Off Grid Energy, expert in the manufacture of rugged energy storage systems suitable for use across a range of applications from hybrid temporary power, EV charging, grid support services and decentralized mini grids, showcased its latest range of Universal Battery Energy Storage Systems (U-BESS) at the 2017 Low Carbon Networks & Innovation Conference (LCNI). The…
Calls it ‘Disruptive Technology’ Last fall, Schlumberger introduced its newest valve, called the GROVE IST, which features a patented seat-on-ball design, integrates seal technology, and improves metal-to-metal valve performance. It was invented as a reliable, high-performing piece of equipment with a longer life span, a smaller, lightweight footprint, and thus delivers higher efficiency at a…
By Heather Douglas “Everything that can be automated Will be automated.” -Robert cannon, internet law and policy expert “Oil companies have been taking a longer view. For decades, they have attempted to rejig their entire value chain, harnessing technological advances in IT, communications (ICT), and engineering. The 1960s’ manual logging of operational data eventually evolved…
By Connie Pruden, association manager, GPAC Social Events Our 3rd Annual Winter Gala took place December 1 at the Calgary Petroleum Club with almost 100 attendees. It was a good mix of members, non-members …… The 5th Annual Curling Funspiel took place March 3 at the Calgary Curling Club with almost 60 people on hand…
By Nick Candito Co-founder and CEO Progressly The Future is Now Over the past several years the oil and gas industry has struggled with diminishing demand, evolving regulations, political uncertainty, and even natural disasters. All these factors have forced companies inside the industry to adopt new strategies to sustain profits. Many, of course, are looking…
By Heather Douglas “In the United States between 2005 and 2015, there were 85 deaths due to fires or explosions at oil and gas wellsites, including 27 ignited by mobile engines or auxiliary motors.” United States Department of Labor, Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OHSA), June 2017. This summer, the Americans issued a safety alert…
