Pipeliners Podcast

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features our host, Russel Treat, reviewing a comprehensive list of all the episodes from the Pipeline Podcast Network that cover the topic of Integrity Management, and how you can use the content as a resource to learn more about the topic. Visit  PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat sits down with Keith Coyle to discuss their experiences at the recent Gas Pipeline Advisory Council (GPAC) meeting on leak detection and repair.  The episode provides insights into the process, changes observed in PHMSA's approach, and the challenges the committee faces in reaching a consensus on key issues. The conversation also covers...

  In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes Jeff Allen, Global Pipeline Practice Lead for Esri and a board member of PODS, to discuss the latest developments in the Pipeline Open Data Standard (PODS).  Jeff shares insights into his role at Esri, the evolution of geospatial technology in the pipeline industry, and his extensive experience in surveying and geomatic engine...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, hosts Christopher De Leon and Rhett Dotson join Russel Treat to discuss learning integrity management. The hosts share insights from their experience in the pipeline industry and the creation of their podcast, "Pipeline Things." They highlight the importance of understanding pipeline failures, the role of regulations, and the challenges of pipeline integr...

In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat welcomes Vicki Knott, CEO and co-founder of Crux OCM, to discuss model predictive control (MPC) and its application to the pipeline industry.  They explore the concepts of advanced process control, model predictive control, and their relevance in optimizing pipeline operations. Vicki explains the difference between AI, machine learning,...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Mo O'Connor from API discusses the proper use of API standards in the pipeline industry. The episode covers various topics, including the reasons why API standards are copyrighted, the extensive work that goes into creating and maintaining these standards, and the importance of consensus-based standards. In this episode you will learn about the cha...

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Byron Coy discussing the importance of team training within the industry, why connections between different workers are crucial and the importance of keeping up with the correct training records. In this episode, you will learn about the concept of team training, the different ways to implement training into the company annually, and determining whic...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Bill Caram of Pipeline Safety Trust to discuss current rulemakings going through the PHMSA rulemaking process. Listen to the episode now for insights and viewpoints from Pipeline Safety Trust regarding regulations that are in the Rulemaking stage with PHMSA. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcri...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Thure Cannon and Jennifer Coffee with the Texas Gas Association about the recent 2023 Texas legislative session.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Erin Kurilla, VP of Operations and Pipeline Safety at American Public Gas Association, to discuss the impact of the PHMSA Gas Distribution rule on public gas. Listen to the episode now to learn more about the APGA and its members and the challenges posed by the gas distribution rule, particularly for the smaller publi...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Richard Delaney of National Grid and Alan Redding from Consumers Energy, the chairs of the AGA Gas Control Committee , to talk about the content of the 2023 AGA Operations Section Fall Meetings & Workshops. Listen to the episode now for insights and takeaways from the event, including discussions on regulatory impacts...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by returning guest Jim Francis of Entrust Solutions Group to discuss the PSMS Workshop and Quality Management Committee at the 2023 AGA Operations Section Fall Meetings & Workshops. Listen to the episode now to learn more about Jim's presentation and other insights from the conference. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com fo...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Michael Istre, Project Manager at Interstate Natural Gas Association of America & The INGAA Foundation, INC., to discuss INGAA's study on blending hydrogen in natural gas transmission pipelines. Listen to the episode now to learn more about the focus of the study, its findings, as well as the risks and considerations...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, regular guest Keith Coyle from Babst Calland returns to discuss the recent notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) from PHMSA regarding gas distribution.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In honor of reaching 300 episodes, the Pipeliners Podcast is rebroadcasting episode 79 - a personal account of the Bellingham incident with retired pipeline professional Larry Shelton. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions.   

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by industry expert Byron Coy to discuss the importance of records and their uses in pipeline safety.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Jeff Earl of Sapphire Technologies to discuss using turbo expanders to convert waste pressure energy into usable electric power. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by David Gregory of FlexSteel about using RTP for pipe-in-pipe rehabilitation. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Sarah Magruder Lyle discussing what 811 day is, its importance, and what CGA has planned for the future. In this episode, you will learn about the history behind the 811 emergency number creation, its variety of supporters, and the biggest issue they face – noncallers. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detaile...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Benjamin Kauffmann of Accenture to discuss the 'Control Room of the Future.'  Ben is the Client Account Leadership and Go-to-Market Lead for Resources and Energy Transition for North America at Accenture.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant link...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Brooks Shannon and April Heinze of NENA - the National Emergency Number Association.  Listen to the episode now to learn what you need to know about practical implementation of the rupture notification rule - particularly the requirement to notify 911 centers. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transc...

In this week's episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, host Russel Treat is joined by Matt Ligon, President of the American School of Gas Measurement Technology, to discuss the school, its offerings, and how you can get involved.  Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions. 

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Danny Molyneux and Diane Cordell discussing PPSA, where the association originated from and why it is important to the industry.  In this episode, you will learn about different ways PPSA provides public support, as well as the levels of memberships and the benefits received from the association. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode tr...

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Chris Alexander discussing the importance of technology commercialization, understanding the client, and making sure new technology is well-rounded.  In this episode, you will learn what it takes to develop a new technology as well as how to ensure the technology is properly maturing with technology readiness, regulatory acceptance, commercial readin...

This week's Pipeliners Podcast episode features Jim Francis discussing risk analysis and its recent emergence in the industry, the difference between functional and probabilistic risk analysis, and how it can benefit in finding the root of issues. In this episode, you will learn about the importance of a good compliance program, ways to see if new changes made a difference and what EEI has in stor...