Drilling Industry News - Articles - Page 186

Schramm Appoints Oil & Gas Business Development Manager

Kelly Shideler's responsibilities will include the energy sector in the south central region of the United States.

March 7, 2014

Schramm, a manufacturer of mobile, land-based hydraulic drill rigs used extensively in the global energy industry, appointed Kelly Shideler to the newly created position of Oil & Gas Business Development Manager based in Houston.

Geothermal Heat Pump Industry Battles Tax Reform

To balance substantial tax cuts, the draft bill eliminates or shortens scores of tax breaks, including those currently in place for geothermal heat pumps.

March 6, 2014

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The geothermal heat pump industry has been buzzing about tax reform since the House Ways and Means Committee released a proposal by Chairman Dave Camp (R-MI) on Feb. 26.

ASCE Announces Winner of the Henry L. Michel Award

The Henry L. Michel Award for Industry Advancement of Research recognizes dedication, vision and leadership in advancing research in the design and construction industry.

March 6, 2014

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Seth L. Pearlman, P.E., D.GE, M.ASCE, president and CEO of Menard USA, has been selected by the American Society of Civil Engineers to receive the 2014 Henry L. Michel Award for Industry Advancement of Research.

NGWA Groundwater Publication Announces Editorial Team

March 6, 2014

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Hendrik M. Haitjema, Ph.D., was named the editor-in-chief of Groundwater, a technical publication for hydrogeologists produced by the National Ground Water Association.

Atlas Copco Wins Contract for Drill Delivery

Minera Los Pelambres chose Atlas Copco’s Drilling Solutions division to deliver four large blasthole drills for copper mining.

March 4, 2014

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Atlas Copco won a contract to deliver a number of large range Pit Viper rotary blasthole drills to Chilean mining company Minera Los Pelambres.

EPA Revises Permitting Guidance for Wells Using Diesel Fuel

March 1, 2014

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a revised underground injection control (UIC) program permitting guidance for wells that use diesel fuels during hydraulic fracturing activities.

Sandvik Wins Major Materials Handling Contract in Australia

March 1, 2014

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Sandvik Mining was awarded a major materials handling contract in Australia. The value of the contract exceeds $690 million, and will be executed and contributed to Sandvik Mining’s business for 2014 until 2016.

Xylem Opens Dewatering Solutions Location

March 1, 2014

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Xylem, a global water technology company focused on addressing the world’s most challenging water issues, announced the opening of its newest dewatering solutions branch in Pompano Beach, Fla.

Atlas Copco Makes Sustainable Companies List

March 1, 2014

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Atlas Copco was recognized by the annual Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World index, known as the Global 100 list, as one of the world’s most sustainable companies.