“Nodal” seismic is just the latest step in a continuing evolution of this ground-shaking industry. By Hanaba Munn Welch Survey the world of seismic, and nodal systems emerge as trendsetters. Also called “blind” systems, cable-free nodal technology depends on the collection of data via autonomous nodes—small compact cable-less battery powered devices containing all equipment required […]
Staying on Track
Richard Folger has kept Warren Equipment true to its roots and right where it ought to be: a sales-and-rental business maintaining “big company service” with a “small company atmosphere.” By Paul Wiseman, special contributor Almost 40 years ago, in 1974, Johnny Warren (since deceased) bought Compressor Systems, Inc., from Treanor Equipment Co. as a relatively […]
Poised for a Breakout
As the Permian Basin keeps expanding, both in activity and in geographic reach, the city of Lubbock comes more into play. By Al Pickett, special contributor When one thinks of Lubbock, the first things that probably come to mind are the twin facts that the Hub City is home to Texas Tech University and the […]
Making a Statement
The Permian Basin continues to exceed expectations and outstrip other producing regions. Where it all will lead, no one knows, but our sources discuss the implications, here and beyond the Permian’s borders, of an unprecedented oil and gas turnaround. [Editor’s Note: In this second installment, we examine the impact of growth within the Permian Basin […]
Keep Calm and…Smile
We take a page from the people at Easily Amused and try to find some levity in whatever comes our way. Plutonic Relationship: No, he wasn’t an oilman. But he was a New Mexican, and a famous one, and one who chose to live his life in (or very near, as in Las Cruces) the […]
Ay Carumba!
The only surprises are happy surprises at a popular Midland eatery, and you can pop in there wearing your jacket that is a tent or a sleeping bag or a shelter. WHERE TO EAT: -Mex is the ultimate comfort food. Carumbas Spanish Inn, on Front Street in Midland, provides this comfort with a hearty helping […]
When Caution Counts Most
Winter is the season when driving can be most hazardous and deadly. Take a few moments to review some life-saving precautions. By Darrel Canada On December 5, 2013, I headed to Midland at 9:00 p.m. to be there for a large training class that my company was doing for one of our clients. All of […]
Planning the Right Employee Benefits to Retain Employees
By Bill Price Employee benefits or perks should be designed to encourage employees to remain on the job, think favorably about the company, and generally improve employee welfare. This is not a time to follow the status quo by just doing what is popular. Benefits should meet the needs of your employees, who may very […]
Subsurface Trespass Considered
In a previous issue, we discussed the question of subsurface trespass, which was before the Texas Supreme Court in the case styled FPL Farming Ltd. v. Environmental Processing Systems, L.C. In that case, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Beaumont held that the operator, Environmental Processing Systems, L.C., (“EPS”) was immune from subsurface trespass […]
From the President – February 2014
Injection Wells, NM Legislative Matters, and More Railroad Commissioner David Porter attended a town hall meeting in Azle, Texas, January 2nd, to listen to residents’ concerns regarding earthquakes in Parker County. Late last year, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) announced that it was sending seismic equipment and staff to Parker County to try to determine […]
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