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Supreme Vac owner Terry

Jeske, standing left, and his
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their sons Braydon, standing
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Industry experts say hard times could stick

around for a while.
Supreme Vac, featured this month,
is among companies that had to expand
services to survive. Founded in 2005 as
an oilfield services company in Edmonton,
Alberta, the firm has diversified into
general cleaning and maintenance in the
past year.
Terry Jeske founded the company, and
his sons Braydon and Bryce
help him. Supreme Vac added hydroexcavation last year
and now the company performs daylighting, trenching
and potholing, along with
steam-cleaning
services
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ne keyword that kept coming up

when talking to contractors last
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Several contractors we profiled in 2015
had to offer more to make their businesses
stand out and thrive as the oil and gas
industry struggled. If you are dragging
your heels and hoping the boom will come
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One charter school in Ohio is getting
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the oil industry does bounce back.
In August 2014, we reported on the
launch of the Utica Shale Academy, offering
courses focused on the oil and gas industry
to high school students in the state. This
issue includes an update on the schools
second year.
Enrollment has increased to 71 from
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hands-on projects and bringing in industry
experts to talk about their experiences.
Getting youths trained will help the
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Fresh ideas will only benefit the
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they helped their dad find ways to turn the
business around.
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Through the
CHALLENGES
Two brothers help turn around business for Albertas Supreme Vac
and add other services in addition to its oilfield offerings
By Ken Wysocky | Photography by Nick Sperounes
it also speaks to the value of family ties in the face of adversity, as well as the
eset by difficult challenges in its early years, Supreme Vac
power of old-fashioned determination and resilience.
is now a veteran player in the oilfield services industry
Things looked promising when Jeske established the business in 2005,
in Alberta. The journey from just surviving to outright
just as the oilfield boom was starting to heat up. Buoyed by assurances from
thriving wasnt easy, but owner Terry Jeske cites two
oilfield companies that thered be work available if he invested in a vacuum
key factors in the companys turnaround: investments in
truck, Jeske took the plunge and then quickly found himself just trying
productivity-enhancing equipment and a reinvigorating
to stay afloat.
influx of ideas and energy from his twin sons, Braydon
The first bad luck break: The vac truck was
and Bryce.
delivered
months later than promised. Any work
They turned the company around. I take
I had so much invested in
we had lined up just vaporized, Jeske recalls. We
no credit at all for it, Jeske says. They had all the
the business, and I thought if
made a financial commitment to buy the equipment
good ideas.
and were left standing there with our hands in our
The companys near fall and eventual rise
the boys took over, theyd
pockets. When the truck finally arrived, problem
underscores the importance of business diversification
turn it around.
No. 2 emerged: lack of quality employees. Things
and sound investments in equipment that opens up
Terry Jeske
were busy in the oil patch and there just werent many
new markets and increases operating efficiencies. But
The Supreme Vac crew, from left standing, Al Charest, mechanic/equipment operator; Braydon Jeske, foreman/equipment operator; Glenda Jeske, owner; Terry Jeske, owner/operations
manager; Bryce Jeske, foreman/equipment operator; Andrew Herman, safety administrator. Kneeling, Ryan Dorchak, equipment operator; Dan Lin, safety coordinator.
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Supreme Vacs Bryce Jeske, left, operates

a pressure hose and stinger wand as
equipment operator Ryan Dorchak
works the hydroexcavator at a job site in
Edmonton, Alberta.
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Supreme Vacs Bryce Jeske, left, helps Ryan

Dorchak with the stinger wand while on a
job. Looking on is Dan Lin.
good drivers available, he says. We definitely were not getting the cream of
the crop.
The end result was, as Jeske puts it, a lot of sleepless nights. It was a
really shaky, tumultuous time. I had all those payments to make and little
revenue coming in, he says. Eventually I had to refinance the truck. I just
rode it out.
KEEPING THE FAITH
Why didnt Jeske just cut his losses by selling the truck and moving on?
I had so much invested in the business, and I thought if the boys took over,
theyd turn it around, he explains.
At the time, Braydon and Bryce, now 27 years old, had recently graduated
from high school. While Bryce was gaining valuable experience working for
a company that replaced water and sewer lines, Braydon was busy taking
business administration courses at a local technical institute. I asked them
to come on board, but they declined, Jeske says. But I kept pecking away
and pecking away and they finally agreed to do it.
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
The boys did, indeed, lead a dramatic turnaround. Today the company
employs eight people and owns about $1.7 million worth of equipment,
including three vacuum trucks, a hydroexcavating truck and two steamcleaning units.
Advance Engineered Products outfitted two of the vac trucks, built on
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SUPREME VAC
LOCATION:
Edmonton, Alberta
OWNERS:
Terry and Glenda Jeske
FOUNDED:
2005
EMPLOYEES:
SERVICES:
Oilfield services, industrial and municipal

pipeline cleaning and inspections
SERVICE AREA:
Province of Alberta
WEBSITE:
www.supremevac.com
tandem-axle Kenworth T800 chassis and featuring a 3,434-gallon carbon steel

tank and a 1,400 cfm blower manufactured by Hibon. Cusco built out the
third vacuum truck on a tri-axle 2014 Freightliner Coronado SD chassis. Its
equipped with a 4,226-gallon carbon steel tank and a 1,600 cfm Hibon blower.
Foremost built the hydroexcavating truck on a 2015 Freightliner 122
SD chassis with a 13-cubic-yard debris tank, a 2,000-gallon water tank and a
4,000 cfm blower made by ROBUSCHI USA. Hot and Mighty (a division of T.
George Podell & Co.) built the two steam pressure-washing units, each housed
in an enclosed trailer. The company also relies on a RIDGID SeeSnake pipeline
inspection camera system and one RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 pipeline locator.
The fleet of equipment enables Supreme Vac to offer customers a wide
range of services. The vacuum trucks handle everything from drilling-mud
Supreme Vacs Dan Lin, left, and Bryce Jeske look over job site instructions.
BONUSES, FAMILY ATMOSPHERE

AND RESPECT HELP FIRM ATTRACT,
RETAIN GOOD WORKERS
Good employees can make a decent company great. Bad
employees can ruin one. Just ask Terry Jeske, the owner of Supreme
Vac in Edmonton, Alberta, a company that suffered greatly in its early
years due to poor employee performance.
As such, the firm which cleans municipal and industrial
pipelines and also performs oilfield services work was especially
motivated to develop ways to increase the odds of finding not only
qualified, but quality employees. Part of the solution came from
his twin sons, Braydon and Bryce, who joined the company in 2009
and 2010, respectively, and recruited friends to come and work with
them. In lieu of that, they obtained word-of-mouth referrals about
reputable workers from their friends, Braydon says.
You need good people working for you, he says. You can have
the best equipment in the world, but having competent employees
to operate the equipment is the most important thing. And theyre
hard to find.
We try to hire guys we know or have known, he continues.
Were not looking for guys who just want to get a paycheck. We
want guys who really want to make a difference want to do a job
right and generate repeat business.
To attract that kind of employee, Supreme Vac pays competitive
salaries and also pays annual performance-based financial bonuses.
The company also tries to create a family-like atmosphere where
employees feel valued and respected. For example, when employees
work unusually long shifts say, 12 hours the company will buy
them meals. The company also periodically takes employees out for
team-building dinners, Braydon says.
Weve even sent employees on vacations as a reward for great
performance, he notes. We try to maintain a small-company feel.
We dont want to treat our guys like numbers. If you have employees
that respect you, theyll also respect the equipment and your
customers. So you have to treat them with dignity and respect.
In instances where the company interviews prospective
employees without a word-of-mouth reference, it requires a drug
test. The company also obtains a drivers abstract that shows traffic
violations, accidents and such. We also ask them point blank if they
do drugs, drink or smoke, Bryce says. And if they say, No, I blatantly
ask them, Why not? You can tell if theyre telling the truth or not.
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Supreme Vac employees Ryan Dorchak, Dan Lin

and Bryce Jeske set up at a job, with the companys
Foremost 1600 model hydroexcavator.
customers that call us find us on the Internet. And if people call you for one
service, then you can promote your other services, too.
The boys also resolved one of the companys biggest problems at the
time: finding qualified workers. They brought in friends as well as other
workers they found through word-of-mouth referrals from friends.
Good drivers and operators are the key to the whole thing,
Jeske says. Equipment is just a pile of metal if you dont have
employees with the proper skill set or an interest in the business
You cant do half a job and expect customers to be happy.
and solving problems.
collection and disposal to vacuuming out tanks and vessels to cleaning up
environmental spills. The hydroexcavating truck does daylighting, trenching
and potholing. And the steam-cleaning units are used to wash down vehicles
and drilling rigs and thaw out lines and valves, along with other deicing efforts,
such as thawing out mud pits.
When I go out and do a job, I do it as if I was doing it for myself.

Braydon Jeske
We just got into hydrovacs last year, says Braydon. We were working
on a pipeline construction project and we agreed that it would be a good idea
to buy a hydrovac not only for that project, but to diversify our services, too.
Breaking into new markets was not easy. Its highly competitive, says
Jeske. It seems like everyone has a vac truck a number of people service
(oilfield) rigs part time. And its tough to compete with guys like that because
sometimes they have marginal or substandard equipment and dont charge
what they need to because they tend to view and treat it as a job, not a
business.
But the twins brought a powerful new ally into play: the Internet. In
2011, Braydon created a website that gave the company widespread exposure
and still consistently generates business leads. The website is a huge asset to
the company, Bryce points out. It gives us a ton of exposure. A lot of new
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But while marketing and new technologically advanced
equipment will nudge open the doors to new business, providing
excellent customer service keeps those doors wide open, the Jeskes emphasize.
You have to do the job right, Braydon notes. You cant do half a job and
expect customers to be happy. When I go out and do a job, I do it as if I was
doing it for myself.
To keep customers happy, the Jeskes also rely on a very simple and basic
principle: Always answer the phone. We pick up our phones all the time
even on long weekends and holidays, Jeske says. Ive actually had customers
tell us that they called 10 or 15 vac companies before they called us, and we
were the first ones to pick up the phone.
Its a huge differentiator, adds Braydon. We always answer our phones,
regardless of how busy we are or how late it is even 3 a.m. And well try
to find another contractor for a customer if were too busy to do the work.
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price and dont provide good-quality service, he says. And when oil prices
go back up, those companies will go back to serving the oil industry.
During the next three to five years, the Jeskes envision slow, evenly
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near Edmonton. Right now we rent two different buildings a few blocks
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state of the economy going forward before expanding further into land and
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WATER & WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT,

TREATMENT & TRANSPORT SHOW
INDIANA CONVENTION CENTER
FEB. 17, 2016 - Education Day
FEB. 18-20, 2016 - Exhibit Hall Open
4 DAYS TO
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BUSINESS BETTER
The Water & Wastewater Equipment,
Treatment & Transport Show promises great
value and opportunity for your business
By Luke Laggis
ast year, the Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport
(WWETT) Show was spilling out of the exhibit hall at the Indiana
Convention Center. This year, its pouring into Lucas Oil Stadium.
It all gets started like it does every year, with the industrys best slate
of education courses. The show returns to its Wednesday-through-Saturday
schedule this year, so Education Day will be held Wednesday, Feb. 17.
A day in the classroom may not sound like the most exciting part of
your trip to Indianapolis, but it could be the most valuable. Presenters from
the industrys top manufacturers and associations will lead a wide variety of
classes, covering everything from septic myths to small-diameter pipe cleaning.
There are more than 50 classes on Wednesday alone.
When class lets out, the party gets started. Just take the short walk over to
Lucas Oil Stadium its connected to the convention center for the 2016
WWETT Show Kickoff Party. Relax, check out the exhibitor sponsor displays,
and enjoy a cold beverage and complimentary hors doeuvres while networking
with manufacturers and peers.
One of the main requests we receive from attendees year in and year out
is for more networking opportunities, says show coordinator Brad Bisnette.
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The Kickoff Party presents this opportunity and does so in a very unique,
convenient and exciting atmosphere.
The show really ramps up on Thursday when the exhibit hall opens. Every
year, products introduced at the show become important components in many
industry professionals toolboxes and equipment fleets. More than 9,400 people
representing 4,200 companies and 54 countries attended the 2015 show, with
597 exhibitors nearly spilling out of the exhibit hall.
This year, its going to be even bigger, encompassing all 560,000-plus
square feet of exhibit space at the Indiana Convention Center, in addition to
the classrooms, stadium and the Sagamore Ballroom.
Right now its a daily challenge trying to figure out how were going to fit
Its going to be
very impressive
when the lights turn

on and the doors
open for showtime.
Brad Bisnette
this much equipment on the floor, Bisnette says. Its going to be very
impressive when the lights turn on and the doors open for showtime.
When that moment comes, take your time and scope out the floor.
Theres a ton to see, and you cant get to all of it in one day. Plus, there
are dozens more education courses on Thursday, and youll want to take
advantage of those opportunities. Its the perfect day to take another
class or two, give yourself an overview of the show floor and formulate
a plan to get everything you need out of the next two days. And when
the floor closes, you can head back to Lucas Oil for the second night of
the Kickoff Party.
Friday brings more education and another full day on the exhibit
floor, with a chance for you to zero in on the tools, equipment and
conversations that can make a difference for your business.
In addition to being a huge day at the show, Friday is also the
biggest night, with the Sagamore Ballroom doors opening at 5 p.m. for
the annual Industry Appreciation Party. In addition to 25-cent tap beer
and a fun, laid-back atmosphere, country music star Jerrod Niemann
will perform. Niemanns hits include Blue Bandana, Drink to That
All Night and Lover, Lover.
Just make sure you dont really drink to that all night, because
Saturday is the final day of the show and your last opportunity to see
everything that makes it great.
Dont forget, theres also plenty to do outside the show. Indianapolis
is a fun and accommodating city with dozens of museums, entertainment
venues and shopping opportunities, along with hundreds of restaurants
within walking distance of the convention center. And with 4,700 guest
rooms connected to the Indiana Convention Center via covered and
heated skyways, weather wont be an issue.
The 2016 WWETT Show will be held Feb. 17-20 at the Indiana
Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. You can view the
complete schedule of events along with an exhibitor list, floor plan,
travel information and everything else youll need to plan your trip to
Indy at www.wwettshow.com. GOMC
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Building the Business
HOW DO YOU WIN

THE TALENT WARS?
With the growing shortage of skilled job applicants, the battle
for new hires is building, and small businesses need to get
creative to compete with corporate America
By John Dini
ave you heard the term talent

wars? They are heating up, and
most small businesses arent well
equipped to do battle.
The term reflects a growing shortage
in the U.S. labor market of properly trained
and educated employees. Since before the
latest recession, there has been a mismatch
between people seeking jobs and those who
hire them. Recent statistics show that employers were advertising to fill 51 million
open positions, an all-time record.
Many business owners complain about
the lack of talent in the hiring pool especially in sales, technical jobs and trades. Several factors contribute to this situation, and
if you intend to compete in the talent wars,
you need to be aware of them.
Whats driving the shortage?
Fewer people. The number of people
in the prime age group for experienced employees is shrinking. Those reaching age 65
outnumber the folks hitting their 45th birthday by 4,000 people a day. This overlap of
the post-World War II baby boom with the
baby bust of the late 1960s and 70s cant
be changed, and it will continue for the next
10 years.
One strategy to counter the middle-experience gap is to look further up and down
the age bracket. You will need to reconsider
fixed ideas about what an ideal age is for
these positions. Many boomers are healthier than preceding generations and plan to
work longer. A new hire in his or her late 50s
can be brought up to speed in far less time
and still be a productive employee for 10 or
15 years.
Training. Our higher education system is driven more by low-interest, government-guaranteed loans than by the value of
a degree. Employers can no longer look at
college education as de facto evidence of
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qualifications, but it still can provide some

guidance. How long did it take the applicant
to graduate? (Less than 50 percent make it
in four years.) What courses did he or she
take? A well-rounded liberal arts education
still has value, and timely completion still
Small-business employers are finally

becoming aware of the crisis, but they cant
win this battle on the benefits front. Wages are
a much higher percentage of their expenses,
and they typically arent deep enough in any
one position to easily swap bodies when
necessary. They have to compete with the
weapons they have always used against giant
competitors: speed, creativity and culture.
TRY THESE TACTICS
Small-business owners can use these
techniques, which cost little beyond some
time and energy, and they may even reduce
employment expenses.
Treat employees as real people. Most
small companies take pride in their family
atmosphere, and that culture is still your
biggest advantage. Employee satisfaction
surveys consistently rate the importance of
Small-business employers have to compete with

the weapons they have always used against giant
competitors: speed, creativity and culture.
indicates a goal-oriented person. Both, however, require more investigation than merely
checking the diploma.
Increasing competition for talent.
After years of downsizing, outsourcing and
technology upgrades that replaced people,
large organizations are now filling the slots
left by the wave of retiring boomers. According to a poll of 587 corporate executives
in the study Talent Wars: The Struggle for
Tomorrows Workforce, published in The
Economist, the top five concerns were:
1. Aging population
2. Shift of personal values (e.g.,
stronger focus on work/life balance)
3. Lack of investment in training and
developing employees
4. Increasing gaps between what universities provide and what industries need
5. Low or declining standards of education
These issues arent surprising. What
owners of small and midsize businesses
need to realize, however, is that this
study was done eight years ago. Since then
corporate America has reacted, offering
signing bonuses, guaranteed wage increases,
creative benefits packages and more.
social interaction in the workplace far higher

than wages.
Tailor jobs and benefits to individuals. Show you are truly concerned about an
employees job satisfaction. Some companies
have a flexible self-improvement benefit a
few hundred dollars annually for each employee to use as he or she chooses for education, hobby lessons or a gym membership.
Consider carefully whether it is really a problem if an employee schedules around family
needs, such as taking the kids to school in
the morning.
Maintain current technology. Most
of us get frustrated if a website doesnt load
in less than five seconds. Dont make your
employees deal with outdated equipment
or software. The cost of a second monitor or
upgraded workstation is less than most employees weekly salaries.
Consider outsourcing. Many smaller
companies hire a skilled person and then
fill in his or her 40-hour week with lowerlevel tasks a sales manager producing the
customer newsletter, for example. The idea of
We do that ourselves is impractical when
you are overpaying for the function. You cant
afford to pay for full-time talent if it is really
only a part-time job.
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Invest in skills. Owners often worry they are training people to get better jobs elsewhere. Let employees know you are investing in them as recognition for their ability. Once they are more qualified, adjust wages to reflect their
new value. Gratitude is a short-lived motivation for staying in a job.
Pay market rates. Every small-business owner has lost an employee to
an offer I just couldnt match, but if it is happening regularly, you may be
out of touch with the wage scale. Those with ability dont have a problem
finding work. You may not be able to match the top of the market, but you
need to be in the ballpark.
Market internally. Employees can develop a grass is greener attitude
when they take for granted all the good things their employer offers. So make
a list of all the tangible and intangible benefits your company provides, and
schedule regular reminders of them for your workers.
The talent wars are here and will intensify in the years to come. Finding
and retaining the right people will depend on your ability to fight back with
the inherent advantages of a small business. GOMC
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
John Dini is a business coach, consultant, speaker and author. Among his books are 11 Things
You Absolutely Need to Know About Selling Your Business, and Beating the Boomer Bust.
Reach him at www.johnfdini.com.
Comments or Suggestions ...

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operate your company more efficiently and profitably. If you have
a question, comment or a topic youd like to see addressed, send
an email to editor@gomcmag.com.
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Tech Perspective
SpillFix Industrial Organic Absorbent is demonstrated on an oil spill at an oilfield site.
A DIFFERENT
SPILL SOLUTION
SpillFix provides oil companies with a new cleanup option
By MaryBeth Matzek
NORTH AMERICAN OIL AND GAS COMPANIES HAVE A NEW

OPTION WHEN IT COMES TO DEALING WITH SPILLS.
Made from coconut husks, SpillFix Industrial Organic Absorbent
increases its surface area as it works so it can absorb more liquid. The product
works by encapsulating the liquid and then trapping the hydrocarbon
inside its hollow channel structure, says David Roache, chief executive
officer for Galuku Group North America, the parent company of American
Green Ventures.
SpillFix is the first absorbent innovation in 35 years, he says. Our
product is half the cost of whats on the market right now, and its more
absorbent so people can use less.
Joe Davids of Galuku Group Limited in Australia invented SpillFix
after a trip to Malaysia. He noticed the absorbing ability of coir a coconut
byproduct and then developed SpillFix after returning home. It was later
marketed and used with success in Australia and other parts of the world.
American Green Ventures secured the exclusive marketing and distribution
rights for SpillFix in North America and is now rolling out a campaign to
educate businesses about the product.
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CLAY-FREE MATERIAL
Unlike clay-based absorbents, SpillFix is dust-free, says Roache,
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It also works faster. When
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compared to clay-based products,
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SpillFix clients use 80 percent
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safe for landfills, providing downtime, he says, adding there
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afterward, which is common with
no environmental impact. some clay products. SpillFix also
David Roache
absorbs odors.
For example, Roache says one
company testing the product in the
U.S. market went from using 18 pallets of clay-based absorbents to just 3
1/2 pallets of SpillFix. The company already counts Baker Hughes among
its customers.
Another great thing about SpillFix is that it can be reused, he
says. Companies are able to use less of the product, which adds to the
cost savings.
OIL AND GAS USES

For the oil and gas industries, SpillFix is a good fit, Roache says. It
works in all temperatures and can be easily stored and used so employees can
get to it, he says.
With oil prices so low, many companies are looking to save money, and
Roache says SpillFix can do just that since less of the product is needed and
costs associated with transportation and disposal are lower. Companies save
in multiple areas cost of product, they use less product so transportation
costs decrease, it can be disposed of in a landfill so theres no special cleanup
costs, he says. Its truly a win-win product.
As for how it can be used in the field, Roache says some companies keep
it on hand to deal with emergency spills while others may use it regularly
by placing some beneath any pipes or areas with drips. Its a very flexible
product, and you use just as much as you need to, he says.
SpillFix is available in 7-pound and 20-pound bags as well as 10-foot and
5-foot boom socks.
Its very easy to use and absorbs on contact, Roache says. Its also
lighter than traditional absorbents so if a company is worried about their
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Bakken Extra
KEY RESOURCE
FOR COMPANIES
North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources is
a valuable organization for oil producers and seekers
By MaryBeth Matzek
he drop in oil prices has put the

North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Oil and Gas Division
in new territory: How should it handle
temporarily abandoned wells?
The Oil and Gas Division monitors
and manages all wells in the state from
the permitting process until theyve gone
through reclamation.
Our department covers a lot of
ground, says Alison Ritter, public information officer for the North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Oil and
Gas Division. We handle the entire regulatory process from even before wells are
approved. We lay the framework so the industries know what kind of resources are
available.
With the lower oil prices, some
companies complete the drilling process
but havent put the wells into service,
and others have applied for temporarily
abandoned status.
Were a place where people

come for answers they may
have during the oil
drilling process.
Alison Ritter
Thats something new for us. We

need to figure out how to accommodate
that and what steps need to be taken, Ritter says. Inspections still need to be done
and there are administration issues related
to it.
She adds that many companies hope to
come back to the wells once oil prices go up.
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The state collects a bond for each well and

holds that money until a site goes through
reclamation so taxpayers dont wind up paying if a company walks away without returning the site to its previous condition. The
state collects a $50,000 bond for one well
and $100,000 for two or more.
To help oil companies weather the
tough financial times, Lynn Helms, director of the Oil and Gas Division, points out
that North Dakota lowered its extraction
tax rate from 11.5 percent to 10 percent as
long as oil prices stay below $90. He adds
that price per barrel is what will really drive
oil production in the state and elsewhere.
Operators are now committed to
running fewer rigs than their planned 2015
minimum as drill times and efficiencies
continue to improve and oil prices continue to fall, Helms says. This has resulted
in a current active drilling rig count of 10
to 15 rigs below what operators indicated
would be their 2015 average if oil prices
remained below $65 per barrel.
North Dakota definitely feels the effects of lower oil prices, Helms says. In
September, the state permitted 154 drilling
wells and one seismic well, down from an
all-time high of 370 in October 2012.
Oil price weakness now anticipated
to last well into (2016) is the main reason
for the continued slowdown (in the state),
he says.
Trying to determine what to do with
the temporarily abandoned wells is just
one of the many duties handled by the Oil
and Gas Division. Besides overseeing all
wells, it also handles the states geological
mapping. The department gets involved on
a project before a site goes through the permitting process. Monthly hearings look at
Alison Ritter, public information officer for the North

Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Oil and Gas
Division (Photos courtesy North Dakota Department
of Mineral Resources)
Lynn Helms, director of the Oil and Gas Division
all proposals, including current sites looking to expand.

Its like being preapproved for a loan,
Ritter says. You go through that to make
sure everything looks good and then you
find what you want to buy and then need
to go out and get the actual loan.
To keep track of the states wells, the
department works with a database that
tracks each site and where it is in its life
cycle. We keep watching the well until its
no longer being used and the site has been
returned to its previous state, Ritter says.
Ritter says the department balances
helping oil companies identify and develop
potential sites while protecting the rights of
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we want to do it in a way that prevents waste and maximizes the economic
recovery while fully protecting the rights of all owners to the end that the
landowners, the royalty owners, the producers and the general public realize
the greatest good from these vital natural resources, she says.
We handle the entire regulatory process from even

before wells are approved. We lay the framework
so the industries know what kind of
resources are available.
Alison Ritter
The department also works with landowners or others who have questions about drilling sites or are wondering about when theyll receive their
royalties.
Were a place where people come for answers they may have during the
oil drilling process, says Ritter, adding that the departments website is full of
information to help people with their questions. Theres a lot that goes into
the entire drilling process, and were there every step of the way helping the
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Marcellus & Utica Extra
SECOND-YEAR BOOM
Utica Shale Academy sees enrollment jump after first
year of oil and gas focused charter school in Ohio
By Greg Bates
t started out as an idea. In the heart of

gas and oil country in southern Ohio,
why not open a high school where
students can earn a general education
degree as well as offer course elections for a
gas and oil program?
Utica Shale Academy (USA), based in
Salineville, Ohio, took that thought and ran
with it. The result has been phenomenal.
The tuition-free, publicly funded
school entered its second year in fall 2015.
classroom and at home. Core courses are

fully aligned to Ohios Academic Content
Standards, which are rooted in the National
Academic Content Standards. Courses are
provided by Jefferson County Educational
Service Center Virtual Learning Academy.
Students, who must live in Ohio
and be under the age of 21 to enroll, are
required to be on site the majority of the
time; however, the attendance policy isnt
nearly the same as a public school as
students can go to class full or half days.
Thats attractive to some kids that

dont care much for a traditional brick-andmortar school, Sampson says.
Every school day, each student
decides what courses they want to tackle.
If they choose to work on math, they can
work on math. If English is their subject,
the student will go through course work.
All the students course work is completed
at their own pace in the one-room
schoolhouse, so to speak, Sampson says.
It is as far from a traditional school
setting as you can imagine, Sampson
says. There is no teacher standing up
front going through reading, writing and
arithmetic. Students are online, and I just
basically monitor to make sure they are
doing what they are supposed to be doing.
Ten students graduated last year from
USA and 16 are on pace to earn their
diplomas in 2016. Five of those seniors are
going through the oil and gas curriculum.
Roughly one-third of this years total
enrollment is taking part in the specialized
gas and oil program.
Weve got more help for our online courses.

Weve improved in every aspect of the
school since last year.
Wes Householder
After having an enrollment of 43 students
in grades nine through 12 in the first
year, figures jumped to 71 students (16
freshmen, 15 sophomores, 24 juniors and
16 seniors) by the end of October in the
second year. USA Director Eric Sampson
says he receives multiple calls per week
from students interested in enrolling.
Its like buying the first year of a
new model car, nobody wants to buy it
until they get all the kinks worked out,
Sampson says. In year two, people are
more inclined to buy. I think thats what
happened with us. A lot of people took the
wait-and-see approach to see how things
were going to go and saw the success we
had. They said, OK, well buy in.
THE SCHOOL
The school features online-based
curriculum with a blended learning
program where students can work in the
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Brian Logue, a sales representative for Express Energy

Services, speaks to students at the Utica Shale
Academy in Ohio on technology in the oil and gas
industry. The school, which launched in 2014, went
from 43 students its first year to 71 this year.
There is no teacher standing up front going through

reading, writing and arithmetic. Students are online,
and I just basically monitor to make sure they are
doing what they are supposed to be doing.
Eric Sampson
Students at the Utica Shale Academy attend a field trip to a gas and oil site to see technology
firsthand.
With so much interest in the Utica Shale Academy, it expanded to a

second location this year to bring the program to as many kids as possible.
In 2014, the academy occupied an area at Southern Local Jr./Sr. High School
in Salineville. Along with Southern Local, this year Columbiana High School
in Columbiana was added to offer a school more centrally located within
Jefferson County. The two schools are about 35 minutes apart.
The first year was an opportunity for Sampson and the school advisory
committee to figure out what worked and what didnt as far as daily operation
and curriculum. Since there isnt another school like it in Ohio, there wasnt
a model for the academy to base anything after.
Senior Wes Householder is in his second year and has noticed substantial
strides this year with how the school is functioning. Students are able to earn
an increased number of gas and oil certifications this year and can also earn
college credits.
The second year were a little bit more efficient with online classes,
Householder says. The PetroEd has updated a few times since last year, so
there are a few different courses we can go on and take. Weve got more help
for our online courses. Weve improved in every aspect of the school since
last year.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
Along with taking online courses, students get plenty of hands-on
training. Field trips to oilfields as well as heading to rigs and gas- and oilrelated businesses in Ohio are a big draw for students. We try to expose
these kids to options so they get to see what is out there when they graduate,
Sampson says.
Local industry representatives also take the time to speak with the
students. Brian Logue, a sales representative for Express Energy Services,
speaks to the students a couple times a month. Hes also the industry
representative and the school advisory committee member. Logue believes
its invaluable for students to hear speakers.
I think its very important because they get to hear from the actual
people in the industry, Logue says. They get a good perspective and see
what that persons job is, whats available, and the training thats needed to
get in certain positions.
Logue also helps schedule other speakers and field trips. Before heading
on a field trip, students generally study where they are traveling to have a
good idea what to expect when they get on site.
I think just like anything, when you actually go out in the field and
see all the inner workings, youre going to be more interested than sitting
in a classroom and learning it from somebody, Householder says. You get
that firsthand experience of what it might be like to do that job. I think once
somebody realizes thats what they want to do, they really put their effort
into it.
In the classroom, the students who are in the gas and oil program are
learning what it takes to succeed in the workplace.
Theyll get their basic oil and gas safety training, then you can get
drilling training on how the well is drilled, the type of equipment used,
different types of casing sizes, Logue says. That way, when they get out in
the industry, they already know some basic terminology and theyve been
exposed to it well in advance of hiring guys off the street. GOMC
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Eye on the Industry
GOING WHERE
THE MONEY IS
Harsh weather conditions, remoteness of work all play a
factor in what shale play employees get paid in each region
By Greg Bates
or the past decade, out-of-state workers have flocked to the northwestern

part of North Dakota.
Recruits have found a lucrative opportunity that is hard to pass up in the oil
and gas industry. The Bakken Shale, one
of the top producing oil and gas plays in
the United States, has been booming in the
small Midwestern towns. Workers want a
piece of the action.
However, North Dakotas cold climate half the year and rural surroundings
havent made for the coziest and most luxurious of living conditions. Something has
to be the driving force behind all the workers who started their new life in the Peace
Garden State.
There are quite a few people (working the

Bakken) from Texas, Louisiana, but companies
tried to recruit from places that had similar
climates to North Dakota because it made
it that much easier to keep them here,
especially once winter hit.
Tessa Sandstrom
ATTRACTING
THE WORKFORCE
As they say, money talks. Thats certainly true in the Bakken.
In most cases, those working in the Bakken Shale play are paid significantly higher
wages compared to those in the Eagle Ford
Shale play in southern Texas and the Marcellus Shale play in Pennsylvania and Ohio. All
three plays are among the top six producing
oil and gas plays in the United States.
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Its a means of trying to attract

workforce to live and work up here, says Tessa
Sandstrom, director of communications for
the North Dakota Petroleum Council, about
the higher wages in North Dakota. With
the high cost of living that resulted from the
dramatic growth, it helps pay for that as well
and attract good, quality workers.
Thomas Tunstall, Ph.D., senior research
director at the Institute for Economic
Development at the University of Texas at
San Antonio, has done extensive research
of the Eagle Ford over the years. He has
conducted four economic impact studies on
the shale dating back to 2011.
My brothers in the business and he
was telling me that when things got going in
the Bakken, a lot of the Louisiana boys went
up there to work, says Tunstall, whose dad
was a petroleum engineer. Basically, they
held out for a year and then went looking
for other opportunities because it was too
cold. Im sure thats part of it, because it gets
really cold up in North Dakota compared to
Louisiana or Texas. Another thing is theres
less diversion for the workers. I think the
population is more dense in south Texas;
its not necessarily hugely dense, but theres
things to do, and San Antonio is not that far
away. Those are my two hypotheses.
Theres quite a big difference in the
temperature ranges of the three shales.
The average temperature in the Bakken
boomtown of Williston, North Dakota, is
41.45 degrees; in the heart of the Marcellus,
Towanda, Pennsylvania, has an average
temperature of 48.03 degrees; one of Eagle
Fords boomtowns, Karnes City, Texas,
averages 69.05 degrees.
There are quite a few people (working
the Bakken) from Texas, Louisiana, but
companies tried to recruit from places

that had similar climates to North Dakota
because it made it that much easier to
keep them here, especially once winter
hit, Sandstrom says. So there are quite
a few workers from Montana, Minnesota,
Washington, Idaho and Oregon as well.
In Louisiana, Texas and Oklahoma,
theres a large contingent of folks who have
only ever worked in that industry, Tunstall
says. That bode well during the Eagle Ford
boom because workers didnt have to travel far
for work.
Cost of living also plays a factor in the
higher wages paid out in North Dakota,
notes Sandstrom. However, small towns in
Texas and Pennsylvania that were affected
during their respective booms also saw a
spike in their cost of living.
Very similar to North Dakota, they
were, at least in Pennsylvania, more rural
areas that had kind of been struggling
economically for a while, and then all of
a sudden you have all this activity and
people moving back in, Sandstrom says. I
think the cost of living has been a challenge
for just about every shale play just because
of the rapid growth that came with it.
TELL-ALL FIGURES
According to an employment and
wages report for 2014 conducted by Job
Service North Dakota, first-line supervisors
of construction trades and excavator
workers (rig supervisors) in North Dakota
made on average $77,320 per year ($37.17
per hour). For experienced supervisors in
that field, pay jumps to $92,980 per year.
In the far west region of North Dakota
which includes oil- and gas-rich Williams,
McKenzie and Dunn counties a first-line
supervisor made on average $88,770 per
year; for an experienced worker in that area,
the wage was at $103,390.
In Pennsylvania in 2014, first-line
supervisors of construction trades and
excavator workers on average made $69,430
per year, according to the Center for
Workforce Information & Analysis through
the state of Pennsylvania. In the Eagle
Ford region of Texas, that same occupation
during the second quarter of 2015 had
workers making $26.15 per hour or roughly
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Derrick operators in North Dakota made an average of $58,750 per year
($28.25 per hour), while an experienced operator made $69,460. In Texas,
derrick operators took in $22.57 per hour or roughly $47,000 per year. In
Pennsylvania, their wage was $46,240 per year.
Below is a list of how other gas and oil occupation wages compared in
the three shale plays:
Roustabouts: North Dakota, $44,980/year ($21.62/hour); Texas, roughly
$32,800/year ($15.77/hour); Pennsylvania, $39,000/year.
Service unit operators: North Dakota, $54,350/year ($26.13/hour);
Texas, roughly $42,000/year ($20.17/hour); Pennsylvania, $43,040/year.
Rotary drill operators: North Dakota, $66,390/year ($31.92/hour);
Texas, roughly $55,500/year ($26.67/hour); Pennsylvania, $50,750/year.
Helpers excavation workers: North Dakota, $34,080/year ($16.39/
hour); Texas, roughly $37,700/year ($18.13/hour); Pennsylvania,
$35,710/year.
Pump operators: North Dakota, no figures available; Texas, roughly
$54,200/year ($26.06/hour); Pennsylvania, $46,750/year.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators:
North Dakota, $51,770/year ($24.89/hour); Texas, roughly $33,700/year
($16.18/hour); Pennsylvania, no figures available.
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers: North Dakota, $50,810/year
($24.43/hour); Texas, roughly $36,100/year ($17.37/hour); Pennsylvania,
no figures available.
The wages workers earn in the Eagle Ford and Marcellus shales are pretty
similar in most instances.
The premium that the energy industry pays is already significant and
I think generally well acknowledged, Tunstall says. For the Bakken, they
probably have to pay somewhat of a premium above that, but its not hard to
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A lot of people are going to return to their home

states and work there. When things pick back up again,
the question is will they be able to get a lot of those
workers back or not.
Tessa Sandstrom
attract workers today in the industry. Its a place where comparatively lowskilled folks can go and dont need a college education, but you can make the
type of money you cant make in any other industry with that skill set. And if
you are skilled, a petroleum engineer or a geologist, you can really clean up.
UNCERTAIN FUTURE
Only time will tell if the wages in the Bakken are superior to the other
shale plays in the United States.
Prior to the downturn, a lot of people were interested in coming here
for the higher wages, but also just the opportunity that really didnt exist
anywhere else, Sandstrom says. The shale plays, all of them, were different
from the Bakken where the economic recovery wasnt going quite as quickly,
so people needed those jobs.
Now Sandstrom says the challenge is with the crude oil price downturn.
A lot of people are going to return to their home states and work there,
Sandstrom says. When things pick back up again, the question is will they
be able to get a lot of those workers back or not. We certainly have attracted a
lot of people (in North Dakota) with the higher wages, but I think the higher
cost of living may keep some people home. GOMC
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9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Basics of Septic System Control Panels

Using Septic Control Panels to Troubleshoot Systems
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The Basics of Inspecting Drip Systems
NAWT Ask the Experts Panel Discussion
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Rooms 130-132
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9:30 a.m.
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9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
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4:30 p.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
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Positioning Yourself for Promotion and Succession Planning

Step Up Your Game! Taking Current CCTV Inspection
Technology to the Next Level
Trailer Jetting Getting the Most Out of Your Equipment
Vacuuming: the Other Half of the Combination Unit
Sewer System Maintenance Challenges and Solutions
SSCSC Ask the Experts Panel Discussion
SSPMA
Sump and Sewage Pump Manufacturers Association

Rooms 133-135
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Understanding Pumps and Common Pumping Issues

Evaluation and Installation of Backup Pump Systems
Best Installation Practices for Trouble-Free Pump Controls
Troubleshooting Pumps, Panels and Switches
with Digital Multimeters
Sizing Guidelines for Sump, Sewage and Grinder Pumps
SSPMA Ask the Experts Panel Discussion
NOWRA
National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association

Rooms 240-242
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Introduction to Soils
Onsite Septic System Loading Rates and Site Layout
Making Infiltration Decisions
Understanding Soil Surface Design
Soil Dispersal Comparison
Introduction to the Elements of Onsite System
Design and Regulations
Onsite Septic System Hydraulics and Pump Design
Business Strategies
4:30 p.m.
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
Portable Sanitation
Rooms 140-142
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
How Much Should I Charge?

Business Game Changers: Top 5 Secret Strategies
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The Un-Business Plan Making Your Business
Less Complicated But More Profitable
How to Use Superior Customer Service to Increase Sales
Reward the Right Stuff: Finding, Training and
Keeping Great Team Members
Is Your Business Prepared for a Crisis?
Rooms 136-138
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Marketing Basics: How to Effectively and Efficiently Grow

Your Portable Sanitation Sales
Trust How to Build it and Use it to Grow Your
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Portable Sanitation Forum: Current and Future Critical
Issues Affecting the Industry Discussion
Industry Safety
Rooms 237-239
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Pre-Engineered Shoring Systems for Cross-Trench

Utility Challenges
Excavation Safety
OSHA Confined Space, Air Monitoring and
Fall Protection Explained
NASSCO
Southern Section Collection Systems Committee

Rooms 231-233
Cleaning Nozzle Technology

Large vs. Small-Diameter Pipe Cleaning
The Lower Lateral The New Frontier in Sewer Rehab
Chemical Grouting Technologies
The Growth of the UV Cured CIPP Process
NASSCO Ask the Experts Panel Discussion
Treatment Plant
Operator
Rooms 243-245
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Effective Strategies for Collections System Management

Sustainable Innovation in Biosolids Management
Pretreatment and Wastewater Lagoon Management
Septage Collection and Treatment
Large Scale FOG/Septage Receiving Station
Lantern Environmental Project Case History
Progress in Electrochemical Water Treatment in Last Century
WJTA-IMCA
Water Jet Technology Assoc. - Industrial Municipal Cleaning Assoc.

Rooms 237-239
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Proper Industrial Truck Maintenance Can More Than

Pay for Itself in Productivity and Safety
Air Conveyance Through an Industrial Vacuum Truck
Vacuum Excavation Applications and Opportunities
Women in Business
Rooms 136-138
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Marketing to Women
Women of Wastewater: Building a Community of Allies
Women in Wastewater Roundtable
Vacuum Truck Equipment and Operation Training

presented by NAWT National Association of Wastewater Technicians
Rooms 109-110
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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WWETT Education Sessions

Thursday, February 18, 2016
Liquid Waste
Treatment & Disposal
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Inspection & Repair
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
Rooms 130-132
11 a.m.
Analysis of Drainfield Failures and Restoration Methods

Cash In on Community System Operations and
Maintenance
Ultra-Efficient Inspection Technique to Locate Leaks on
Septic Systems
Rooms 133-135
11 a.m.
Using the Clean Water Act to Grow Profits

Winning Trench Warfare Finding Profitability
in Sewer/Septic Work
Your Best Shot at Sewer Success
How to Get the Most From Inspection Technology
Business Strategies
Rooms 136-138
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
How Self-Employed People Can Make More Money

Growing Your Business in a Tough Economy
Staying in Front of Your Customer
NOWRA Design Course

Rooms 240-242
SSCSC Sewer & Drain

Cleaning Course
Rooms 231-233
Hands-On Nozzle Technology

Hands-On Jetter Hose Maintenance Care and Repair
8 a.m.
10 a.m.
Onsite Septic Installation,

Repair & Design
Rooms 237-239
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Overview of Application, Design, Installation

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Onsite System Pump Design Made Easy
The Onsite Wastewater Industry and Our Carbon Footprint
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Treatment Plant Operator
Rooms 234-236
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Rooms 243-245
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9:30 a.m.
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Mound and At-Grade Design

Low-Pressure Pipe in Drainfield Distribution
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Rooms 140-142
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
How to Recover Non-Revenue Water

Phased Assessment Strategy for Sewers - Understanding
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The Science of Pipe Cleaning Flow and Pressure
Smart Water Technology in Theory and Practice

Dissolved Ozone in Municipal Collection, Treatment
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Rooms 130-132
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Rooms 133-135
Fact vs. Fiction: The Top Ten Septic Myths

All About Facultative Bacteria
Brown Grease Recovery From Grease Trap Waste: Science
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8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Advanced Pipe Bursting

Low-Latency, High-Definition Video Over
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Plumbers vs. Technicians: The Slow Decline of the
Tradesman
Industry Safety
Rooms 140-142
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
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Rooms 231-233
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Business Strategies
Using Acoustic Inspection to Prioritize Sewer Cleaning

Evaluation of Automatic Filters for Nozzle Protection in
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Flow Monitoring How to Make Your Program Successful
Creating a Data-Driven Strategic Marketing Plan

What Every Sewer and Drain Contractor Needs to Know
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Rooms 240-242
11 a.m.
GIS: Empowering Water, Wastewater and

Waste Removal Organizations
Rooms 136-138
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Rooms 234-236
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
Treatment Plant Operator

Rooms 243-245
8 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
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Wastewater Microbiology
How to Ensure Gold is the Result Choosing the Right
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Business Charts and Reports
Using Software to Save Time and Increase Profits
Using Mobile Devices for Business
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Rehabilitation,
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11 a.m.
Rooms 240-242
8 a.m.
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Rooms 237-239
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Safety First
THE EVOLUTION
OF SAFETY CLOTHING
New fabrics, changes in regulations help make flame-resistant
clothing safer and more comfortable for oil and gas workers
By Mark Saner
after 40 years of progress, they are also far

more fashionable and significantly more
comfortable for workers to wear.
With choices ranging from vibrant
A CHANGE IN FABRICS
FR fabrics have not only improved in
terms of their protection properties, but
An oilfield worker wears flame-resistant coveralls made by Workrite Uniform Company on a job site. Flameresistant clothing is changing constantly with new material being developed and new regulations being
introduced. (Photo courtesy of Workrite Uniform Company)
lame-resistant (FR) clothing has

come a long way from its origins in
the lab of French chemist Joseph
Louis Gay-Lussac, who first discovered
in 1821 that ammonium phosphates and
borax were capable of making textiles
relatively flame retardant.
In the early 1970s, employers in the
petroleum refining and chemical processing
industries started adopting FR clothing
programs to help prevent injuries caused
by flash fire an intense and rapidly
spreading fire caused by the combination
of air and a flammable substance. These
companies found that when regular cotton
or polyester work clothes ignited, the
amount and severity of burn injuries were
substantially higher, which greatly reduced
workers chances of survival. By utilizing FR
fibers and fabrics in employees work wear,
employers could greatly reduce the severity
and amount of burn injuries, and improve
their workers likelihood of survival.
Since these early days, FR clothing
development, research and production
have continued to improve, making FR
fabric a staple for employers in a variety of
industries, such as oil and gas, electrical
utilities, fire service, and laboratories.
Todays FR garments can protect against
a variety of hazards including flash
fire, arc flash and molten-metal splatter
by offering ignition prevention or selfextinguishing properties that help prevent
continual burning and grant workers
potentially lifesaving escape time when
exposed to such hazards.
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royal blues, oranges and reds to timeless

navy, khaki and denim, the days of FR
clothing only being available in a generic,
one-color coverall are long gone.
The fabrics have also evolved due
to companies like DuPont, Westex and
Milliken engineering new materials that
are lighter, sweat-wicking and more
breathable, while still offering a quality
level of FR protection. Additionally, there
are now a vast number of clothing styles to
choose from, including dress shirts, cargo
pants, knit henleys, outerwear and denim
jeans. Name brands such as Dickies and
Walls have now brought their popular
aesthetics to the FR market, as well.
DEVELOPMENTS IN REGULATIONS
In parallel with the advances in FR clothings functional and design
properties are the major developments in regulations regarding FR clothings
practical use in the workplace.
In 1974, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
released CFR 1910.132, its general safety standard for personal protective
equipment (PPE). This standard states that PPE which includes equipment
for the eyes, face, head and extremities, protective garments, respiratory
devices, and protective shields and barriers is to be provided, used and
maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by
reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological
hazards or mechanical irritants encountered. The standard also requires
employers to analyze the workplace to determine if hazards are present that
require PPE, and if so, select the appropriate types of PPE for the task.
While OSHAs CFR 1910.132 addresses general requirements for the
use of PPE, it does not provide specific recommendations for industries at
higher risk for hazards, nor does it list criteria to determine if such hazards
are present. In light of this need for clarity especially for the oil and
gas industry, which has a prevalent risk of flash fire OSHA issued a
memorandum to this original standard in March 2010.
more frequent. From 2003 to 2009, 716 workers in the oil and gas extraction
industry, exclusively, lost their lives on the job. Thus, the memorandum was
issued to help prevent such occurrences and encourage consistency in FR
clothing use among drilling contractors.
CRITICAL CLOTHING
The evolution of FR clothing over nearly two centuries reveals how
critical that fateful day in 1821, when Gay-Lussac experimented with the heatabsorbing properties of certain chemicals, truly was.
Now, because of the dedication and hard work of FR fabric and clothing
manufacturers, the FR clothing industry is continuing to evolve, improve and
be refined over time.
For the FR industry today, manufacturers are striving to increase garment
quality, improve worker compliance, seek higher standards and develop
safer environments for workers in hazardous industries all in an effort to
potentially save lives. To learn more about the FR clothing industry, including
FR clothing standards, visit FRinformation.com. GOMC
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mark Saner is the technical manager for Workrite Uniform Company. He brings more than 35 years of
experience in the fire and safety industries to his work, including 29 years in technical support, safety
standards and product development for Akron Brass Manufacturing Company.
While the oil and gas industry has worked to reduce the
risk of flash-fire incidents, these efforts have not eliminated
the occurrence of flash fires, nor the resulting burn injuries
and fatalities. The use of FR clothing greatly improves the
chance of a worker surviving and regaining quality of life
after a flash fire.
Meeting
more than
Basic Needs.
OSHA
The goal of the CFR 1910.132 clarification memorandum was to provide
clearer enforcement rules so that employers in the oil and gas industry would
better understand when FR clothing is required. It also sought to express
OSHAs position that FR clothing is a necessity in certain applications
associated with oil and gas well drilling, servicing, and production operations.
The memorandum labels specific activities in the petroleum industry that
require FR clothing such as snubbing, tubing, open-hole work, cementing,
transferring hydrocarbons, tank heating and many more and certain
circumstances that demand FR protection, such as reaching active gas or
hydrocarbon zones during drilling operations.
OSHAs justification for issuing this memorandum was stated as, While
the oil and gas industry has worked to reduce the risk of flash-fire incidents,
these efforts have not eliminated the occurrence of flash fires, nor the
resulting burn injuries and fatalities. The use of FR clothing greatly improves
the chance of a worker surviving and regaining quality of life after a flash fire.
FR clothing can significantly reduce both the extent and severity of burn
injuries to the body.
Prior to the release of the CFR 1910.132 memorandum, the use of FR
clothing in the oil and gas industries was not a widely held or mandated
practice, making instances of flash-fire burn injuries and fatalities relatively
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1681 94th Ln. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55449
763-780-5440 Fax: 763-780-2958
info@catpumps.com www.catpumps.com

Fruitland Manufacturing

324 Leaside Ave., Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 2N7
800-663-9003 905-662-6552 Fax: 905-662-5412
sales@fruitland-mfg.com www.fruitlandmanufacturing.com
General Pump
1174 Northland Drive, Mendota Heights, MN 55120
888-474-5487 651-454-6500 Fax: 651-454-8015
sales@gpcompanies.com www.generalpump.com

GIW Industries, Inc.
5000 Wrightsboro Rd., Grovetown, GA 30813

706-863-1011 Fax: 706-863-5637
marketing@giwindustries.com www.giwindustries.com

Gorman-Rupp Company
See ad page 5
600 S. Airport Rd., Mansfield, OH 44903

419-755-1011 Fax: 419-755-1251
grsales@gormanrupp.com www.grpumps.com
Hydra-Tech Pumps
167 Stock St., Nesquehoning, PA 18240

570-645-3779 Fax: 570-645-4061
htpump@hydra-tech.com www.hydra-tech.com
Masport Inc.
See ad page 25
6801 Cornhusker Hwy., Lincoln, NE 68507

800-228-4510 402-466-8428 Fax: 402-466-8355
customerservice@masportpump.com www.masportpump.com

Pentair Fairbanks Nijhuis
3601 Fairbanks Ave., Kansas City, KS 66106

913-371-5000 Fax: 913-748-4025
fmproduct@pentair.com www.fairbanksnijhuis.com
ProMinent Fluid Controls, Inc.
136 Industry Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275

412-787-2484 Fax: 412-787-0704
sales@prominent.us www.prominent.us
Pulsafeeder, Inc.
27101 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda, FL 33982

800-333-6677 941-575-3800 Fax: 941-575-4085
sposales@idexcorp.com www.pulsatron.com
Rice Hydro, Inc.

3500 Arrowhead Dr., Carson City, NV 89706
800-245-4777 Fax: 800-998-7423
lisa@ricehydro.com www.ricehydro.com
Smith & Loveless Inc.

14040 Santa Fe Trail Dr., Lenexa, KS 66215
800-898-9122 913-888-5201
answers@smithandloveless.com www.smithandloveless.com
Vertiflo Pump Company

See ad page 57
7807 Redsky Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45249

513-530-0888 Fax: 513-530-0893
sales@vertiflopump.com www.vertiflopump.com
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855-362-2326 254-965-2555
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10681 Haddington, Ste. 130, Houston, TX 77043
713-464-8890 x237 Fax: 713-464-5537
sales@cptdcusa.com www.cptdcusa.com

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575 Central Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15902
Giant, Hydra-Tech, Pace
888-442-7829 814-535-6766 Fax: 814-539-3617
inquiry@gapvax.com www.gapvax.com

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AMT, Barnes, Crane, Gardner Denver,
805 Port America Place, Suite 100, Grapevine, TX 76051
Gorman Rupp, Griswold, MPX, Roper,
800-410-0045 817-912-0010 Fax: 817-912-0435
Waukesha, Yamada
support@masterpumps.com www.masterpumps.com

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888-491-5762 904-493-4969 Fax: 904-284-3305
vns@vac-con.com www.vac-con.com

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Fruitland, Gardner Denver, Jurop, Masport,
51 Stone Rd., Lindenwold, NJ 08021
Moro, Myers, National Vacuum Equipment,
800-547-7790 856-627-7790 Fax: 856-627-3044
Presvac, Roots, Wittig
rknoll@vacuumsalesinc.com www.vacuumsalesinc.com

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800-333-9274 Fax: 888-928-9274
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SOLAR PROTECTION
Polyurethane material hose line from
Kuriyama features UV resistance
By Craig Mandli
aterial-handling hose needs durability to pump abrasive liquids, and toughness to withstand prolonged
use in harsh environments, including snow, ice and
rain. But hoses used outdoors for prolonged periods of time are
also subject to damage resulting from exposure to both heat
and UV light.
Thats why a new hose introduced by Kuriyama of America at the 2015 Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment
& Transport (WWETT) Show makes so much sense. Tigerflex
Solarguard Amphibian AMPH-SLR Series heavy-duty polyurethane-lined wet or dry material-handling hoses are specially
constructed to resist this type of damage.
We actually use a special compound that contains a double dose of UV stabilizers that reflect the damaging UV photons
away from the hose, says John Kohls, national sales manager
for Kuriyama of America. We first found success using this
material for hoses in the methane gas industry, then decided to
transfer it to the hydrovac and pumper truck market.
Solarguard hoses are made from a reflective yellow pigment that reduces heat absorption, as they can remain up to
10 degrees F cooler than darker-colored hoses, further protecting the hose and extending the service life. Tests commissioned
by Kuriyama showed a 3 percent reduction in hose material
strength after prolonged UV exposure, whereas the companys
standard PVC hoses showed over 40 percent strength loss over
the same period.
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John Kohls, right, national sales manager with Kuriyama of America, displays his companys series of Tigerflex
Amphibian polyurethane hoses with an attendee at the 2015 WWETT Show. The yellow hose in the middle is the
Tigerflex Solarguard Amphibian AMPH-SLR Series heavy-duty polyurethane-lined wet or dry material-handling
hose, which is designed to resist damaging UV photons. (Photo by Craig Mandli)
We first found success using this material for hoses in

the methane gas industry, then decided to transfer it
to the hydrovac and pumper truck market.
John Kohls
We knew from the testing that this was going to be a success, says Kohls.
The Solarguard hose does cost a little more than our traditional polyurethane
hose, but its going to last twice as long.
Solarguard Amphibian AMPH-SLR Series hoses are ideal for hydroexcavation, industrial vacuum equipment, material handling (including heavy-duty
abrasives), sewer truck boom hose, and slurry handling. It has a durable PVC
cover with polyurethane liner and PVC helix, and is rated for use in temperatures from minus 4 to 150 degrees F. A multi-strand grounding wire built into
6- and 8-inch hose helps prevent the buildup of static electricity for added
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safety and to help keep material flowing smoothly. Kuriyama began selling the
hose in December 2014 in a limited capacity before officially launching the
product to the wastewater industry at the WWETT Show.
The feedback weve received from those using Solarguard hose in the field
has been excellent, says Kohls. Our big goal having it at the WWETT Show
is to educate potential consumers on the strong value it provides, despite the
little bit higher cost.
Kohls says that the contacts and feedback he and the rest of the on-floor
Kuriyama staff received regarding the Solarguard hose has been overwhelmingly
positive. He pointed out that the company came into the show with high expectations, and it was apparent almost immediately those would be surpassed.
This product solves a big problem that a lot of contractors in the field
were dealing with and told us about in previous years, says Kohls. Attending
this show gives our staff a great opportunity to gather that feedback from different portions of the market and use it to make better products. Thats why were
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Product Focus
Pumps
By Craig Mandli
Chemical Pumps
1. Honda Power Equipment WMP20X
The portable WMP20X pump from Honda
Power Equipment pumps industrial and
agricultural chemicals in addition to clear water.
It has EPDM seals for chemical resistance, a
reinforced thermoplastic pump housing and
impeller, and full frame protection with vibrationdampening mounts. It can pump up to 220
gpm at a maximum pressure of 44 psi, and has
2-inch suction and discharge ports. 678/3392600; www.powerequipment.honda.com.
Diaphragm and
Centrifugal Pumps
2. ABEL Pumps Model HM
Model HM slow-running, oscillation
discharge piston-diaphragm pumps from ABEL
Pumps are available in double- and quadrupleacting models up to 800 cubic meters per
hour, and up to 25 bar. They have pre-molded
diaphragms for long-term, reliable duty, and a
simple diaphragm position control system. They
are ideal for transferring tailings, slurry and
concentrate, and can be used for mine dewatering,
filter press feed and autoclave feed. 412/741-3222;
www.abelpumps.com.
3. CURFLO ANSI Series

The CURFLO ANSI Series of pumps comply
with the standards established by the American
National Standards Institute for the ASME
B73.1 overhung impeller design. The series uses
SKF bearings and INPRO oil isolators. Multiple
sealing solutions are also available, including
various stuffing box designs. API flush plans are
available per the customers specifications. Skidand baseplate-mounted packages are available.
281/479-5000; www.curflo.com.
4. MTH Pumps C Series

C Series stainless steel centrifugal pumps
from MTH Pumps have a stainless steel semiopen impeller with a trimmed face to provide
varying performance curves. This enables a
specific pump size to have varying design flow
rates while preserving high head at low flow. The
casting allows slight adjustment of flow rather
than having to install a valve in the discharge
line. This adjustment can be used to restore loss
of performance due to wear without dismantling
the pump. It operates in the 10 to 20 gpm
range at 130 feet total dynamic head (TDH),
while delivering up to 100 gpm maximum flow
and 140 feet maximum TDH. 630/552-4115;
www.mthpumps.com.
5. Multiquip QP3Ti
The gasoline-powered, pipe-framed QP3Ti
3-inch centrifugal trash pump from Multiquip
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provides unattended operations, automatic no

prime shutdown, and easy manual-dial water flow
control. The compact pump provides auto on/off
float switch, a load-sensing engine, industrial pump
end, solid-state ECU Controller, and a mechanical
float switch assembly. The HONDA iGX240
electric-start engine provides the necessary ondemand power and connective voice to the pump
control panel to support manual and automatic
functioning of watering/dewatering operations.
The MQ ECU Controller has a solid-state design
and flexible operating panel to allow the operator
to easily navigate from dial-in manual flow control
to unattended pumping operations with automatic
shutdown/restart capability. Two industrial float
switches tie into the ECU controller and support
automatic fill/drain operations. 800/421-1244;
www.multiquip.com.
6. Myers Seth Pump DD-6

The DD-6 double diaphragm pump from
Myers Seth Pump has long runtimes and is
easy to maintain and operate. It can be used for
wellpointing, ponds, sludge, slurries, sewage and
handling solids up to 4 inches in diameter. It is
self-priming, with head pressure of 135 feet and a
flow rate of 475 gpm. It can run up to 12 days on
61 gallons of fuel. It can be repaired in the field
easily. 904/389-6114; www.myersseth.com.
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7. SPX FLOW NOVAPLEX Vector

The NOVAPLEX Vector process pump
from SPX FLOW offers a reduced footprint size,
reduced weight, increased efficiency and improved
reliability. This triple diaphragm process pump
reduces the required footprint for installation by
arranging the pump heads in three dimensions.
It simplifies assembly and reduces the number of
crankshaft bearings from six to two, increasing
reliability and making maintenance easy. The
unit only requires disassembly of the drive to
gain access to the gears. It is ideal for use with
hazardous fluids and offers weight and size
reduction for offshore use. The potential for
increased productivity can be further assured with
the use of the NOVALINK-CSM 2 continuous
pump-parameter monitoring system. 800/2525200; www.spx.com.
8. Vertiflo Pump Company 1400

The 1400 base-mounted horizontal-end
suction pump from Vertiflo Pump Company is
available in cast iron, 316 stainless steel fitted,
all 316 stainless steel, Alloy 20, and CD4MCu
construction. With several model sizes available,
customer requirements for pumping clear and
corrosive liquids can be satisfied with capacities
ranging up to 3,600 gpm, heads of 250 feet,
and temperatures of 250 degrees F. 513/5300888; www.vertiflopump.com.
Duplex Pumps
9. National Oilwell Varco Gaso
1847-A Duplex Pump
The Gaso 1847-A Duplex Pump from
National Oilwell Varco is a 33 hp, 6-inch stroke,
continuous-duty double-acting duplex pump.
Equipped with cast iron or cast steel fluid ends
and rated at pump speeds up to 100 rpm and
maximum discharge pressures up to 990 psi, it
is ideal for oil transfer pipeline, work-over and
slurry pipeline transportation applications. It also
contains an internal gear reduction unit. 918/4474600; www.nov.com.
High-Pressure Pumps
10. Cat Pumps Model 660
The Model 660 high-pressure water pump
from Cat Pumps is rated to 10 gpm at 3,000 psi.
Designed for long life, it has a forged brass manifold
for high strength, and is lightweight and fitted
with 304 stainless steel valve assemblies. Durable
V-Packings are lubricated and cooled by the liquid
being pumped. Preset low-pressure seals provide
secondary protection against external leaks and
require no packing adjustment. High-density,
polished, concentric plungers provide a true
wear surface that extends seal life. The discharge
manifold can be easily serviced without entering
the pump crankcase, reducing field service time.
Two sets of industrial-grade roller bearings support

the crankshaft for long mechanical life. 763/7805440; www.catpumps.com.
11. Gorman-Rupp PAH16A60-C-B-C18

The
PAH16A60-C-B-C18
heavy-duty,
priming-assisted pump from Gorman-Rupp can
be used for mining, quarries, bypass pumping
and other installations where high flow rates are
a necessity. It offers flows up to 15,000 gpm,
total dynamic heads up to 204 feet, and a solidshandling capability of up to 4 inches. The 18- by
16-inch pump is driven by a 755 hp, Interim Tier
4 Caterpillar C18 twin-turbocharged, charge aircooled diesel engine with an auto-start control
panel and float switch assembly. Its priming system
uses a venturi and compressor, eliminating leaks.
An oversized, oil-lubricated mechanical seal allows
the pump to run dry continuously without damage.
419/755-1011; www.grpumps.com.
12. Pentair - Fairbanks

Nijhuis 7600 Series
The 7600 Series turbine pump from Pentair
- Fairbanks Nijhuis is a multistage, horizontal,
radially split pump for high-pressure service. The
thrust is taken in each stage, eliminating the
need for a plate-type thrust bearing, and it has a
thrust-balanced hydraulic design for minimal axial
thrust. Investment cast bowls and impellers provide
optimum surface finish and dimensional integrity
for parts repeatability, resulting in high efficiencies
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and allowing for the use of smaller motors and

less power consumption. A simple mounting base
is included for easy field alignment. The pump is
easily repairable in the field, requiring only worn
or damaged components to be replaced, including
the anti-friction thrust bearing. 913/371-5000;
www.fairbanksnijhuis.com.
13. Ruhrpumpen RDP Series

RDP Series reciprocating plunger pumps
from Ruhrpumpen are used for high-pressure
duties across the oil and gas, petrochemical,
process, industrial and mining industries where
low leakage, high reliability and reduced running
noise are paramount. They meet API 674 third
edition and ISO13710. Available in triplex and
quintuplex formats, they can handle pressures up
to 14,500 psi at temperatures between minus 104
and 392 degrees F. Leakage is reduced by using
a high-quality seal arrangement with condition
monitoring. Its stiffness reduces running noise
and vibration, often eliminating the need for
acoustic enclosures. It delivers a service life of 20
years while easily accessible service points reduce
scheduled maintenance time. 918/627-8400;
www.ruhrpumpen.com.
14. Weir Oil & Gas SPM TWS 600S HD

The SPM TWS 600S HD pump from Weir
Oil & Gas is engineered to reduce downtime due
to maintenance while improving rod load and
high-pressure capabilities. The heavy-duty design
is built with quick and practical maintenance in
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mind, while supplying higher rod load at pressures

of 15,000 psi using a 3-inch plunger and 20,000
psi utilizing a 2 1/2-inch plunger. It is designed to
eliminate contamination from pumping media into
the power end, extending pump component life.
Retrofit kits are available for customers currently
operating TWS 600S pumps, helping them
make the transition to the TWS 600S HD pump.
817/935-7525; www.weiroilandgas.com.
Metering Pumps
15. Fluid Metering Valveless
Piston Metering Pump
Valveless Piston Metering Pumps from
Fluid Metering provide precision fluid control
for environmental monitoring, sampling and
treatment applications. The low-current DC motor
is ideal for extended 12/24-volt battery operation
in remote locations. The CeramPump uses one
moving part a rotating and reciprocating
ceramic piston to accomplish both pumping and
valving functions without valves. The piston and
mated liner are made of dimensionally stable,
sapphire-hard ceramics that ensure long-term,
drift-free accuracy of 1 percent or better for
millions of maintenance-free cycles. The inert
fluid path of ceramic and fluorocarbon is ideal
for injection of concentrated tracer dyes and
water treatment chemicals. Models are available
in all standard voltages as well as low-current DC
voltage. 800/223-3388; www.fmipump.com.
16. Hammelmann Corp. HDP-20V

The stroke length on the HDP-20V metering
pump from Hammelmann Corp. can be altered
by turning the variator shaft when the pump
is not running or during operation. Once the
adjustment has been made, the variator shaft
is held in position. The system then runs with
the newly adjusted stroke length providing the
required flow rate to zero gpm. The stroke alters
in relation to the middle position with precise
adjustment. It offers a compact design with small
footprint, and a stainless steel pump head free of
alternating stress. Bellows form a hermetic seal
between the suction chamber and crank section.
Several application-specific seal assemblies are
available, with solid ceramic or tungsten carbide
plungers, and a choice of bronze or stainless steel
suction chambers. A crank section calculation by
the finite element method ensures long working
life under continuous load. 800/783-4935;
www.hammelmann.com.
17. Neptune Chemical

Pump Company 5005-S
The 5005-S hydraulic diaphragm metering
pump from Neptune Chemical Pump Company
can deliver repeatable flows down to quarts per
day, making it ideal in oil and gas production,
recovery, and in refineries. Typical applications
include the injection of antifoam agents, corrosion
inhibitors and other additives injected at very low
volumes but high pressures. The pumps have
EZE-CLEAN valves, which enable the valve
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cartridges to be removed for cleaning without

disturbing the piping. Electronic stroke-length
control is available, along with explosion-proof
models that can be used in a variety of hazardous
environments. It has discharge pressures of 3,000
psi. 215/699-8700; www.neptune1.com.
18. ProMinent Fluid

Controls Orlita Evolution
The Orlita Evolution from ProMinent
Fluid Controls meets high safety requirements
as a robust hydraulic diaphragm metering
pump. It has a PTFE multilayer diaphragm with
integral diaphragm rupture warning system
and diaphragm position control. Its modular
construction offers good flexibility in terms of
applications. Models are available with stroke
lengths of 15 to 40 mm, covering a capacity
range of 0.79 to 1,955 gph at pressures of 145 to
5,801 psi. A range of drive versions are available,
including some with ATEX certification for use
in Zone 1 or Zone 2 areas at risk from explosion.
The product range is designed to comply with API
675. 412/787-2484; www.prominent.us.
19. Pulsafeeder Pulsatron Series HV

The Pulsatron Series HV from Pulsafeeder
is designed for high-viscosity applications for
precise and accurate metering control. It offers
manual control over stroke length and stroke
rate, with the option to choose between 4-20mA
and external pace inputs for automatic control.
Models are available with pressure capabilities
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to 150 psi at 12 gpd, and flow capacities to 240

gpd at 80 psi, with a turndown ratio of 100-to1. It comes with a reliable timing circuit, circuit
protection against voltage and current upsets,
panel-mounted fuse, solenoid protection by
thermal overload with auto-reset, water resistance
for outdoor and indoor applications, and guided
ball check valve systems to reduce back flow and
enhance priming characteristics. 800/333-6677;
www.pulsatron.com.
Slurry and Mud Pumps

20. Hydra-Tech Pumps S6150
The S6150 6-inch hydraulic submersible
solids-handling pump from Hydra-Tech Pumps
has a high-performance closed-vane channel
impeller that offers efficiency resulting in high
volume and high head capabilities. It can be used
on jobs where higher heads or long discharge runs
are encountered, such as quarry dewatering, runoff
water control, lift stations or ship off-loading.
Depending on the application, it can be bolted
directly into a pipeline and used as a booster pump
or a dewatering pump. Combined with HT100
to HT200 power units, it is capable of flows up
to 2,400 gpm and heads to 250 feet. The safe
and variable-speed hydraulic drive can be used
where electric power is hazardous or impractical.
570/645-3779; www.hydra-tech.com.
21. White Star Pump Company Quatro

Quatro mud pumps from White Star Pump
Company range from 1,200 to 3,000 hp. They
have a high flow rate and standard pressure
rating, with a long life cycle. They are available
with a trouble-free and efficient worm drive
option. They have a standard 7,500 psi rating,
with easy fluid module replacement in the field.
Their 82-inch width allows them to fit on a
standard-width trailer. They have interchangeable
parts and a smooth discharge. 832/729-1793;
www.whitestarpump.com.
Test Pumps
22. RICE Hydro HP-Series
HP-Series pneumatic-driven hydrostatic test
pumps from RICE Hydro are available in a range
of pressures from 300 to 30,000 psi. The compact
and versatile test pumps are ideal for testing in
small confined spaces or remote locations such
as on board ships and oil rigs, and all types of
valves, fittings and other pressure vessels. They
have the ability to start and stop on their own
and can be left unattended. They require only 100
psi of standard shop air for maximum operation.
800/245-4777; www.ricehydro.com.
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23. Blackmer S Series Screw Pump
S Series Screw Pumps from Blackmer are
available with or without external timing gears
and bearings. The self-priming double-ended
positive displacement pumps provide complete
axial balancing of the rotating screws, and their
timing technologies eliminate metal-to-metal
contact with the pump. They are ATEX certified
for use in explosive or dangerous environments
and have been specifically designed to address
the difficult pumping challenges found in the oil
and gas, process, and marine industries. 616/2411611; www.blackmer.com.
24. Dragon Products mobile

water transfer pump
Mobile water transfer pumps from Dragon
Products have Redi-Prime vacuum-assisted
priming, with a run-dry mechanical seal, powered
by a John Deere 6090 Tier 3 325 hp engine with
160-gallon-capacity integral fuel tanks. They
have a maximum flow of 4,900 gpm with a 368foot total dynamic head. The units have DOT
lights and tandem torsion-ride axles, stabilizer
jacks and electric brakes. 866/914-8198;
www.dragonproductsltd.com.
25. Goulds Water Technology a xylem brand WS B Series

Commercial-grade WS B Series submersible
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sewage pumps from Goulds Water Technology a xylem brand are designed for sewage systems,
dewatering/effluent and water transfer applications.
They come with a dynamically balanced non-clog
impeller and pumpout vanes for mechanical seal
protection to ensure maximum energy efficiency.
The highly efficient units have a pumping capacity
up to 185 gpm. The corrosion-resistant 300 Series
stainless steel fasteners are designed to allow for
continuous operation when fully submerged and
are capable of running dry without damage to
pump components. A locknut prevents component
damage from accidental reverse rotation. Its semiopen iron casing impeller ensures easy installation
and maximum performance. 866/325-4210;
www.goulds.com.
26. Graham Equipment &

Manufacturing Hydra-Cell Sealless
Hydra-Cell Sealless pumps, distributed by
Graham Equipment & Manufacturing, fit into
the fluid-handling niche of oil and gas operations
involving the transfer, injection and disposal of
produced water. The volume and pressure ranges
required by producers can be met through the
customization of various pump packages and
Hydra-Cell models. They can be belt-driven or
direct-coupled using electric motors or gas engines.
877/566-7867; www.expertpumps.com.
27. Maag Industrial Pumps G Series

Stainless steel G Series internal gear pumps
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from Maag Industrial Pumps are ideal for

challenging corrosive applications requiring a
durable pump that can move liquids ranging from
thin to highly viscous. They are available with 1
1/2- to 3-inch port connections, and are rated from
10 to 110 gpm. They are interchangeable with up
to 95 percent of internal gear pumps available on
the market, meaning no changes are needed to
piping, driver, coupling, flow rates or baseplates.
They provide a positive, non-pulsating flow with
only two moving parts for easy maintenance.
The enlarged bearing housing at the rear end of
the pump allows convenient drive-end access
to the shaft seal and single-point end-clearance
adjustment. The pump casing revolves for easy
multiple inlet and outlet positioning. 909/4221731; www.psgdover.com/maag.
28. SEI Industries transfer pump

Transfer pumps from SEI Industries can be
used to transfer diesel or jet fuel. The 165-pound,
100 gpm model is ideal for the simple transfer of
fuel between two points, or use the 215-pound,
150 gpm model for high-pressure applications or
pumping over long distances. Each is housed on
a skid for easy shipping and deployment. They
are powered by diesel engines with an optional
electric start and include a self-priming centrifugal
2-inch pump, camlock fittings and a roll cage
around the pump and engine. 604/946-3131;
www.sei-ind.com.
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29. Wilden Stallion Original

Metal AODD Pump
Stallion Original Metal AODD Pumps from
Wilden Pump & Engineering are powered by the
energy-efficient Pro-Flo SHIFT Air Distribution
System. A shock-absorbing polyurethane screen
base absorbs the impact from constant assault
by solid particles, resulting in maximized
durability. A large internal clearance and flowthrough design keeps the pump from clogging.
An integrated suction strainer and an altered ball/
seat check valve assembly maximize part life.
The Pro-Flo SHIFT incorporates an Air Control
Spool that automatically restricts the amount of
air going into the pump during the latter part of
each stroke. They are available in three sizes, in
either aluminum or ductile iron; are submersible,
self-priming and shear-sensitive; offer increased
on/off reliability; can run dry; have antifreezing
properties; and can handle pressures up to
125 psi. Depending on the model, flow rates
range from 81 to 202 gpm. 909/422-1730;
www.wildenpump.com.
Triplex Pumps
30. NLB Corporation 225 Series
The 225 Series of water jet units from NLB
Corporation improves productivity for drill pipe
cleaning and similar applications, maximizing
contractor flexibility and reliability. These diesel-
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powered triplex plunger pump units are easily

convertible to any of seven operating pressures
(up to 40,000 psi) and flows from 6 to 82 gpm.
They offer a choice of heavy-duty diesel engines
from 200 to 350 hp. Units are available with an
UltraGreen package with environmentally friendly
Tier 4F engines that comply with the latest EPA
emissions regulations and can reduce operating
costs. 800/227-7652; www.nlbcorp.com.
Vacuum Pumps
31. Boerger BLUEline
The Boerger BLUEline rotary lobe pump is
a self-priming, valveless, positive displacement
pump capable of running dry for a short time
and delivering up to 7,500 gpm. It can be used
for loading or unloading by reversing the flow
direction. The screw rotor provides pulsation-free
operation for the conveyance of highly viscous
and abrasive materials. Applications include
crude oil, produced water, polymer flood, drilling
mud, cuttings, knockout condensate, fuel oil,
refined products and waste oil. Constructed using
a maintenance-in-place design, all wetted parts
can be replaced easily through the quick-release
front cover. 844/263-7437; www.boerger.com.
32. Fruitland Manufacturing RCF 870

The RCF 870 vacuum pump from Fruitland
Manufacturing is fully automatic with no
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adjustment necessary and environmentally friendly

when used with Fruitland biodegradable oil. It
offers free airflow of 500 cfm, a maximum vacuum
of 28 1/2 inches Hg, 4-inch hoses, an operating
speed of 1,400 rpm, eight Kevlar vanes, and an
approximate net weight of 575 pounds. 800/6639003; www.fruitlandmanufacturing.com.
33. Jurop/Chandler
Equipment pump package
Pump packages from Jurop/Chandler
Equipment incorporate efficient Jurop vacuum
pumps and blowers. They are designed for
maximum use of available space and ease of
installation. Available in both hydraulic and
gearbox configurations, the Razor-Pak, JuroPak, Muffler-Pak and Right-Angle Drive Paks are
engineered and constructed to withstand tough
conditions. Diesel- or gasoline-engine-driven
Jurop pump packages are designed with the same
construction and engineering standards. Pump
packages containing either dual fan, liquid or
ballast port cooling technology are designed to
provide multiple choices and configurations to
meet all requirements and applications. 800/3420887; www.chandlerequipment.com.
34. Masport HXL400WV

The
HXL400WV
vacuum
pump
from Masport is a 400 cfm pump capable of
up to 25 inches Hg and 20 psi for continuous
duty. It is water stabilized so it can achieve those
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performance levels, make pump startup easier in

cold weather, and extend the life of the vacuum
pump. It is compatible with tank sizes up to
5,000 gallons and can be PTO-, belt- or hydraulicdriven. 800/228-4510; www.masportpump.com.
35. Moro USA AC5

The continuous-duty AC5 fan-cooled vacuum
pump from Moro USA is capable of a vacuum
of 22 inches Hg with a free flow rate of 460 cfm
capable of pumping nonvolatile liquids and sludge
from long distances. It has an integrated check
valve, changeover valve, automatic oiling system,
industrial-duty bearings, Viton seals and high-flowrate, asbestos-free, spark-proof vanes. It doesnt
require a liquid cooling system, as dual cooling

fans keep it operating efficiently even in rigorous
conditions. It includes 4-inch flange connections
and is available in preassembled pump packages
with stand, secondary, oil catch, and drive and
gearbox, and can be hydraulic-, pulley- or enginedriven. 800/383-6304; www.morousa.com.
36. Wallenstein Vacuum Pumps Elmira Machine Industries

750 Series
A larger off-load valve boosts performance
on 750 Series pumps from Wallenstein Vacuum
Pumps - Elmira Machine Industries. They have
422 cfm airflow at 1,200 rpm and vacuum up to
28 inches Hg. Cooling options include air cooling

(fan), liquid cooling (jacketed housing) or dual
cooling, where air injection is combined with liquid
cooling. Lubrication options include a shaft-driven
oil pump or an automatic air pressure system that
forces lubricates with no moving parts. They have
extra thick and wide vanes for longer service life
and lower maintenance cost. A standard flush
port allows routine internal cleaning. A quickaccess end plate allows easy internal inspection
with no bearings to pull. 800/801-6663;
www.wallenstein.com. GOMC
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GOMC
Case
Case
Studies
Studies
Pumps
Pumps
By Craig
By Craig
Mandli
Mandli
SAND
SAND
AND
AND
GRIT
GRIT
WONT
WONT
STOP
STOP
SLURRY
SLURRY
PUMPS
PUMPS
AT AT
RARE-MINERAL
RARE-MINERAL
PROCESSOR
PROCESSOR
Problem
Problem
A rare-mineral
A rare-mineral
exploration,
exploration,
development
development
and production
and production
company
company
in south
in south
TexasTexas
extracts
extracts
raw minerals
raw minerals
from from
a sandstone
a sandstone
formation.
formation.
On-site
On-site
groundwater
groundwater
fortified
fortified
with with
gaseous
gaseous
oxygen
oxygen
is pumped
is pumped
into injection
into injection
wellswells
drilled
drilled
deepdeep
into into
sandstone.
sandstone.
The solution
The solution
dissolves
dissolves
minerals
minerals
from from
the host
the host
rock;rock;
it is itrecovered
is recovered
and brought
and brought
back back
to to
the surface
the surface
via production
via production
wells.wells.
The water
The water
in thein sumps
the sumps
loaded
loaded
with with
sand,sand,
mud mud
and other
and other
grit
gritmust
must
be be
pumped
pumped
to thetowastewater
the wastewater
system
system
to filter
to filter
any solids
any solids
before
before
pumping
pumping
to a deep
to a deep
disposal
disposal
well for
wellreclamation.
for reclamation.
The The
facilitys
facilitys
smallsmall
submersible
submersible
pumps
pumps
were were
insufficiently
insufficiently
powered
powered
and had
and rubber
had rubber
wear wear
platesplates
and other
and other
components
components
that failed
that failed
underunder
heavyheavy
use along
use along
with with
the barrage
the barrage
of theofabrasive
the abrasive
solids.
solids.
Solution
Solution
In 2010,
In 2010,
TexasTexas
Process
Process
Equipment
Equipment
replaced
replaced
the pumps
the pumps
with with
KZN37
KZN37
Heavy-Duty
Heavy-Duty
Submersible
Submersible
Slurry
Slurry
Pumps
Pumps
from from
BJM BJM
Pumps.
Pumps.
TheseThese
5 hp 5pumps
hp pumps
have have
built-in
built-in
agitators
agitators
that fluidize
that fluidize
solidssolids
into slurry
into slurry
for complete
for complete
pumping.
pumping.
TheyThey
also have
also have
hardened
hardened
components,
components,
including
including
high-chrome
high-chrome
iron agitators,
iron agitators,
wear wear
platesplates
and impellers
and impellers
to resist
to resist
abrasive
abrasive
materials.
materials.
Result
Result
The pumps
The pumps
have have
run flawlessly
run flawlessly
sincesince
their their
installation,
installation,
keeping
keeping
up with
up with
the demand
the demand
even even
during
during
heavyheavy
rainstorms
rainstorms
and easily
and easily
resisting
resisting
grit. By
grit.early
By early
20122012
the the
company
company
was using
was using
four KZN37s
four KZN37s
at theatfacility
the facility
and was
and so
was
impressed
so impressed
with with
the pumps
the pumps
performance
performance
that itthat
hadit specified
had specified
the KZN
the KZN
SeriesSeries
as theasstandard
the standard
pumppump
for the
forsumps
the sumps
in itsinoperations.
its operations.
860/399-5937;
860/399-5937;
www.bjmpumps.com.
www.bjmpumps.com.
HEAVY-DUTY
HEAVY-DUTY
PUMP
PUMP
WITHSTANDS
WITHSTANDS
SALTWATER
SALTWATER
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE
Problem
Problem
Oil riggers
Oil riggers
in theinBakken
the Bakken
rock rock
formations
formations
in North
in North
Dakota
Dakota
needed
needed
a cost-effective
a cost-effective
pumppump
with with
material
material
construction
construction
that could
that could
handle
handle
saltwater
saltwater
exposures
exposures
without
without
corroding
corroding
and be
andable
be to
able
transfer
to transfer
the freshwater
the freshwater
and salt
andwater
salt water
into suction
into suction
lines lines
for disposal
for disposal
by positive
by positive
displacement
displacement
pumps.
pumps.
In the
In past,
the past,
plunger
plunger
and end
and suction
end suction
centrifugal
centrifugal
pumps
pumps
were were
usedused
to transfer
to transfer
the salt
the water
salt water
from from
the holding
the holding
tankstanks
to theto pressure
the pressure
tanks.
tanks.
The expensive
The expensive
repairs,
repairs,
replacements
replacements
costscosts
and and
inefficiency
inefficiency
of theofpumps
the pumps
encouraged
encouraged
oil companies
oil companies
to look
to look
for anforalternative
an alternative
method.
method.
Solution
Solution
Crane
Crane
Pumps
Pumps
& Systems,
& Systems,
in partnership
in partnership
with with
distributor
distributor
PumpPump
Systems,
Systems,
introduced
introduced
several
several
local local
oil companies
oil companies
to theto the
Burks
Burks
Regenerative
Regenerative
Turbines.
Turbines.
The pump
The pump
is designed
is designed
with with
a casta iron
cast casing,
iron casing,
suction
suction
strainer
strainer
with with
stainless
stainless
steel steel
screen,
screen,
and aand
copper
a copper
alloy alloy
impeller
impeller
with with
monel
monel
blades.
blades.
The cost
The of
cost
construction
of construction
materials
materials
and capability
and capability
to pump
to pump
low volume
low volume
and and
high high
pressure
pressure
makes
makes
the pump
the pump
a fit for
a fitthe
forapplication.
the application.
Result
Result
The pumps
The pumps
provide
provide
efficient,
efficient,
economical,
economical,
low-pressure
low-pressure
pumping
pumping
that withstands
that withstands
saltwater
saltwater
exposure.
exposure.
937/778-8947;
937/778-8947;
www.cranepumps.com.
www.cranepumps.com.
GRINDER
GRINDER
ELIMINATES
ELIMINATES
MIDSTREAM
MIDSTREAM
FLOW
FLOW
CHALLENGES
CHALLENGES
Problem
Problem
Suncor
Suncor
Energy
Energy
of Alberta,
of Alberta,
Canada,
Canada,
had been
had been
experiencing
experiencing
pipeline
pipeline
clogsclogs
and blockages
and blockages
within
within
its oilsand
its oilsand
processing
processing
application.
application.
Because
Because
oilsand
oilsand
doesnt
doesnt
flow flow
like conventional
like conventional
crudecrude
oil, itoil,
must
it must
be mined
be mined
or heated
or heated
underground
underground
before
before
it canit be
canprocessed
be processed
and the
and the
oil extracted.
oil extracted.
The oil
Theextraction
oil extraction
process
process
involves
involves
several
several
phases
phases
in which
in which
the oilsand
the oilsand
is heated
is heated
and mixed
and mixed
with with
water,water,
causing
causing
the oil
the oil
and other
and other
partsparts
of theofmixture
the mixture
to separate
to separate
and break
and break
down.
down.
During
During
each each
extraction
extraction
phase,
phase,
moremore
raw materials
raw materials
like
wood,
like wood,
rootsroots
and and
otherother
organic
organic
matter
matter
become
become
separated
separated
from from
the oil.
theThat
oil. That
biomass
biomass
would
would
then then
causecause
the pumps
the pumps
at theatextraction
the extraction
facilities
facilities
to clog
to clog
and create
and create
problems
problems
and unplanned
and unplanned
downtime
downtime
throughout
throughout
the production
the production
line. line.
Solution
Solution
Understanding
Understanding
the gravity
the gravity
of this
of continuing
this continuing
problem,
problem,
a millwright
a millwright
at Suncor
at Suncor
contacted
contacted
JWCJWC
Environmental
Environmental
aboutabout
a solution
a solution
that would
that would
eliminate
eliminate
the constant
the constant
clogging.
clogging.
A JWC
A JWC
sales sales
rep recommended
rep recommended
the 4-Hydro-I
the 4-Hydro-I
grinder.
grinder.
The unit
The has
unitan
hasextra-large
an extra-large
cutting
cutting
chamber
chamber
designed
designed
specifically
specifically
for processing
for processing
tough,
tough,
high-volume
high-volume
solidssolids
in large-scale
in large-scale
shredding
shredding
applications.
applications.
Result
Result
SinceSince
the installation,
the installation,
the millwright
the millwright
has reported
has reported
zero clogs
zero clogs
or system
or system
downtime.
downtime.
800/331-2277;
800/331-2277;
www.jwce.com.
www.jwce.com.
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Money Machines
A torque-and-test unit sits on a job site in Texas ready for water pressure tests. The pumps are
manufactured by Reliable Pumps Consultants. (Photo courtesy of Frontier Services Inc.)
SEARCHING FOR LEAKS

Pumps provide longevity and reliability to torque-and-test units for
Texas-based contractor running high-pressure water tests
By Ken Wysocky
hecking blowout preventers for leaks is a critical step before oil

companies begin drilling operations. As such, the last thing
contractors such as Frontier Services need is testing equipment thats
prone to breakdowns which is why the company relies on pumps made by
Reliable Pumps Consultants to build its own torque-and-test units.
We own about 30 torque-and-test units, and they all use pumps made
by Reliable, says Justin McGehee, a co-owner and operations manager of
Frontier, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. He and his partners bought
the company in 1995; it provides wellhead services throughout Texas and
parts of Colorado. When
we buy pumps, were
looking for longevity and
When we buy pumps, were looking
reliability. Some of our
for longevity and reliability. Some of
pumps were purchased
our pumps were purchased back in
back in the 1980s and are
still going strong.
the 1980s and are still going strong.
Theyre extremely
Justin McGehee
reliable, he adds. I guess
thats why theyre named
Reliable Pumps.
The pumps generate maximum pressure of 20,000 psi and can pump
up to 13 gpm. Transported on flatbed trailers made by PJ Trailers and pulled
by Dodge and Ford four-wheel-drive pickup trucks, the testing units include
two 300-gallon water tanks and a 110 hp diesel engine made by either Deere
& Co. or Perkins Engines.
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Frontier Services Inc., San Antonio, Texas

MACHINE:
Torque-and-test unit pumps made by

Reliable Pumps Consultants Inc.
FUNCTIONS: Performing high-pressure water tests to detect leaks in

blowout preventers and frac stacks
FEATURES:
A pump that generates pressure up to 20,000 psi and 13 gpm;

two 300-gallon water tanks; a trailer made by PJ Trailers;
a 110 hp diesel engine made by Deere & Co. and
Perkins Engines Co.
COST:
About $100,000, including tools and accessories
WEBSITE:
frontierservicesinc.com
To test blowout preventers, Frontier crews also rely on torque wrenches

made by Torq/Lite and Barton chart recorders made by Recorders Charts
& Pens. The chart recorders are used to formally document the pressure at
which each section of the preventer was tested and how long the pressure
was held; that information is provided to customers and regulatory agencies,
McGehee says. The drilling companies want to know that everything held
before they start going down 20,000 feet to drill for oil, McGehee says.
Located right below a drilling rig, a blowout preventer seals a well shut
if drillers unexpectedly hit a high-pressure zone deep underground, which
would send dangerously large volumes of oil rushing to the surface. As such,
the blowout preventers are essential to safe drilling operations. The most
famous blowout-preventer failure occurred on the Deepwater Horizon drilling
For Environmental &

rig in the Gulf of Mexico in April 2010; the accident killed 11 employees and
released roughly 5 million gallons of crude oil into the Gulf.
To ensure blowout preventers are working properly, Frontier crews
torque up the large assembly of valves by tightening all bolts with hightorque wrenches that apply pressure of up to 10,000 psi. Then they set a large
iron test plug in the bottom of the wellhead and pump water into the well
and the body of the preventer under high pressure anywhere from 3,000
to 8,000 psi. Rams at the top of the wellhead are closed to seal off the top of
the well, creating a contained, pressurized area, McGehee says.
We hold the pressure for five or 10 minutes, depending on what the
customer wants, McGehee explains. We check all the valves in stages,
making sure that nothing leaks. We record our (pressure) ratings on a chart
recorder whenever we pressure up.
The testing is extremely critical, he adds. You never want a blowout
on location. Just look at the BP (British Petroleum) blowout (in the Gulf of
Mexico) and all the money that cost the company. Not only that, people can
get seriously hurt or even killed.
Because the pressure testing is so important to drilling safety, this is one
oilfield operation thats not a race against the clock. Speed is not important,
McGehee says. Its definitely not a race. You definitely want to find
every leak.
The testing is extremely critical. You never want a

blowout on location. Just look at the BP (British Petroleum)
blowout (in the Gulf of Mexico) and all the money
that cost the company.
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A typical pressure test can take anywhere from six to 16 hours; McGehee
recalls one that lasted three days because crews kept finding leaks.
The units two water tanks generally dont need to be refilled during
most jobs because each test uses only 15 or 20 gallons of water. Were
not pumping a whole lot of volume, he notes. The orifice in the blowout
preventer is very small.
One factor that contributes to the pumps longevity: They operate only
in short bursts, usually about 10 minutes at a time. McGehee estimates that
if a test takes 24 hours, the pump might run for a total of about two hours.
We test frac stacks, too, which are an assembly of valves used to cap off
a well after a drilling rig is moved off, McGehee explains. Its just like doing
a static-pressure test on a new house to make sure none of the plumbing is
leaking. On some frac stacks, we might put 10,000 to 12,000 psi of pressure
on them to test them.
The pumps last a long time because there arent many moving parts. In
fact, the engine that drives each pump is the one component most prone to
failure, McGehee says. Or the Teflon packing in the pumps sometimes fails,
he says. Either way, he says the Reliable pumps are easy to repair. We can
tear them down and rebuild them in no time, he says. Thats important
because if something happens on location, we want to minimize downtime.
With a price tag of about $100,000, which includes a full complement
of tools and accessories such as test plugs and torque wrenches, the pumps
dont come cheap. But are they a good investment? Heck, yeah, McGehee
says. Theres no reason in the world it cant pay for itself within six months,
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Product News
Product Spotlight
APS electromagnetic telemetry system
provides 2-way communication
By Ed Wodalski
The SureShot electromagnetic (EM) measurement-while-drilling

(MWD) system from APS Technology transmits from a total vertical
depth of 10,104 feet in oil-based mud. The system operates at up to 12
bits per second and 12 Hz. Maximum transmit power is 50 watts.
One of the main advantages of EM is the time savings over mud
pulse when taking surveys, says Andy Roberts, EM project manager, APS
Technology. EM saves four to five minutes per survey over mud pulse.
The game-changer is the high ROPs (rate of penetration) that are being
achieved in todays wells. At 20 surveys a day, EM can save 1 1/2 hours
or more a day.
Available in 4 3/4-, 6 1/2-, 6 3/4- and 8-inch sizes, the system
communicates by transmitting electromagnetic waves through the
formation instead of pressure pulses through fluid columns.
For mud pulse telemetry, mud flow has to resume, be on long
enough to detect flow, then take time while the survey is transmitted,
he says. After the survey is received, the rig may have to wait a couple
minutes while the directional driller evaluates the survey and decides
the course of action. With EM, there is no need to wait until flow is
established.
Downhole components consist of an EM transmitter, a gap sub and
a power source. The gap sub electrically isolates the drill string above
the gap sub from that below. An electromagnetic field is created when
a positive electrical charge is applied above the gap. A key feature of the
system is two-way communication.
1.
The
operator
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SureShot EM works with the entire family of APS directional and
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The largest application is for directional drilling, providing
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rate of EM lends it to LWD work. Interest has also been expressed for use
in coal mining. 860/613-4450; www.aps-tech.com.
KOMATSU PARALLEL LINK UNDERCARRIAGE

The parallel link undercarriage system from Komatsu America Corp. is an
option on the D155AX-8 dozer. Available with three shoe widths (24, 26 and 28
inches), the system is designed to provide up to twice the life of a conventional
undercarriage and eliminates the downtime of pin and bushing turns. 847/4375800; www.komatsuamerica.com.
2. WATER CANNON JETTER TRAILER
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The 16T52 two-wheel commercial jetter trailer from Water Cannon has
500-foot by 3/8-inch hose reel capacity, a 200-gallon water tank with float valve,
polyurethane toolbox, lights, front jack with wheel, safety chains, and aluminum
fenders. The commercial high-pressure jetter has a Vanguard 18 hp electric-start
engine with 15-gallon fuel tank, TS Series General triplex plunger pump (5 1/2 gpm,
3,500 psi), 8-foot jumper hoses, and three jetter nozzles (penetrator, flusher and
degreaser/deicer). 800/333-9274; www.watercannon.com.
3. HAMMERHEAD TRENCHLESS EQUIPMENT SIDEWALKER PIERCING TOOL

The Sidewalker from HammerHead Trenchless Equipment is a piercing tool
designed for installing short utility runs beneath landscaping, driveways and
sidewalks. Upgrades to the 2 1/2-inch and 3-inch models have increased efficiencies
in design and pneumatics, including the quarter-turn Power Port Reverse feature,
which boosts impact power by up to 25 percent. The 3-inch Sidewalker now has
a uniform profile along its entire length, increasing striker size. 800/331-6653;
www.hammerheadtrenchless.com.
4. EXACT PIPE TOOLS SIX-SPEED SAW

The PipeCut 170E pipe-cutting saw with six-speed control and constant torque
from Exact Pipe Tools cuts 0.6- through 6.7-inch-diameter pipe from 0.31 (steel)
to 0.55 inches thick (plastic). The interchangeable Diamond X Cermet (for cutting
stainless steel) and TCT blades are fully concealed and create no sparks or dust for
safety. A battery-powered version of the 5.7-pound saw is available. 844/392-2800;
www.exacttools.com.
5.
INGERSOLL RAND PUMP CONTROLLER

The ARO pump controller from Ingersoll Rand can be integrated with many
existing ARO EXP pumps when an electronic interface package is added for a
fully automated, multi-pump system for batching and container tank filling. The
multi-pump controller can be programmed with remote triggers customized to the
application in which its being used. The controller can perform auto-shutdowns
when necessary, sending data and service alerts to the operator. It can also operate
two pumps simultaneously, detect leaks, sense and respond to liquid levels, control
portions, and control flow rates. 704/655-4000; www.ingersollrand.com.
6. RING-O-MATIC PULL-BEHIND JET/VAC COMBO

The 550 dual pump combination sewer line jetter and vacuum excavator from
Ring-O-Matic fits into spaces too confined for truck-mounted combination rigs, yet
can clean sewer lines up to 20 inches in diameter. Powered by an 81 hp Cat turbodiesel engine, the jet/vac has a 1,000 cfm blower and can deliver 27 gpm at 2,700 psi
up to 400 feet with its 3/4-inch hose. The trailers axles are rated to 16,000 pounds,
enabling the 550-gallon spoils tank and 500-gallon freshwater tank to be pulled
behind a 3/4- or 1-ton truck. 800/544-2518; www.ring-o-matic.com.
7.
BLACKMER OIL-FREE RECIPROCATING GAS COMPRESSORS

Triple-seal HD943 and HDL943 oil-free reciprocating gas compressors from
Blackmer, part of PSG, a Dover company, feature a double-distance piece design
with three individual sets of packing to maintain product purity and prevent oil
migration. The compressors feature high-efficiency ductile-iron valves with PEEK
valve plates, ductile-iron head and cylinders, three sets of self-adjusting filled PTFE
packing sets on each piston rod for maximum leakage control, self-lubricating
PTFE piston rings, precision-ground crankshaft, and pressure-lubricated crankcase.
616/241-1611; www.blackmer.com.
8. ADVANCED PRESSURE SYSTEMS FLUID END PUMP PARTS

Fluid end precision-machined pump parts from Advanced Pressure Systems are
designed for industrial cleaning contractors, resellers, and petrochemical companies
and refineries that have on-site waterjetting capabilities. Type 4200 and 3600 fluid
ends are engineered for 150 to 325 hp and flows from 62.9 gpm at 5,000 psi to 25.2
gpm at 20,000 psi. 877/290-4277; www.waterblast.pro.
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9.
CRESCENT QUICK-CONVERT NUT DRIVER SET

The quick-convert nut driver set from Crescent Tools, part of the Apex Tool
Group, provides the speed of a straight-handle driver with the torque of a T-handle
driver in one tool. The set includes seven color-coded drivers for easy identification.
The universal socket design fits six fastener types (hex, square, 12-point, E-Torx,
partially rounded hex, and spline) in both SAE and metric sizes. 919/362-1670;
www.crescenttool.com.
10. WILDEN AODD BOLTED METAL PUMPS
10
The Brahma Advanced metal air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pump

from Wilden Pump & Engineering, part of PSG, a Dover company, is designed for
large solids passage and high performance in difficult applications. Incorporating
flap valves and a unique top inlet and bottom discharge orientation, the pump
is able to pass up to 3-inch solids. The pumps are submersible, self-priming
and shear sensitive. They can run dry, handle pressures up to 125 psi and have
maximum flow rates of 169 gpm (PS810) and 233 gpm (PS1510). 909/422-1730;
www.wildenpump.com.
11. MCLAUGHLIN TRUCK-MOUNTED VACUUM EXCAVATOR

The MEGA VX200 truck-mounted vacuum excavator from McLaughlin
features a spoils tank capacity from 1,200 to 3,000 gallons and the option of
800 gallons of water. The excavator has a 6-inch hose diameter with a 3,200 cfm
blower at 18 inches Hg. The tank, power pack and water system have a modular
design, enabling the contractor to mount the unit on a new or repurposed
chassis. Powered by a 200 hp John Deere Tier 3 engine, the unit has a threestage cyclonic filtration system that allows for wet and dry vacuum excavation.
A cam-over hydraulic door provides a 360-degree positive seal. 800/435-9661;
www.mclaughlinunderground.com.
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12. DOOSAN PORTABLE POWER AIR COMPRESSOR
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The utility mount P186 air compressor from Doosan Portable Power delivers
185 cfm free air and has a rated operating pressure of 100 psi. Features include fullsized locking doors for easier fluid and filter inspection. A lower positioned service
air port and eye-level access to all controls and monitoring gauges ensure operator
safety and convenience. The compressor is powered by a Tier 4 Final-compliant
49 hp Doosan D24 engine with a diesel oxidation catalyst aftertreatment system.
800/633-5206; www.doosanportablepower.com.
13. WANNER ENGINEERING SEAL-LESS PUMP

The T80100 Hydra-Cell seal-less pump from Wanner Engineering delivers
flow rates up to 96 gpm (3,300 barrels per day) at pressures up to 1,500 psi.
The packing-free pumps are designed to replace horizontal multistage centrifugal
pumps and packed plunger pumps in oil and gas applications. The sealless, multiple-diaphragm design eliminates VOC emissions and the need for
external lubrication and maintenance, as well as plunger wear. The pumps can
run dry and will operate with a closed or blocked suction line. 800/369-4172;
www.wannereng.com.
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14. INDUSTRIAL VIDEO & CONTROL HD CAMERA
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The APTZ-3045-06 high-definition, industrial video camera from Industrial

Video & Control is designed and certified for use in hazardous environments.
The 30x color pan-tilt-zoom camera offers 1080p resolution and low-light
performance. The camera integrates with third-party security systems or can be
operated through a SCADA system. 781/255-7400; www.ivcco.com.
15. INPRO/SEAL SMART GROUNDING SHAFT PROTECTION
15
Smart Shaft Grounding product portfolio (Smart CDR, Smart MGS, Smart
Ground Monitor) from Inpro/Seal provides permanent protection from conductioninhibiting shaft oxidation, providing continuous monitoring and feedback of shaft
grounding performance. Isolated conductive filaments and zero-maintenance
conductive bronze rotors provide connectivity in harsh conditions. The Smart
Ground Monitor alerts users in real time of non-optimal contact between the
filaments and shaft. Contact is measured through the Smart Terminal (standard
on every Smart CDR and Smart MGS). Smart Shaft Grounding meets NEMA MG1
31.4.4.3 and CSI 23 05 13 specifications, available on standard and custom sizes.
800/447-0524; www.inpro-seal.com.
16. NEW HOLLAND COMPACT WHEEL LOADERS

C Series compact wheel loaders from New Holland Construction feature
Z-bar linkage on models W50C, W80C and W80C HS for increased breakout
force, digging and lifting power. The parallel lift path of the W50C TC eliminates
the need for manual correction. Designed to scrape, grade, push, rake and haul, all
four models are powered by Tier 4 engines. Options include high-flow hydraulics
(W80C only) that delivers 34 gpm at 2,900 psi, auto ride control, creep speed for
applications that require slow and steady control, high-speed (W80C only), and
return-to-dig that returns the bucket to the dig position after dumping with the
push of a button. 630/260-4000; www.newhollandconstruction.com.
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17. BAYCO DUAL-LIGHT HEADLAMP

The Nightstick NSP-4608BC dual-light, multifunction LED headlamp with
helmet lamp bracket clip from Bayco Products features five lighting modes,
including a spotlight for distance and floodlight for close-up illumination. Powered
by three AAA batteries, the headlamp is water rated to IP-X7, has a 2-meter drop
rating and weighs 3.4 ounces. The high spotlight brightness mode is rated at 100
lumens for five hours. Low mode emits 90 lumens for 13.3 hours. High floodlight
mode emits 60 lumens for 4 1/4 hours and 50 lumens for 13 3/4 hours in low
mode. Dual-light mode delivers 180 lumens for 2 1/2 hours. 800/233-2155;
www.baycoproducts.com.
18. ELECTRIC EEL PIPELINE INSPECTION CAMERA
17
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The ACE 2 pipeline inspection camera system from Electric Eel Mfg. Co.
features one-touch USB recording, on-screen footage counter, wheel kit for easy
transport, and heavy-duty screen cover. The inspection system has a stainlesssteel-housed 1.68-inch-diameter color camera with sapphire lens, 20 LED light
ring and high-resolution CCD element (optional self-leveling color camera), 200
feet of Kevlar braided 1/2-inch-diameter pushrod, 512 Hz sonde, and a 5.4-inch
LCD monitor with AR film for optimal viewing in sunlight. 800/833-1212;
www.electriceel.com.
19. KOHLER DIESEL-POWERED MOBILE GENERATOR

The 55REOZT4 diesel-powered mobile generator from KOHLER Power
Systems is EPA emission-certified for non-road use, mounted on a DOT-certified
trailer, and compatible with KOHLERs Mobile Paralleling Box. Features include
a KDI 3404 Tier 4 Final engine that does not require a diesel particulate filter,
fuel tanks sized for 24-hour runtime, external emergency stop, stainless steel door
latches and hinges, cold-weather package that includes block and battery heater,
single-point lifting eye, sound-attenuating housing (69 dBA at 23 feet), voltage,
current, frequency and power monitoring, analog inputs, warnings, and faults
monitoring. 800/544-2444; www.kohlerpower.com.
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20. GOULDS END SUCTION CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

The 316L stainless steel end suction centrifugal pump from Goulds Water
Technology - a xylem brand is designed for water circulation, booster service, spray
system, washing/cleaning system, air scrubbers and general water services. The
pumps can be mounted horizontally or vertically. The standard NEMA single- or
three-phase motors are made for continuous duty under all conditions. 866/3254210; www.goulds.com.
21. ICS POWERGRIT UTILITY SAW PIPE CUTTER

The 680PG-10 PowerGrit Utility Saw from ICS, a Blount International Brand,
is a pipe cutter designed to cut plastic pipe to ductile iron pipe up to 10 inches
in diameter. The new 680ES engine platform features a 76.5 cc, 5 hp engine and
a direct-drive clutch, so the drive belt doesnt slip in wet conditions, unlike most
circular cut-off saws. 800/321-1240; www.icsdiamondtools.com. GOMC
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5. Ingersoll Rand pump controller
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Ring-O-Matic pull-behind jet/vac combo

Blackmer oil-free reciprocating gas compressors
Advanced Pressure Systems fluid end pump parts
Crescent quick-convert nut driver set
Wilden AODD bolted metal pumps
McLaughlin truck-mounted vacuum excavator
Doosan Portable Power air compressor
Wanner Engineering seal-less pump
Industrial Video & Control HD camera
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16. New Holland compact wheel loaders
17. Bayco dual-light headlamp
18. Electric Eel pipeline inspection camera
19. KOHLER diesel-powered mobile generator
20. Goulds end suction centrifugal pump
21. ICS PowerGrit Utility Saw pipe cutter
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J&J TRUCK BODIES & TRAILERS

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municipal sales, expanding the customer base, and
developing national accounts.
professionals who cover global sales and customer support while working with
the executive team on strategies, process improvements, structure and a vision
for the organization.
Corey Sechler
JWC ENVIRONMENTAL TO
ACQUIRE IPEC CONSULTANTS LTD.
JWC Environmental has entered into an agreement to acquire IPEC
Consultants Ltd., a manufacturer of solids/liquid separation products for
wastewater and specialty industrial process liquids. The pending acquisition
advances the commitment that JWC has to offering the most extensive lineup
of screening solutions to its municipal and industrial customer base. As part
of the acquisition, Bert Irwin, founder and owner of IPEC, will join the JWC
executive team to support the ongoing business.
RED VALVE APPOINTS INSIDE SALES

AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT MANAGER
Red Valve Company welcomes Lynn Richards as the new inside sales and
customer support manager. She manages a team of sales and administrative
MANITOU AMERICAS ANNOUNCES

NEW VICE PRESIDENT OF
SALES AND MARKETING
Manitou Americas is pleased to announce the
promotion of Eric Burkhammer to the position of vice
president of sales and marketing for Manitou Americas,
a wholly owned subsidiary of Manitou BF located in Eric Burkhammer
Ancenis, France. Effective immediately, Burkhammer will
be responsible for the sales and marketing of the Manitou, Gehl, Mustang and
Edge brands in the U.S. and Canada.
STELLAR PROMOTES SCHNIEDERS

TO VP, FISK TO OPERATIONS
Stellar Industries Inc. announced the promotion
of Steve Schnieders to vice president, supply chain and
operations. Schnieders is the first vice president position
at Stellar since David Zrostlik assumed the presidency
in 2000. Additionally, Jim Fisk has been appointed
as director of operations for both the Garner and
Kanawha facilities.
Steve Schnieders
NEW BEARINGS PLUS VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

COMMITMENT, CRAFTSMANSHIP
BECOME MORE PROFITABLE
NETWORK WITH PEERS
WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER
Bearings Plus, a Waukesha Bearings business, announces the release of a

video highlighting the precision, reliability and engineering that characterize
the companys fluid film bearing and sealing solutions. The new video can be
found at www.bearingsplus.com.
MAGID ANNOUNCES A NEW SAFETY

STORE LOCATION IN HOUSTON
3 DAYS OF HANDS-ON
BUSINESS BUILDING & NETWORKING
CELEBRATION, FLORIDA BOHEMIAN HOTEL

APRIL 4-6, 2016
SESSIONS SPECIFICALLY FOR SEPTIC, DRAIN,
SEWER & RESTROOM SERVICE COMPANIES
EARLY REGISTRATION:
ONLY $395 PRIOR TO JANUARY 11, 2016
ADDITIONAL REGISTRANTS FROM
SAME COMPANY SAVE $100
WWW.PUMPERPROFIT.COM 866-933-2653
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Magid, a leading manufacturer and supplier of safety solutions and

personal protective equipment, is better serving the Houston area with
a new store. Located in the heart of the industrial area, the store makes it
easy for safety managers and buyers to access Magids safety expertise and
manufactured products, as well as over 700 of safetys leading brands. The
store delivers local inventory of head-to-toe protection, including work gloves,
respiratory, fall protection, safety glasses, hard hats, eye protection, and
flame-resistant clothing. GOMC
TELL US WHAT IS NEW

~ Send in your Industry News ~
Send your companys latest business news to

news@gomcmag.com. Newsworthy items may include
business expansion, honors and awards, new contract
announcements, employee promotions and executive
hires, and new services. You may send high-resolution
digital photos with the news releases.
GOMC Calendar
GAS, OIL AND MINING
TRADE SHOWS AND CONFERENCES

JAN. 26-28
Marcellus-Utica Midstream Conference & Exhibition,
David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh;
www.marcellusmidstream.com.
APRIL 13-14
Mexico Shale Summit, Hilton Palacio Del Rio, San Antonio, Texas;
www.mexicoshalesummit.com.
APRIL 19-20
Texas Alliance of Energy Producers Expo & Annual Meeting,
Wichita Falls, Texas; www.texasalliance.org.
FEB. 10-12
NAPE Summit, George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston;
napeexpo.com/shows/about-the-show/summit.
MAY 2-5
Offshore Technology Conference, NRG Park, Houston; 2016.otcnet.org.
FEB. 17-20
Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport Show,
Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis; wwettshow.com.
MAY 23-25
DUG Permian Basin, Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, Texas;
www.dugpermian.com.
FEB. 21-24
SME Annual Conference & Expo, Phoenix Convention Center,
Phoenix; www.smeannualconference.com.
MARCH 8-9
East Texas Oil & Gas Convention, Maude Cobb Convention Center,
Longview, Texas; www.roselandoilandgas.com.
MARCH 9-11
DUG Bakken and Niobrara, Colorado Convention Center, Denver;
www.dugbakken.com.
JUNE 7-9
Global Petroleum Show, Stampede Park, Calgary, Alberta;
globalpetroleumshow.com.
JUNE 21-23
DUG East, David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh;
www.dugeast.com.
MARCH 13-15
Annual Meeting, American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers,
Hilton San Francisco Union Square, San Francisco;
www2.afpm.org/forms/meeting/Microsite/AM16.
MARCH 30-31
Ark La-Tex Oilfield Expo, Shreveport Convention Center, Shreveport,
Louisiana; www.arklatexoilfieldexpo.com.
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YOUR
UPCOMING
EVENTS!
JUNE 6-10
Elko Mining Expo, Elko Convention Center, Elko, Nevada;
exploreelko.com/major_events/elko_mining_expo.
JULY 20-21
South Texas Oil & Gas Convention, American Bank Center, Corpus
Christi, Texas; www.roselandoilandgas.com/web/2016-show-schedule.
JULY 27-28
South Texas Oilfield Expo, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center,
San Antonio, Texas; www.southtexasoilfieldexpo.com. GOMC
GOMC invites organizations and associations to submit

details about upcoming industry trade shows and
conferences for our calendar of events.
Send information to editor@gomcmag.com.
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