Oilfield Electrification Technologies

Jim Watkins
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A monthly show discussing the technologies that power the oilfield with electricity. Industry experts discuss topics ranging from microgrids to e-frac.

  1. 10/16/2024 · VIDEO

    Halliburton's Octiv Platform: Revolutionizing Fracturing with Automation

    In this episode, the World Oil team explores Halliburton's Octiv® intelligent fracturing platform, which automates spread control, significantly improving consistency, efficiency, and reliability. Eli Bogle, Product Champion for Production Enhancement demonstrates how Octiv optimizes pump operations, reduces manual interventions, and extends equipment life. Kurt Harpold, Strategic Business Manager for Production Enhancement introduces the ExpressKinect™ valve skid, a technology aimed at creating a people-free red zone to enhance safety on-site. The episode concludes with a brief look into Halliburton’s future advancements, including the development of more powerful 6000-horsepower electric pumps.

    31 min

  2. 08/13/2024

    Innovations and collaborations at the Marine, Construction & Engineering Deepwater Development conference

    In this special episode from the Marine Construction and Engineering Deepwater Development conference in Amsterdam, Kurt Abraham, Editor-in-Chief of World Oil, sits down with Stephane Hiron of SLB to discuss the future of electrification in offshore oil production.

    12 min

  3. 07/23/2024 · VIDEO

    Halliburton's Sensori™ fracture monitoring service and subsurface innovations

    Explore the forefront of fracturing technology in this episode from Halliburton’s facility in Duncan, OK. Faraaz Adil, Global Product Line Manager, and Price Stark, Commercial Champion for PE Frac Technology, join us to discuss the technical advancements of Halliburton's Sensori™ fracture monitoring service. Learn how non-intrusive subsurface diagnostics and continuous, automated monitoring are optimizing fracturing operations.

    19 min

  4. 06/26/2024 · VIDEO

    Revolutionizing fracturing: Halliburton's ZEUS electric fracturing system

    In this episode, we journey to Duncan, Oklahoma—the birthplace of Halliburton—to explore their latest advancements in electric fracturing technology. Host Jim Watkins is joined by Halliburton's VP of Production Enhancement, Shawn Stasiuk, and Chris Atchley, Sr. Product Manager of Production Enhancement. Together, they discuss the evolution of hydraulic fracturing, from the industry's inception to today's cutting-edge electric fracking systems. Discover how Halliburton's new modular ZEUS electric pumping unit and innovative automation techniques are setting new standards for efficiency and reliability in electric fracturing.

    42 min

  5. 04/05/2023

    Season 1 Finale: Everything we've learned about oilfield electrification so far...

    In this season finale, recorded live at HFTC, Shane and Jim review the fantastic technologies and people we've had the opportunity to meet during season 1. We also discuss with NOV and GD the trend towards electric fracking and the future of even higher horsepower pumps in the industry.

    34 min

  6. 03/02/2023

    The Challenges of Electrifying the Oilfield: Engineering and Policy Perspectives

    In this episode, hosts Shane and Jim talk with Simon Palacio, an engineer and construction specialist at Burns & McDonnell, about the challenges of planning and constructing infrastructure for oilfield electrification. They discuss the increasing demand for electricity in the oil and gas industry, creating a need for more reliable and dispatchable generation sources. Simon explains the concept of rotational inertia and its importance for frequency stability on the grid, highlighting the limitations of renewable energy sources like solar panels for handling transient loads. They also discuss the impact of policy and regulations on the industry, including the EPA's rules and procedures that reduce reliable energy sources by up to 10-20%. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the complex engineering and policy issues shaping the future of oilfield electrification.

    48 min

  7. 02/23/2023 · BONUS

    Live from the Oilfield Electrification Technology Conference

    In this bonus cross-over episode from World Oil Deep Dive, we talk with attendees, speakers, and key players at the Oilfield Electrification Technology Conference to learn about critical new technologies and trends in oilfield electrification. The technologies and presentations at this conference show a strong trend toward electrifying oilfield operations.

    34 min

  8. 02/02/2023

    Onsite Electrical Generation Using Waste Products You Never Considered

    If you've ever wondered about good uses for used wind turbine blades you'll want to listen to this episode. Shane and Jim speak with Brent Mulliniks from Eco Hydroflow about closed-loop recycling of produced water using industrial waste to generate gas to generate electricity for the process. This is next-level technology that shows how our industry is making changes that will provide for our future energy needs while having a minimal impact on the environment.

    40 min
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A monthly show discussing the technologies that power the oilfield with electricity. Industry experts discuss topics ranging from microgrids to e-frac.

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