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APIA welcomes draft Energy White Paper

Wed, 14 December 2011 Australia’s gas transmission industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s draft Energy White Paper and its promise to monitor current policy arrangements for the national gas market.

APIA to assess training needs of pipeline engineers

Wed, 2 November 2011 APIA is currently contacting its members and relevant organisations to complete an email survey in order to assess the training needs of pipeline engineers as part of Stage 2 of its Pipeline Engineer Training Project.

New president for APIA

Wed, 2 November 2011 Kevin Lester has been elected as the new President of APIA, succeeding immediate Past President Peter Cox.

Outstanding pipeliners recognised at APIA Convention

Mon, 24 October 2011 At the 2011 APIA Convention held in Sydney, Federal Minister for Resources and Energy the Hon. Martin Ferguson presented awards to recognise two individual pipeliners, as well as an APIA member company, for their outstanding achievements.

APIA to conduct pipeline engineer training survey

Wed, 19 October 2011 As part of Stage 2 of its Pipeline Engineer Training Project, APIA will be surveying the Australian pipeline industry about its needs for training pipeline engineers.

Climate policy – devil in the detail

July saw the release of the exposure draft of the Clean Energy Bill 2011, providing for the first time the detail on the Federal Government’s carbon price mechanism. As anticipated, many aspects of the mechanism are similar to the first emissions trading scheme produced by the Government, but in the detail there are provisions that have implications for the gas transmission pipeline industry and the broader gas industry.

We’ve got it under control: ES&S

In the wake of several 2010 incidents, new requirements concerning leak detection capability have forced pipeline operators to take a hard look at leak detection methodology, particularly for new pipeline construction projects. Environmental Systems and Services explains how fibre- optic systems can be used for early damage detection of pipelines.

What a stud: wear-resistant TungStuds

With a core made of Betek tungsten carbide, the anti-wear Betek TungStuds can be welded onto nearly any metal surface, and repeatedly replaced if necessary. These studs were recently tested in tough conditions on a trench-cutting wheel. The results that were achieved exceeded client expectations, with the studs demonstrating minimal wear and optimum protection for newly purchased milling/cutting segments.

Gearing up on QCLNG

PipeLine Machinery International has been working to get equipment out to contractors building the pipeline sections of the Queensland Curtis LNG Project.

Vehicle safety on the QCLNG

Sargent is the preferred light commercial vehicle supplier for the McConnell Dowell and Consolidated Contractors Company Joint Venture on the Queensland Curtis LNG Project, and have approached the task with a particular emphasis on safety and reliability.

Astec and Trencor: supporting the growing pipeline industry

Q: What is reliable, user-friendly, and found on pipeline projects across Australia? A: A Trencor trencher supplied by Astec Australia.

Wasco expanding to the Gulf

While Australian activities are keeping the company busy, Wasco continues to look for more action in other parts of the world.

Orbital thermoplastic welding equipment for internal pipe welding

As a technology-driven company, Savcor is always on the lookout for technologies that will improve clients’ outcomes. In doing so, the development of orbital welding equipment for high density polyethylene-lined reinforced concrete pipe has taken place.

3M Australia introduces new oil and gas division

In November 2010, 3M created its Oil and Gas group in Australia, which brings 3M innovation closer and more easily into this exciting industry.

APIA to hear of adventures in the Antarctic

Delegates at the 2011 APIA Convention are to be addressed by keynote speaker Rachael Robertson, who will be presenting on the topic of leadership based on her experiences leading a research expedition in the Antarctic.

Preventing fractures at the Energy Pipelines CRC

$Preventing fractures at the Energy Pipelines CRC$ The pipeline industry in Australia faces many challenges relating to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of pipelines. There is significant experience in the industry and a strong commitment to innovation. It is this commitment that has led to a dedicated group of companies, banded together by the APIA Research and Standards Committee, to lead a bid for and win Commonwealth funding for the establishment of an Energy Pipelines Cooperative Research Centre.