Pipeline Things

By Rhett Dotson & Christopher De LeonScience Education

Pipeline Things episodes

June 12, 2024Losing Control of a Podcast & Control Room Management
Control room operators and pipeline integrity engineers both play vital roles in protecting pipelines and maintaining safe operations. On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Christopher De Leon and Rhett Dotson are joined by Russel Treat from the Pipeline Podcast Network to discuss control room management. Rhett, Chris, and Russel discuss what control room management looks like, how control room operations and integrity management are related, what consequences can result from improper management, and what steps need to be taken when failure occurs.
Highlights:
What is the relationship between control room and integrity management in pipeline failures?
What is the rupture rule?
Where are we seeing the most innovation in control room management?
How do integrity, control room, and operations management departments collaborate to avoid system failure?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
Russel Treat
D2 Integrity

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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
37 min
May 15, 2024Not Your Standard Pizza: Inspecting Pipelines with Intero
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Rienk de Vries from Intero to discuss how difficult-to-inspect pipelines and recent technology innovations. Tune in to learn more about Intero’s advanced technology and the services it offers.
Highlights:
Who is Rienk, and what is his story in the pipeline industry?
What is the evolution of Intero technology, from Pipetel to now?
What are Intero’s service lines?
What is in-line charging?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
Intero
Rienk de Vries
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D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
28 min
May 01, 2024Baker Hughes & Why It Matters How You Cook It
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Mohamed ElSeify from Baker Hughes to discuss AXISS™ technology—how it works, its evolution, and its ongoing development. Tune in to learn more about Mohamed’s history in the pipeline industry and the past, present, and future of AXISS™ – and of course, how he cooks the fish!
Highlights:
What is AXISS™?
How does AXISS™ measurement work?
What is the difference between AXISS™ Generation 1 and Generation 2?
What markets is AXISS™ available in?
What does the future of AXISS™ look like?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
Baker Hughes
Process & Pipeline Services
Mohamed ElSeify
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
32 min
April 17, 2024Toughness Testing Show & Tell with Simon Bellemare
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Simon Bellemare from MMT to discuss HSD (hardness, strength and ductility) testing and where the company is heading in the future. Tune in to learn more about MMT’s HSD process, and how they set themselves apart from the industry.
Highlights:
Who is Simon, and how did MMT start?
Where is HSD testing today?
How does HSD testing work?
What are some new things MMT is working on?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
MMT
Simon Bellemare
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D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
32 min
April 03, 2024Plastometrex-The New Kids in the Ditch with Dr. Jimmy Campbell
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Dr. Jimmy Campbell from Plastometrex to discuss how their fresh approach to mechanical testing has moved from aerospace giants and additive manufacturing, to pipeline material verification, through their new PLX-Portable offering. Tune in to learn more about how the company got its start and what’s next for Plastometrex.
Highlights:
What is the history of Plastometrex?
What is Plastometrex’s material properties testing process?
What are the calibration requirements in order to obtain accurate results while utilizing the PLX-Portable?
What does the future look like for Plastometrex?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
Plastometrex
Jimmy Campbell
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D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
28 min
March 20, 2024Triaxial Sensors & Putting Mums In Danger With Stephen Westwood
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Stephen Westwood from Onstream to discuss triaxial sensors, recent innovations, and most importantly, real football. Tune in to learn more about Stephen’s background and what sets Onstream apart in the pipeline industry.
Highlights:
Who is Onstream?
What sets Onstream apart from other ILI providers?
How can we tune pigging tools to get data on specific threats?
What is the purpose of triaxial sensors?
What’s in store for the future of Onstream?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
Onstream
Stephen Westwood
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.

D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].

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Connect:
Rhett Dotson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhett-dotson-59093a6/
Christopher De Leon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopheradeleon/
D2 Integrity - https://www.linkedin.com/company/d2-integrity-llc/
Onstream: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onstream-pipeline-inspection-ltd-/
Stephen Westwood: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-westwood-71aa3535/
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26 min
March 06, 2024Enduro & The Curious Case of the Missing Cowboy Hat
On the newest episode of Pipeline Things, Rhett and Chris sit down with Matt Peterson from Enduro to discuss its recent innovations, including the UHR (Ultra High Resolution) Combo Tool.
If you’ve ever been to PPIM, you’ve probably seen the Enduro showcase. Now, take a deep dive into the company with Matt to understand what makes Enduro stand out.
Highlights:
Who is Enduro?
What services does Enduro offer?
What sets Enduro apart from other similar services and products?
Where is Enduro going in the future?
Are there any new tools in development?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
Enduro
Matt Peterson
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D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of the D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
26 min
November 29, 2023The Failure Files: What on Earth is Happening with Geohazards?
In the words of Dr. Dave, there are two kinds of operators – those that have recognized the threat of geohazards and those that haven’t.
To wrap up The Failure Files season, Rhett and Chris discuss a 2020 event in Hillsboro, Kentucky related to geohazard threat management. More operators are becoming aware of the threat of geohazards and working to implement proper management techniques. Rhett and Chris discuss what those proper management techniques look like, and what integrity managers should consider.
Highlights:
What makes geohazards different from other threats we’ve discussed in this arc?
How do we assess for geohazards?
What are common geohazard misconceptions?
What are the key takeaways from this incident in Hillsboro and the NTSB report that followed?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity

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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
40 min
November 15, 2023The Failure Files: The Dangers of Unrepaired Dents
This story begins in 2015 in Centreville, Virginia when a restaurant employee dials 911 to report a strong gas smell in the area. Days after that first phone call, a pipeline operator discovers that the leak source is one of its 36-inch diameter pipelines. After excavating around a dent found from a previous inspection, they found contaminated soil and the leak. Why did the operator fail to determine the leak, and how have regulations changed since? Listen to this episode of Pipeline Things to find out.
Highlights:
Where do dents rank on the threat spectrum? How do we know when one poses a significant threat?
What is fatigue cycling? Why is it important to consider when excavating?
What strategies do we have today and what lessons can we learn to prevent history from repeating itself?
What effect did this failure have on regulations that liquid and gas operators contend with today?

Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity

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D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].
45 min
November 01, 2023 The Failure Files: Critical Consequences
Welcome back to this special season of Pipeline Things: The Failure Files, where Rhett and Chris delve into significant pipeline incidents throughout history and break down the NTSB failure reports that accompany them.
Today's episode focuses on two different catastrophes on opposite sides of the country. The first begins on the morning of August 19, 2020 in Carlsbad, New Mexico, where a 30-inch natural gas pipeline ruptured and ignited, creating a 51-foot crater about 113 feet along the pipe that burned for 55 minutes. The second takes place twelve years later in Sissonville, West Virginia when a 20-in natural gas transmission pipeline operated by Columbia Gas Transmission failed. Listen to learn how these events are related, the major causes, notable outcomes, prevention strategies, and how the findings from this report have affected recent gas pipeline regulations.
Highlights:
- What should modern-day IMPs account for? Is there a reason to expand beyond prescribed actions in regulation, and if so, how far?
- What procedures and regulations do we have today as a result of the findings in this NTSB report?
- How did these two incidents affect the definitions of HCAs and MCAs?
Connect:
Rhett Dotson
Christopher De Leon
D2 Integrity
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Pipeline Things is presented by D2 Integrity and produced by ADV Marketing.
D2 Integrity (D2I) is providing this podcast as an educational resource, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of D2I policy. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by D2 Integrity. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity that they represent. Views and opinions expressed by D2I employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily express the view of D2I or any of its officials. If you have any questions about this disclaimer, please contact Sarah Roberts at [email protected].

43 min

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Christopher and Rhett live for pipelines. Seriously. We’re not joking. Out of all things (and against all odds), pipelines are their passion. On this Pipeline Things podcast, these two share what they know, how they know it, and why you should know it too. Think Pipeliners Digest, but make it funny. Listen to the Pipeline Things podcast every other Wednesday for a hearty dose of relevant, trustworthy advice that cuts through the noise and doesn’t take itself too seriously.