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BHR Group 2016 23rd International Conference on Waterjetting

The WJTA-IMCA exhibition in New Orleans is over for 2016.  

I missed a good exhibition and round-table of practical talks and a chance to mingle with colleagues.

However, I was preparing for the BHR Group Waterjetting 2016 conference in Seattle on Nov 15-18. This BHR group conference is typically held in Europe so it is my first chance to attend. 

The BHR conference focuses on CUTTING, not cleaning. The topics are on fundamental research and the latest in cutting techniques. The delegates are from all over the world.

Axel Henning of OMAX,  Randy Rapple of Barton, Mohamed Hashish of Flow, John Olsen of OMAX, Mark Fairhurst, BHR Group UK, Franz Trieb, BFT Gmbh, Austria, Peter Miles of OMAX, Ramulu Mamidala of Univ of Washington, David Summers- Professor Emeritus, Missouri Univ of Science and Technology, Peter Liu of OMAX, and Vanessa Cutler- Consultant UK-Glass sculpturing with WJ.

The topics cover abrasives, water jet cutting fundamental research, and the ECONOMICS.

There are a few paper on applications other than cutting.

I, Lydia Frenzel will present What Effect deos waterjet cleaning have on the surface and surface preparation from a 30 years perspective.

David Summer will talk about Water Jetting- Where the Past is Prologue based on his 50 year history with waterjet applications in engineering projects.

There is a forum session on Water Jetting in Hazardous Environments- Removing Humans from Risk.

Think of wet abrasive blasting on steroids as they talk about hydro-milling, and the details of surface finishing.

The Only Pipeline Integrity Congress Focused Specifically on Crude: Houston 19-Nov-2014

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This year’s inaugural Crude Pipeline Asset Integrity Congress is the only event designed specifically for crude oil pipelines.

With the continual emergence of new shale plays across the US, crude production has continued to soar and crude takeaway capacity with it. Tens of thousands of miles of crude pipelines now traverse the United States and Canada and as pipeline infrastructure continues to expand at this rapid pace, it has become absolutely imperative for pipeline operators to maintain the highest level of integrity in these pipelines to maintain flow rates, avoid hazardous leaks and expensive repairs.

Crude pipelines and facilities require specific tools and considerations for maintenance. In order to deliver operators with the most comprehensive understanding of the latest, most effective integrity management tools relevant to their operations, solutions designed specifically for crude pipelines need to be presented.

“This is the only conference focused specifically on crude oil pipelines and 100% focused on the pipeline operator’s experience. We’ve put together a select group of pipeline operators and academics to deliver practical case studies on optimizing the main pipeline integrity plan. This is really a very valuable opportunity for operators to learn from each other and apply that knowledge to their day to day work.” Says Diana Franco, Conference Director.

Kinder Morgan, BP, ExxonMobil, Centurion Pipeline, Buckeye Partners and more are also confirmed to speak at the conference on 19-20 November in Houston.

For more information, please visit the event website here:

http://www.crude-pipeline-asset-integrity-2014.com/

Fixing Pipeline Problems; Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation Agenda 21- October 2014

Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation- Course Programme

21-22 October, 2014, Berlin Germany

www.clarion.org

DAY 1

Introduction

Deterioration Mechanisms                        Causes of pipeline problems and consequences

Rehabilitation Options                                What overall methods can be considered

In-plant Rehabilitation                               Reconditioning pipe in a stationary facility

Out of the Ditch Rehabilitation                  Case Studies of recoating a large diameter gas line in Canada and Russia

In-Situ Projects                                             Working on live lines

Case Studies- Oil Line                                   Recoating an operating large diameter of oil line in Kazakhstan and Canada

Case Study- Gas Line                                    Recoating an operating large diameter gas line in Canada

Inspection                                                       Inspection of the pipeline in the field

DAY 2

Internal Corrosion                                      Case studies of internal rehabilitation projects

Repair                                                            Methods for repairing pipeline defects in the field- pros and cons

External Strengthening of a line             Increasing the operating pressure of existing pipeline externally

Internal Strengthening of a line              Increasing the operating pressure of an existing pipeline internally

Coating Removal                                        Equipment available for removal of existing coatings in the field

Surface Preparation                                  Surface preparation equipment and product rates

Coating Materials issues                          Selecting the new coating and application equipment needed

Estimating Costs                                       Equipment and manpower requirements

Review                                                        Questions and Answers

Fixing Pipeline Problems- Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation Course Berlin Oct-2014

This pre event course is scheduled for 21-22 October, 2014

Featuring Sidney A Taylor- Lecturer, and Dr. Lydia M. Frenzel-Lecturer    www.clarion.org

The 6th international forum on

Fixing Pipeline Problems

Technical Conference, Training Courses, and Exhibition

21 – 24 October, 2014 · Estrel Hotel, Berlin, Germany

Training courses: 21-22 October
Conference: 23-24 October
Exhibition: 23-24 October

Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation

This course is centered on the practical aspects of pipeline rehabilitation and covers both internal and external rehabilitation. The course goes into depth on how to safely rehabilitate operating pipelines using manual and automated equipment. Movement of in-service pipelines is analyzed in detail including the application and methodology of recommended practice API 1117. Other industry standards applicable to pipeline rehabilitation are discussed as well as how they should be incorporated into project specifications. Approximately half of the course is spent in analyzing case studies of field rehabilitation projects from around the world. Over 400 photographs are used to illustrate how the work was performed and the results obtained. The course presents techniques for performing the work with a combination of in-house personnel and outside contractors to minimize costs while maintaining clear lines of responsibility.

Who Should Attend

  • Engineers involved in:
    • Determining the best way to rehabilitate a section of pipeline.
    • Preparing the project specifications.
    • Performing the necessary engineering calculations to insure the project is carried out safely.
    • Health and safety issues specific to rehabilitation projects.
  • Field Operations Personnel and contractors who need to be aware of many alternatives techniques available for pipeline rehabilitation and their cost impact.
  • Inspection Personnel involved in evaluation of defects and selection of proper repair techniques.
 Course Highlights
view the complete syllabusThis intensive two-day course focuses on real “how to do it” aspects of pipeline repairs and rehabilitation. Course highlights include:

  • Deterioration mechanisms and consequences – internal and external
  • What are the options? Rehabilitation methodology
  • How to safely work on operating pipelines
  • What are the repair options?  How are they installed?
  • How to select a new coating
  • How to safely work with manual and automated equipment
  • What is it going to cost?  Project manpower and equipment needed
  • How to strengthen a pipeline – internally and externally
  • Were they effective? Case study analysis of completed rehabilitation projects
  • 400+ illustrative photographs of actual work and results obtained
LecturersSidney A Taylor is president of Incal Pipeline Rehabilitation, Inc. He has over 30 years’ experience in the design and development of automated high-pressure water jet cleaning and coating systems. Prior to Incal, Sid worked with Schlumberger as a designer and manufacturer of well-logging tools and equipment, with MW Kellogg as a senior regulatory attorney, with Weatherford as general manager of water jetting systems, and with CRC-Evans as vice-president, engineering and marketing, where he was responsible for engineering design, manufacturing, and world-wide marketing of pipeline rehabilitation systems.Lydia M. Frenzel, Ph.D., is Executive Director of the Advisory Council, San Marcos, Texas. She was a Director of WaterJet Technology Association from 1995 to 2007, and since 1985 has been chair of the Waterjetting and Wet Abrasive Blast Cleaning Committees of the collaborative effort between the Society for Protective Coatings and NACE.

 

Dr. Frenzel serves as the USA Country Expert to ISO in Surface Preparation. She received the 1996 Steel Structures Painting Council Technical Achievement Award, and in 2004 was selected by the Journal of Coatings and Linings (JPCL) as one of the 20 Most Influential Persons in Coatings in the past 20 years.

Fixing Pipeline Problems, Berlin, Germany 10-21-2014

Dr. Lydia Frenzel will be lecturing in the “Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation”  pre event course 21-22 -October-2014 in Berlin, Germay with Sidney A Taylor as the Senior Lecturer. Visit clarion.org for full conference details.  http://clarion.org/fpp/fpp-2014/index.php

Speakers and papers are scheduled from: Netherlands, Germany, USA, UK, Czech Republic, Russia, Canada, Italy, France, Abu Dhabi

Fixing Pipeline Problems

Technical Conference, Training Courses, and Exhibition

21 – 24 October, 2014 · Estrel Hotel, Berlin, Germany

Training courses: 21-22 October
Conference: 23-24 October
Exhibition: 23-24 October

This international conference and its accompanying exhibition will cover a wide range of issues concerning pipeline rehabilitation, ranging from the initial stages of evaluation of a pipeline’s condition to the steps required to undertake rehabilitation of the structure to ensure its continued fitness-for-purpose and prolong its economic lifetime. The event is being planned not only to discuss the latest developments in the industry, but also to showcase some of the industry’s latest achievements, and to provide an unmatched opportunity of both networking and learning.

Two pre-conference courses will be offered on 21-22 October:

  • Performing Pipeline Rehabilitation
  • Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping, and In-Service Welding

The conference programme, 23-24 October, will be of relevance to all involved in the operation and lifetime planning of pipelines transporting all types of hazardous hydrocarbons both on- and offshore – in particular oil and gas – as well as to those involved in their regulation and safety.

Organizing Committee

  • BJ Lowe, Clarion Technical Conferences, Houston, USA
  • Sid Taylor, Incal Pipeline Rehabilitation, Houston, Moscow, and Paris
  • John Tiratsoo, Tiratsoo Technical

www.clarion.org