Seriously though, what market fundamentals are driving up steel prices lately?  We've seen it jump beyond what was forecasted for this year, so what gives?  Listen in to us try and prognosticate on what we think might be causing this upswing in pricing.

Ferrous Scrap Futures

Iron Ore Futures

Crude Oil Futures

Hot Roll Coil Futures

Steel Imports

And finally, the very popular Rig Count

In today’s episode, Jon and Jake discuss what goes into placing an order for OCTG pipe.  Whether you’ve started a new career in Oil and Gas, assumed a new role within your company, or recently became an active investor in our great industry, this episode will teach you the nuances of ordering pipe, and mitigate costly risks that are easily avoidable.  What kind of pipe do I buy?  How much footage do I order?  How can I be sure I am getting quality pipe?  Check out these 21 minutes and fast-track your learning curve in OCTG and the oil and gas industry. 

If you've been paying attention to steel pipe during this pandemic, you'll realize that structural pipe has been the hottest darling of the "round with two holes in it" market lately.  So hot that it's actually been going up in price, and getting scarce.  What's been causing this?  Join us for the next 25 minutes as the pipe brothers try to shed some light on this phenomenon 

Links for subjects mentioned in the show:

Peak Oil Demand

Joe Biden Carbon Tax

Transportation and Fuel

Gulf Coast Sequestration

Renewable Energy Initiative for Gulf of Mexico

With the election around the corner, we decided to have a discussion with Matt Beckmann w/ Ascent Consulting about what could possibly be in store for oil markets depending on which way things go.  We also touch on issues regarding the moral case for fossil fuels and how that may shape out with the ever changing future.

Links for subjects mentioned in the show:

Ascent Consulting, LLC

US Energy Information Agency

OPEC Monthly Reports

Worldoil.com

Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration

Colorado Regulations Regarding Setbacks

Surplus OCTG Inventory seems to be everywhere (plus if you've been listening to us we have the data to prove it).  While there are great opportunities to take advantage of incredible cost-savings, there are still risks that come with aged inventory.  Tune in to this episode where we "keep you between the ditches" when it comes to properly navigating the roads of Aged OCTG inventory.  

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How is the OCTG supply shaping up for October so far?  Where are things going for the rest of the month?  Also dropping a plug for an upcoming episode.

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Links for Data Sources used in show:

Ferrous Scrap Futures

Iron Ore Futures

Crude Oil Futures

Hot Roll Coil Futures

Steel Imports

And finally, the very popular Rig Count

Normally we try and update our thoughts month to month on where the market is going.  This time we're trying our hand at Prognosticating from the prospective of pipe dealers 3 to 6 months down the road.  Will we be right? Will we be proven wrong?  Does i come before e ( Sorry Derek I think I spelled your name wrong in the shout out) ?.  Tell us your thoughts on this one, where do you see the market going? 

Diving into OCTG Corrosion Headfirst and not looking back.  Also it turns out that Jake was right; compromisation is most definitely a word, maybe even the bestest.

For inquiries into job interview, contact Jake Yentzen 

links to topics in the show:

Decision Tree for deciding what option is best in your situation

Martensite Grain Structure

IPC coating in tubing

OCTG Update for September 2020, short and sweet.  Spitballing new segment ideas for the Update.

Links for Data Sources used in show:

Ferrous Scrap Futures

Iron Ore Futures

Crude Oil Futures

Hot Roll Coil Futures

Steel Imports

And finally, the very popular Rig Count

August is here, and so are we.  Pipe Brothers OCTG update for August 2020. 

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Links for Data Sources used in show:

Ferrous Scrap Futures

Iron Ore Futures

Crude Oil Futures

Hot Roll Coil Futures

Steel Imports

And finally, the very popular Rig Count