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ENERGY MANAGEMENT & SERVICES CO.
"Providing Technical Expertise to the Natural Gas Industry"
EMS NEWS
Volume 1 Issue 6 June, 2007 www.emseng.com
Welcome Back!
We want to welcome you back for the sixth issue of the EMS Newsletter. By publishing this newsletter, we hope that you will remember our capabilities and consider EMS the next time you have a natural gas project. Our capabilities cover the spectrum of the industry. We have completed projects in all areas of moving and delivering natural gas. We even work on the liquid side. We have the resources to support your project!
Thanks for your time and attention. Now take a moment to catch up on EMS!
Texas Gas Greenville Lateral Project
Work continues on this 97 mile 36-inch pipeline project. The centerline staking and survey was completed in May and the 232 drawings required for the FERC filing were completed in June. Next on the schedule is the construction alignment mapping and the design and drafting of pipeline facilities - mainline valves, launchers and receivers, etc.
Cast Iron Replacement is Ongoing Project
2007 has EMS currently working for a large distribution company on approximately 22 miles of cast iron replacement projects to be completed in 2008. These projects are mainly in Northern Kentucky. EMS is providing the expertise on the engineering, GPS surveying, and drafting efforts in the preparation of plans for permitting and construction purposes. EMS is looking forward to more of these projects in 2008.
Chesapeake Energy : Jurisdictional Limits for Gathering Lines GIS Project
EMS is finalizing the DOT jurisdictional limits of gathering lines located throughout southeast Kentucky, southwest West Virginia, western Virginia and northeast Tennessee. This project has required field location of 168 miles of pipelines – comprised of over 500 separate pipe segments - and 5600 structures by GPS techniques. Appropriate Class Markers have been set to designate Class 2 or Class 3 segments and GPS coordinates on these markers have been surveyed. All data has been assembled into a computer based GIS map system for use by Chesapeake Energy field managers and hard-copy map books are being prepared. Expected completion of this project is August 2007.
Carolina Gas Transmission Design Nearing Completion
EMS has completed the detailed design and prepared construction documents for the Carolina Gas Transmission - American Gypsum Pipeline and meter station, which will be constructed near Georgetown, South Carolina. Juan McLane, of EMS’s Houston office is providing on site Project Management for the construction. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of July, 2007.
Carolina Gas Transmission : Class Location Study
The EMS GIS Group is performing a class location study on the entire Carolina Gas Transmission system. The study includes evaluating data to determine the class locations for approximately 1500 miles of natural gas transmission pipeline. Work is expected to be completed by August, 15, 2007.
Landfill Gas Project
EMS has been retained to provide FEED (front end engineering & design) for a gas distribution utility to develop pipeline quality gas from a municipal landfill to supplement it’s pipeline supply. The developed cost per MCF of gas is actually a great deal less than current natural gas supplies. Normally, landfill gas is saturated with water and is half methane and half carbon dioxide with a smattering of other contaminants such as hydrogen sulfide and soloxanes. The water, h2s & soloxanes are removed and the real expensive portion of the work is removing the carbon dioxide by way of pressure-swing absorption or a membrane system. Afterwards, what’s left is 900-to-950 btu gas, interchangeable with regular natural gas. In essence, the landfill is very similar to a natural field.
Two other landfill gas projects are in the planning stages; one for a manufacturing plant in North Carolina and one for a chemical plant in South Carolina.
Gulfstar Energy, LLC
EMS is working for this production company in west Warren & eastern Butler counties. Our survey crew will finish the field work this week on approximately 6 miles of the first leg of Gulfstar’s 20 mile gathering pipeline. The ultimate objective is to take gas out of several dozen stranded gas wells, as well as new exploration drilling, and deliver it to Aleris Aluminum Foundry in Morgantown to the north, and into Texas Gas Transmission to the south. Gulfstar is negotiating with Fellon-McCord in Louisville, to handle the sale of the gas. Over the course of the project, EMS will have responsibility for design, procurement, construction management and gas treatment for the system.
O & G Energy, LLC
This production company had a need for a project integrator and invited EMS to undertake the effort. O & G Energy has on order a new amine plant and a new membrane system which will reduce the nitrogen from the production field. The gas will then be compressed and metered into Equitrans new Big Sandy 20” pipeline that is under construction. A total of four compressors will be used for the gas treatment and gas sales. EMS will provide the technical integration and engineering drawings.
EMS' Safety Tip for the Quarter
This month our safety tip deals with heat-related illness. Not only is Safety a part of our home life style, but EMS and EMSQC is making it a main priority in our work environment as well.
Normally, the body has ways of keeping itself cool, by letting heat escape through the skin, and by evaporating sweat (perspiration). If the body does not cool properly or does not cool enough, the victim may suffer a heat-related illness. Anyone can be susceptible although the very young and very old are at greater risk. Heat-related illnesses can become serious or even deadly if unattended.
· Dress for heat. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing. Light colors will reflect away some of the sun’s energy. It is also a good idea to wear hats.
· Drink plenty of water. Carry water or juice with you and drink continuously even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body.
· Eat small meals and eat more often. Avoid foods that are high in protein which increase metabolic heat.
· Slow down. Avoid strenuous activity. If you must do strenuous activity, do it during the coolest part of the day, which is usually in the morning between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.
· Stay indoors when possible.
· Take regular breaks when engaged in physical activity on warm days. Take time out to find a cool place. If you recognize that you, or someone else, are showing the signals of a heat-related illness, stop activity and find a cool place. Remember, have fun, but stay cool!
If you or someone you know may be suffering from a heat related illness some things to remember: cool the body, give fluids and minimize shock and if necessary call 9 – 1 – 1 for help.
For further information concerning safety please contact Kasi Egbert via email at kegbert@emseng.com or at (859) 873-0076.
Some information pertaining to this Article was provided by the American Red Cross.
New employees AND POSITIONS at EMS
EMS Introduces Juan McLane
Juan McLane is an experienced Civil Engineer and is also a registered PE in Texas. Before moving into the Pipeline Engineering field, Juan had extensive design experience in Structural, foundations, earthwork and water and sewer pipelines. Juan has "hit the ground running" since joining EMS. He is currently providing project management for a Carolina Gas Transmission pipeline as well as assisting with foundation and earthwork design on other projects.
EMS Welcomes Peter Grimes
Peter comes to EMS to us from a national engineering firm that provided a large distribution client with project engineering and management of capital budget expansion projects. He has over thirty five total years experience in the natural gas industry and is experienced in many different areas including: engineering, construction, operations and management in natural gas production, transmission, distribution, liquid natural gas, propane and land-fill gas distribution, transmission, exploration and production industries. Pete is specialized in network and pipeline analysis, design and construction of gas measurement facilities, SCADA, treatment facilities, project management, economic evaluation and rate structures. He also has a strong working knowledge of federal and state pipeline safety regulations and pipeline integrity. Peter is also a Professional Engineer registered in the state of Tennessee. Please help us to welcome Peter as a Project Manager to the EMS team. He will be a tremendous asset to the company.
Matt Franklin Begins at EMS
We are pleased to welcome Matt Franklin to EMS where he will work as a Mechanical Engineer. He graduated from the University of Kentucky in May of 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Matt has designed compressor stations and piping for varying applications in the Oil and Natural Gas Industry. He also provides support to Senior Engineers and Project Managers. Matt will be working out of the Versailles office.
Thomas Martinez Joins the EMS Drafting Team
In Versailles we are pleased to welcome Mr. Thomas Martinez. Mr. Martinez will be working as a mechanical/piping designer, and assisting Alex Crasta with on-going compressor station work as well as future projects.
Tracy Wireman Begins with the GIS Team
Tracy Wireman comes to us from the Big Sandy Area Development District (BSADD) where she has about ten years experience. She supervised and trained GIS staff in order to complete community, economic, and technical projects for federal, state and local agencies. She also worked with the private sector providing technical assistance and expertise. Tracy will serve as a GIS Technician within EMS.
EMS Welcomes Joe Bettinger
We are pleased to announce Joe Bettinger's employment within EMS. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Technology. He has many years experience and will be working as a Project Engineer mostly assisting on electrical projects. He specializes in Electro/Mechanical Control Systems, PLC design and Programming, Process Control, Data Acquisition, Troubleshooting, Project Management, and Cost Estimating. Please welcome Joe Bettinger to EMS!
EMS Adds two to the Administration Department : Emily Warne and Liza Merryman
Please join us in welcoming Emily Warne and Liza Merryman to the Administration Department. They will be assisting Project Managers along with the Administration Department with any projects to be completed. Please welcome Emily and Liza!
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