A surprising book gives our side a better account—in the environmentalists-vs.-oil-and-gas debate—than one might expect to see in these oil-unfriendly times. by Jesse Mullins The Green and the Black: The Complete Story of the Shale Revolution, the Fight over Fracking, and the Future of Energy, by Gary Sernovitz (St. Martin’s Press, New York), […]
Trading on One’s Talents
Industry consultants have been navigating a dry spell. How three Permian Basin companies are toughing it out. by Julie Anderson Having worked for 10 years as a field mechanic for drilling rigs and pulling units, Joel Madrid knows the value of customer service. A particular trust develops when you know a company will answer […]
Chinese Money on Texas Oil
Contemplating the present and future of Chinese foreign direct investment in Texas by J. Chase Beakley As the commodity price drought lengthened, it became clear that a substantial decline in willing capital would have a profound effect on the Texas oil industry. Some believed an outbreak of M&A might save struggling companies, but for […]
Plugging into the IIOT
Automation systems offer great control and economy, along with massive data opportunities. By Paul Wiseman In the I Love Lucy episode entitled “Job Switching,” Lucy and Ethel take jobs on a production line at a candy factory. In what is one of the funniest “golden age” television scenes ever aired, we see the […]
The Broader Picture
Wherein we share some O&G news from beyond the Permian’s borders—news that, in some way, touches the Basin. EIA July 21 Higher and more stable crude oil prices are contributing to increased drilling in the United States, which may slow the pace of production declines… The Lower 48 states’ onshore oil active rotary rig count, […]
New & Noteworthy
Tablet Certified for Hazardous Locations Juniper Systems, Inc. recently announced the availability of its nonincendive Class I, II, and III Division 2-certified version of the Mesa 2 Rugged Tablet. Called “Mesa 2 Hazloc,” the tablet is certified to perform safely in hazardous locations where explosive gases, liquids, vapors, dusts, or fibers and flyings may be […]
Drilling Deeper: New Plants, New Wells, New Operations
In this week’s miscellany of articles we bring you news of a slew of unveilings, openings, and other optimisms, plus the usual slate of management advice. These are the full versions of the “Drilling Deeper” news items that appeared as abbreviated versions in the print edition of PBOG’s September 2016 issue. Forum Unveils […]
Addition By Extension
Bruce Kaiser likes what he’s found in these parts. That’s why, after 30 years, Lightning Masters is opening a physical location in the Basin. by Paul Wiseman Long distance relationships are always a challenge. Since 1984, Lightning Masters personnel have faithfully maintained that relationship between the company’s Clearwater, Fla., headquarters and their widespread customer […]
iTankData Announces First Mobile App to Monitor Oil Tank Levels
August 17, 2016 iTankData Announces First Mobile App to Monitor Oil Tank Levels “This advanced capability will revolutionize how the oil and gas industry manages production. Now operators of all sizes can afford to see tank levels on their smartphone.” Arlington, Texas: iTankData, announces the release of the first-ever mobile app that connects […]
Drilling Deeper: Wait, What’s the WTI, Again?
In this week’s miscellany of articles we are all rah-rah for WTI and frac’ing, forging new partnerships, and discussing team building and customer service, among other things. Are we out of the woods yet? Maybe not, but we’re still rather chipper at the moment. These are the full versions of the “Drilling Deeper” news items […]
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