In this latest knowledge base article, we explore the definition and processes categorized by the terms ‘gas lift’ and ‘gas injection’. For a student or industry observer, the terms can seem similar, or even interchangeable. This might be because both terms include the word ‘gas’, and from a basic standpoint, all wells involve the physical […]
The 10 Best Petroleum Engineering Schools (USA 2018)
This article covering the best petroleum engineering schools in the USA is one of the most important on our website. If you’re a regular visitor, you’ll know that we provide some high level, technical assistance to oil and gas professionals. We now want to expand our offerings to help those who are interested in a […]
Lenin Diaz Interview
Oil and Gas Titan Interview #3 Q) You’ve been in the oil and gas industry a long time, how did you get started? Well that is a question, usually one with a very long answer… A story that is often amusingly part of conversations with new and old friends; and for obvious reasons a story […]
‘Rope Soap and Dope’ meaning and origin
If you’re new to the oil and gas industry, there will be a ton of information to learn. Some of those things don’t seem important, or might seem foolish to ask. Some terms, like rope soap and dope have been around for so long, even your supervisor might not know where the phrase originally comes […]
The Differences Between NGL, BBL, BOE Oil Facts
BOE oil figures compared to BBL can be the difference between a profit and a loss Knowing the difference between a barrel of oil (BBL) and a barrel of oil equivalent (BOE) can be very important when looking at the reserves and production potential of a field. Imagine two identical exploration projects with exactly the […]
Smart Stacking and the Difference Between Cold and Warm Stacked Rigs
INTRO: This article covers the topic of the smart stacking of rigs in relation to an industry downturn like the one we’re still experiencing. We answer a few questions and then look at how the industry has adapted. Outside of the upstream sector, many people in the industry are unaware of the differences between the […]
