There are several kinds of pressure gauges available in the market that assist drillers in the oil rigging process. Some of the common ones include the Single Pointer Pressure Gauge, Compound Pressure Gauge, and Roughneck Torque.
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Why Do We Prefer Fossil Fuels over Renewable Energy Sources?
Environmentalists have been delivering fiery speeches in favour of cutting down fossil fuel extraction. They have even proposed the complete elimination of fuel exploitation to save the planet.
How Did Hurricane Laura Impact The Oil Industry?
As if this year wasn’t enough on its own, Texas and Louisiana’s coastlines received a surge of stormy winds as it grew into one of the worst recorded hurricanes in American history. The Gulf of Mexico had to be evacuated as oil and gas companies rushed to leave the offshore platforms and rigs. Refineries that …
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How Do Oil Extraction Companies Prepare for the Hurricane Season?
When America’s energy secretary visited Louisiana to inspect Hurricane Laura’s consequences, he reported that 30% of the emergency crude oil site was damaged. This was a severe blow to the oil industry.
How Do Oil Rigs Work
The oil industry makes about 2-3% of the global economy, which amounts to much larger figures when assessing the country-wise statistics. In 2019, the revenues from oil and gas drilling sectors were estimated at $3.3 trillion. There’s a need for more than one or a few oil drilling methods due to this industry’s magnitude.
Types of Offshore Oil Rigs
Oil reserves are found deep under the earth or at remote locations in the sea. Oil companies need large structures that can be suspended above water to drill into the seabed and extract oil. Such machines are called oil rigs, and there are 1,470 of them around the globe.
A Guide to Metals in the Oil and Gas Industry
We’ve heard a lot about how stainless steel—a widely used iron with 10.5 percent chromium, and other alloy metals, such as molybdenum and nickel—is used in the oil and gas industry.
4 Ways to Keep Your Offshore Oil Rig Injury and Fatality-Free
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the fatality rate for offshore oil and drilling was seven times higher than the average fatality rate between 2003-2010.
Preparing Your Mud Pump for Peak Season
Cold weather creates several hindrances on drill sites, while also impacting the drilling pace. That’s why many drillers take time off to maintain their equipment and get it ready for the peak summer months during this time.
5 Types of Pressure Gauges You Should Know About
With advancements in process instrumentation technology, manufacturers can now offer control instruments and tools that meet unique industrial requirements. Although all pressure gauges perform the same task, they are designed for different uses.