

Russian pipemaker eyes business in Latin America.(INTERNATIONAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... TMK, Russia's largest pipemaker, said it might build a pipe plant in Venezuela with an eye on supplying Latin American and Caribbean markets. Dmitry Pumpyansky, majority owner of the pipe company, met with Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez...

China set to approve 25-year LNG deal with Petronas.(INTERNATIONAL)(Petroliam Nasional Bhd.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... China said a framework agreement for Malaysia's Petronas to supply LNG to the Shanghai LNG terminal for 25 years has been reached, but negotiations are still ongoing regarding the price of the gas. China National Offshore Oil Corporation...

IPI hopes consultant can advance pipeline negotiations.(INTERNATIONAL)(Iran, Pakistan and India)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Iran, Pakistan and India have agreed to appoint an international consultant to mediate the differences over the price of gas. The consultant will submit its report in a month's time, after which representatives of all three governments would...

Sinopec may serve Shanghai with 1,757-km pipeline.(INTERNATIONAL)(China Petroleum and Chemical Corp.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Sinopec may re-route a 1,757-km pipeline in order to capitalize on strong market demand in Shanghai. The pipeline is being built as part of the $US4.7 billion development of the Puguang gas field, located in the northeast region of Sichuan...

GAIL commissions Kailaras-Malanpur pipeline.(INTERNATIONAL)(Gas Authority of India Limited)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Gas Authority of India Limited has commissioned its 87-km Kailaras-Malanpur pipeline in Madhya Pradesh. The project was completed at a cost of $US 15 million in 18 months. The pipeline has a designed capacity of 2 MMcm/d and involved 44 road,...

SCADA study finds pipelines limiting spending on control systems: many preferring to 'make do'.(supervisory control and data acquisition)
September 1, 2006... A new study finds a continuing low-to-moderate growth market for pipeline control systems spending. The report by Newton-Evans Research Company suggests that many pipeline control center operations teams continue to do more with less, and are...

Surge suppression devices made for sensitive SCADA systems.(supervisory control and data acquisition systems)
September 1, 2006... Special To Pipeline & Gas Journal Surge problems have plagued SCADA systems for years and are becoming more prevalent due to the sensitivity of the equipment being installed for data transfer and communications. The industry knows these...

Multi-path ultrasonic meters for oil custody transfer.
September 1, 2006... Due to significant improvements in accuracy during the past decade, multi-path ultrasonic flowmeters are the fastest growing flowmeter technology, gaining wider usage in the petroleum industry for liquid hydrocarbon custody transfer...

Utilities preparing for Advanced Metering Infrastructure.
September 1, 2006... Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is becoming a reality sooner than many energy utilities expected even though it is not a new concept. AMI takes Automated Meter Reading (AMR) to a new level. Going beyond AMR's ability to gather...

Composite insulation shields key LNG components.(liquefied natural gas)
September 1, 2006... LNG conversion facilities include special features for the handling of extremely cold materials. One key feature is insulation that protects components from extreme cold and keeps ambient heat out of LNG tanks and pipes. Inexpensive wood- and...

Gas utilities have room for improvement, survey shows.
September 1, 2006... So, you think it's easy to manage a natural gas utility? Not so, according to a recent study on consumer satisfaction conducted at the University of Michigan. Results largely based on 2005 performance found that rising prices and bad weather...

15 pipelines reconstructed in Iraq project.(War Zone Construction)
September 1, 2006... Some 15 Iraq pipelines operated by the North Oil Company (NOC) cross the Tigris River south of Kirkuk and east of Baiji in the heart of the Sunni triangle. This pipeline corridor is in the vicinity of a railroad and auto bridge, both of which...

Semi-active compressor valve development and testing.
September 1, 2006... The operation of a reciprocating compressor is closely linked to the performance of its valves in terms of both and efficiency. These compressors traditionally have used passive valves to control the suction and discharge flow process of the...

DOE assesses impact of 2005 hurricanes on natural gas industry in Gulf.(Department of Energy)
September 1, 2006... More than 65%, or 22,000 miles, of the 33,000 miles of pipeline linking the estimated 4,000 operating platforms in the Gulf of Mexico were in the direct path of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita that ravaged the Gulf Coast last year. Impact of...

A changing role for consultants and staff in midstream sector.(Environmental Impact Assessment)
September 1, 2006... The high rate of activity in the energy sector is constantly making headlines around the world, and many companies are flush with both cash and the opportunities to spend it. However, many are also experiencing a frustrating amount of...

Emerson Process Management.(WHAT'S NEW)(publishes application guides)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Emerson Process Management, the leading supplier of pressure regulators and services for industrial and natural gas applications, has published Edition V of its Pressure Regulator Application Guides. The guides, previously combined into one...

Flow-Cal, Inc.(WHAT'S NEW)(gas measurement software)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Flow-Cal, Inc., which reports it is the industry leader in EFM data management software, says LDCs are utilizing Flow-Cal software to manage the flow of gas measurement data from field operations throughout their organizations. Flow-Cal says in...

ProSoft Technology.(WHAT'S NEW)(Highway Addressable Remote Transducer)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... ProSoft Technology's HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer) multi-drop communication modules for Rockwell Automation's ControlLogix, SLC 500, PLC5 and Schneider Electric's Quantum processors allow networks to access temperature, pressure...

ElectraTherm, Inc.(WHAT'S NEW)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... ElectraTherm, Inc., introduced its Gas Pressure Reduction Generator (GPRG) for the oil and gas industry. The GPRG utilizes the energy contained in pressure drops throughout gas transmission and distribution systems to produce from 25 kW to 1.5...

GEOTrac.(WHAT'S NEW)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... GEOTrac says distress message forwarding now is available to the Asset Control Center. Distress messages from the field will be sent anywhere, anytime through LEO satellite to the dispatcher's cell phone. Many dispatchers are in the field...

Microwave Data Systems (MDS).(WHAT'S NEW)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... MDS is offering SCADAcrypt which is said to add state-of-the-art encryption to a wireless SCADA network. MDS says it can be used for point-to-point or point-to-multipoint links, and it provides solid security to the device and/or to the host in...

Worldwide Vision Technologies, LLC.(WHAT'S NEW)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Worldwide Vision Technologies, which describes itself as a developer of safety glasses that fit on your hardhat, not on your head, is offering replacement and tinted lens options. Foresight Safety Glasses attach to the existing slots in MSA &...

VIP Sensors.(WHAT'S NEW)(Model 5900)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... VIP Sensors introduces the Model 5900, a portable accelerometer calibrator which measures and displays the output of Piezoelectric (PE), Piezoelectric with Integral Electronics(IEPE, constant current) and voltage accelerometer types when...

Bernard Welding Equipment.(WHAT'S NEW)(free electronic newsletter MIG)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Bernard now offers a free electronic newsletter called MIG Tips that is said to contain up-to-date information on MIG welding technology and products along with welding solutions across a variety of industries. The newsletter will be delivered...

Decision Dynamics Technology Ltd.(WHAT'S NEW)(launched project cost management software )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Decision Dynamics Technology Ltd. recently announced its Oncore real-time project cost management software for oil and gas companies, utilities and their contractors. Oncore (formerly known as Time Industrial) is the first application that...

DocuLex.(WHAT'S NEW)(launched Archive Studio)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... DocuLex develops software for document imaging and management. It has released Archive Studio, said to be a complete moderate-volume centralized and distributed electronic document management system for small businesses and corporate...

FreeWave Technologies.(WHAT'S NEW)(900-MHz FGR-HT)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... FreeWave Technologies, designer and manufacturer of spread spectrum radios, has announced the 900-MHz FGR-HT plus, said to be an industry breakthrough in high throughput, long-range wireless communication and the latest addition to FreeWave's...

Meridian Systems.(WHAT'S NEW)(Crystal Reports XI for Prolog)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Meridian Systems, provider of construction project management software, has announced Crystal Reports XI for Prolog, said to be an enhanced reporting solution that allows AEC industry firms using Prolog software to get the most out of Prolog's...

Radicom Research, Inc.(WHAT'S NEW)(SlimModem2[TM].)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Radicom Research, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of dial-up and wireless RF modems for embedded systems applications, announces immediate availability of its SlimModem2[TM]. The SlimModem2 is a reliable, slim-profile voice/data/fax module...

Pipeline & Ga Journal's 2006-2007 line pipe tables.(Statistical table)
September 1, 2006... 2006-2007 Line Pipe Tables Abbreviations Denoting Type of Production Process CBW = Continuous Butt Weld CSR = Continuous Butt Weld Stretch Reduced EFW = Electric Fusion Weld EFW-DSA = Electric Fusion Weld-Double...

Pipeline construction scorecard: projects planned and under construction.(Statistical table)
September 1, 2006... Pipeline Construction Scorecard Projects Planned And Under Construction Pipeline & Gas Journal's latest tally of international pipeline construction activity indicates that 52,298 miles of oil and gas pipelines are under construction...

2006 annual directory of engineering & construction services.(Directory)
September 1, 2006... 2006 Annual Directory of Engineering & Construction Services Company Name Website A&L Underground www.alunderground.com AECON www.aecon.com AMEC Paragon, Inc. www.amecparagon.com AMEC Spie...

Cameron V&M expands its portfolio by acquisition.(Tech Notes: Send For Information)(Interview)
September 1, 2006... Cameron's Valves & Measurement (V&M) group--formerly known as Cooper Cameron Valves--is well on its way to integrating the Dresser On/Off valve unit assets acquired late last year into its portfolio of operations with what is described as...

Software improves cathodic protection data management.(Tech Notes)
September 1, 2006... Special to Pipeline & Gas Journal As gas distributor, UK-based Wales & West Utilities Limited is committed to uncompromising pipeline safety and maintenance programs. This philosophy led the utility to implement the usage of American...

Pipeline Inspection Company, Ltd.(New Products)(launched SPY[R] Model 670)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The SPY[R] Model 670 sponge holiday detector from Pipeline Inspection Company Ltd. eliminates the need for belts and battery packs. The self-contained holiday detector streamlines paint, epoxy and coating inspections because it is simple to set...

The Lincoln Electric Company.(New Products)(Vantage[R] 400 )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The new Vantage[R] 400 from The Lincoln Electric Company is described as one of the most compact 400-amp welder/ generators in the construction, pipe or rental fleet market. Housed in a compact, corrosion-resistant stainless steel case, the...

Keymay Industries.(New Products)(launched Keybag wrap-around pipeline weight)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The Keybag wrap-around pipeline weight from Keymay Industries is manufactured from a non-woven geotextile chosen for what Keymay describes as its excellent hydraulic properties as well as the proven strength of the material and its long-term...

Visions.(New Products)
September 1, 2006... Visions offers a four-page brochure devoted to its Visions Enterprise and avers that the organization assists the process industry in developing efficient lifecycle asset solutions designed to increase safety and reliability while reducing...

Bradley B. Bean, PE.(New Products)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The recently released GASWorkS[TM] 9.0 software is said to provide the most cost-effective gas network modeling application available today. It is described as being robust, easy-to-use, capable of handling models of up to 250,000 nodes....

Advanced Valve Technologies.(New Products)(API 607 5th Edition)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Advanced Valve Technologies recently announced what it described as the world's first non-metallic butterfly valves qualified to the API 607 5th Edition firesafe standard. AVT says this follows on its success in achieving qualification for its...

Emerson Process Management.(New Products)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Using the enhancements to the international standard Electronic Device Description Language (EDDL), Emerson Process Management says it will boost the functionality of its HART[R] and FOUNDATION[TM] fieldbus devices to drive richer graphical...

Ditch Witch.(New Products)
September 1, 2006... The Charles Machine Works, Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch underground construction equipment, has expanded its compact utility equipment offering with its new XT1600 excavator-tool carrier which aims to do the work of three machines: a...

GTI.(New Products)
September 1, 2006... GTI has completed field-testing of a flamespray field-applied anti-corrosion coating system and application method for steel pipe. GTI is in discussions with potential manufacturing partners. The system provides technically and economically...

King Innovations.(New Products)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... King Innovations[R] recently introduced DryConn[R] DBSR[TM] Yellow, said to be the newest product for utility tracer line splices. It joins King Innovations' utility product family which includes DryConn Direct Bury Lugs and DryConn King 6...

MSA.(New Products)(MSAALTAIR[TM])(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The MSAALTAIR[TM] Pro Single-Gas Detector, with replaceable sensor and battery, measures toxic gas concentrations or percent oxygen. It displays data on what is described by MSA as a large, clear, backlit LCD. MSA says it features superior dust...

Kontron America.(New Products)(Triton D1[TM])(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Kontron America has announced the highest class certified computing display for the oil and gas industry, the Triton D1[TM]. It is said to be the indus try's first explosion-proof computing display that carries the Certified Class 1 Zone 1 /...

Horizon Fiberglass Products Ltd.(New Products)(fiberglass first-aid units )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Horizon Fiberglass Products has developed two styles of ruggedly built fiberglass first-aid units with roll-over protection. The units are said to install easily into the bed of any full size North American pick-up truck with a simple frame...

Murphy Industries, Inc.(New Products)(thermocouples)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Murphy has expanded its thermocouple line to meet customer requests for a line that would fit as many applications as possible with the fewest possible parts and fewest possible installation caused faults. The thermocouples are encased in a...

Twin Tech.(New Products)
September 1, 2006... Twin Tech offers a brochure that says the company can provide alternative construction methods such as "pipe pulling" that shows only a narrow insertion cut on the surface. A pull head is attached to the pipe and then attached to the bottom of...

Flexpipe Systems.(New Products)(service centers )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Flexpipe Systems has published a one-page flyer announcing the opening of two new service centers located in Houston and Fruita, CO. Flexpipe Systems says its local service centers provide a local inventory of pipe and fittings, faster on-line...

Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. and Enbridge Energy Management, L.L.C. recently elected John A. Loiacono as vice president, Commercial Activity.(Personnel Changes)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. and Enbridge Energy Management, L.L.C. recently elected John A. Loiacono as vice president, Commercial Activity. Loiacono will continue to lead midstream gas asset teams and direct the gas and liquids hedging...

Premier Oilfield Rentals.(Personnel Changes)
September 1, 2006... Russell Crofts has been named managing director for Premier Oilfield Rentals, a Superior Energy Services company.

Andrew Lu.(Personnel Changes)(appointed at Mears)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Andrew Lu has joined Mears as manager of Pipeline Integrity Services. Lu will be headquartered in Arlington, VA and can be reached at andrew.lu@mears.net, or by phone at (cell) 847-687-5875

International Paint LLC.(Personnel Changes)
September 1, 2006... International Paint LLC, a division of Akzo Nobel, has hired Kevin Coleman as regional sales manager for protective coatings in the Southeast.

Duoline[R] Technologies.(Personnel Changes)(appointment of David Galindo)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Duoline[R] Technologies, an industry leader in solving oilfield corrosion problems has promoted David Galindo to technical market manager. Until his recent promotion, Galindo served as a senior service technician.

Erik J. Swenson.(Personnel Changes)(appointed at King and Spalding)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Erik J. Swenson has joined the international law firm of King & Spalding in Washington, DC. Swenson has 23 years of experience in advising clients in the electric and natural gas industries.

Chuck Hopson.(Personnel Changes)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Chuck Hopson is a new member of the team of land and regulatory professionals at Waring & Associates. Hopson is well known for his years at the DOI's Minerals Management Service office as chief of the leasing activities section.