Pipeliners Podcast

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Tom Quinn and Greg Merkel from Marquette Energy Analytics return to discuss the importance of peak demand forecasting for natural gas utilities, especially in preparation for extreme weather events.

The episode explores how accurate demand modeling helps ensure utilities can maintain reliable service on peak days, delving into methods of historical data analysis, customer behavior modeling, and regulatory considerations. The conversation also highlights the balance between mathematical precision and the need to communicate complex data clearly to regulatory bodies and stakeholders.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Tom Quinn and Greg Merkel from Marquette Energy Analytics join to discuss their approach to gas demand forecasting.

They discuss the origins of their business, which evolved from a university research lab to a standalone company, and explore the complexities of building accurate forecast models. Tom and Greg also explain the factors that influence gas demand, such as weather patterns and calendar events, and share insights on managing unusual situations like the COVID-19 pandemic in their forecasting models.

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In this podcast episode, Keith Coyle from Babst Calland discusses the final stages of the Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) rule and its regulatory journey. The conversation provides insights into the process, including the role of federal offices like the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and the Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee (GPAC), while also exploring the complexities surrounding regulatory reviews and implications for the pipeline industry.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat dives into the topic of management of change (MOC) and its critical role in pipeline safety management.

Drawing on insights from recent industry discussions and conferences, the episode explores how MOC applies across different operational areas, contrasts it with other industries like plant management, and addresses the complexities of departmental versus enterprise-wide MOC processes. The episode also touches on ongoing challenges and solutions being considered at EnerSys to streamline MOC implementation.

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with Joshua Ott of Crazeweld about safely purging pipelines.

Joshua shares his journey to developing innovative tools for gas purging, including his air mover device, and discusses the challenges and best practices for safely handling gas purging during pipeline operations.

The conversation offers insights into standardizing tools and practices across the industry to improve safety and efficiency in these critical processes.

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This episode of the Pipeliners Podcast features Mark Piazza from API and Andy Duncan from Enbridge discussing the new API Recommended Practice 1187, focused on managing landslide hazards for pipeline integrity. The conversation covers the development of this standard, its key elements, and the industry collaboration that went into creating it, while also highlighting the practical, adaptable approach operators can take to mitigate geotechnical risks effectively.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Russel Treat dives into key considerations for alarm management in pipeline operations, drawing on his years of personal experience.

The episode covers the challenges of defining alarm severity, rationalizing alarms, and navigating the technical complexities of SCADA systems. Additionally, the episode highlights best practices for ensuring alarms are meaningful, prioritizing critical alarms, and optimizing SCADA for effective alarm management.

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Chris Carville of SCS Technologies joins to talk about approaches to CO2 measurement.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by returning guest Keith Coyle of Babst Calland. The episode includes a regulatory update and discussions on the recent GPA and INGAA cases.

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In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Andre Scholtz from Solarcraft returns to discuss powering remote sites where solar energy isn't viable.

The conversation explores alternatives like generators, fuel cells, and wind turbines, diving into the challenges of selecting and maintaining appropriate power sources for remote operations.

The episode highlights key considerations around equipment maintenance, fuel sources, and energy storage, offering practical insights for optimizing off-grid power solutions.

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