Linc Energy Blog

Have you ever felt like life is speeding up? Or perhaps our days are getting shorter? I understand that since the massive earthquakes of Sumatra, Chili and Japan, scientists claim the earth is spinning faster and shaving milliseconds off our days, but I think there’s another phenomenon that’s speeding up life … the self-imposed marathon on the hamster wheel.

Tags: business, time management, technological advancement, business change

DUALCO has become a reliable source for valve lubrication equipment, valve lubricant, sealant and cleanser for oil and natural gas high performance plug valves, ball valves and gate valves.

Tags: valve maintenance

In my earlier post, Operator Qualification Program Provision 1: identify covered tasks, I discussed how regulations require pipeline operators to prepare a written Operator Qualification Plan. The first step in the plan is to identify the covered tasks and create an OQ task list, and the second step is to evaluate the individuals while performing the tasks to ensure they are properly trained.

Tags: operator qualification (OQ), OQ Training

One of the many fine product lines Linc Energy Systems represents is Integrity Fusion Products, the manufacturer of high density polyethylene (HDPE) fittings, valves and electrofusion equipment. The products are designed for applications in: natural gas, industrial, landfill, potable water and mining. Linc Energy represents these products in Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico and Montana.

Tags: poly valves, HDPE fittings, natural gas products

A new standard has emerged, from burning flare gas to recycling it and creating renewable energy, creating the need to monitor and measure flare gas flow.

Tags: thermal mass flow meter, renewable energy, flare gas reduction, flare gas

Indirect fired water bath heaters are commonly used in the oil and natural gas industry for a variety of applications including: heating natural gas and preventing hydrate formation. Linc Energy Systems represents T.E.R.I., Total Energy Resources Inc., who manufactures both vertical and horizontal Indirect Fired Water Bath Heaters and are typically used when process temperatures don’t exceed 170 degrees F.

Tags: indirect water bath heaters

There’s something to be said about fresh starts and new beginnings.  A blanket of fresh powder and a set of skis assure a thrill. A receding tide and beach offer a place for solitude and peace. The start of a new semester offers good intentions for high grades and success. It is no wonder that with the turn of a calendar’s page from one year to the next, we set resolutions to become better people.

Tags: New Year's Resolutions

In my earlier post, “Guidelines for developing an Operator Qualification Plan” I identified eight provisions the PHMSA mandates to be included in any Operation Qualification Program. Within this post I discuss the first step which is to identify the “covered tasks” performed by the employee or contractor.

Tags: operator qualification (OQ), OQ Training

In my earlier post, What is Operator Qualification? I shared the government mandates that operators qualify employees or contractors who operate or maintain small distribution systems within the oil and gas industry. The PHMSA has set up guidelines to help small distribution operators and master meter system operators develop an Operator Qualification plan.

Tags: operator qualification (OQ), OQ Training

Engineers at various wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) are recognizing the benefits of using thermal mass flow meters to monitor air flow or aeration flow, improve process efficiency, reduce energy costs, and measure digester gas.

Tags: municipal solid waste, wastewater treatment, digester gas, reduce energy, process efficiency

On November 9, 2011, the EPA amended and clarified a number of subsections to the Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases Rule which requires facilities to monitor and report emissions. A one-time extension deadline of September 28, 2012, was given for any entity reporting under various source categories.

Tags: 40 CFR Part 98, Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, thermal mass flow meter, Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gases Rule

This week I am reminded of how blessed I am, and how grateful I am to my customers, prospective clients, vendors and principals. I am in gratitude for your business.

Tags: law of gratitude, gratitude

A recent case study demonstrated that measuring and monitoring landfill gas using thermal mass flow meters solves many of the issues commonly associated with the use of traditional flow measurement devices, resulting in more accurate measurement and field labor savings.

Tags: landfill methane, landfill gas, renewable energy, thermal mass flow meter, flow measurement, methane emission offsets, greenhouse gas emissions, municipal solid waste

More and more dairies and farming operations are putting waste to work by using the manure from their livestock to create electric and thermal power. Farming operations, like Lochmead Farms in Oregon are taking advantage of new technology, and developing renewable energy, receiving tax credits and reducing emissions.

Tags: greenhouse gas emissions, methane destruction, farming operations, digester gas, renewable energy

While the majority of thermal mass flow meter manufacturers recommend their meters be returned to the factory every year for calibration, there is one manufacturer that offers the ability to calibrate the meter onsite, or in-situ calibration.

 

Tags: natural gas measurement, meter repair, Sage Metering, in-situ calibration, thermal mass flow meter

Linc Energy has been selected as best manufacturers’ representative and agent and awarded a "2011 Best of Local Business Award" by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

Tags: award, law of attraction, Manufacturers' Representatives, Manufacturers Agents & Representatives

In this interesting economy, many are feeling the effects of fear of failure, and giving up on their dreams. Perhaps the answer is not to give up, but be a bit more resourceful when going to the edge in business.

Tags: business, failure, fear, risks

Sometimes when you give your time, talents and money, you receive in areas you would never expect.

Tags: giving back, law of circulation, inspirational, cancer survivor

During interesting economic times, we often hear about budget cuts and layoffs, but there is one area of business that usually does well in a down economy—repair and maintenance. This is true for at least one company specializing in natural gas meter repair and calibration; especially commercial meters.

Tags: American CVM meter repair, Roots rotary meter repair, Dresser LMMA meter repair, meter calibration, meter repair

Submetering is a metering system implemented in buildings or communities where there are multiple tenants, so the property owner or management company can bill the individual tenants for their utility usage. While submetering was originally invented in the 1920s, it didn’t become popular until the late 80s, because of increasing utility costs and environmental conservation.

Tags: submetering, diaphragm meters, positive displacement meters, natural gas measurement