TPT March 2009

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The conference will provide a forum for presenting practical solutions and debating the future direction of the pipeline industry. Contributions are welcomed in the form of technical papers or case studies on all aspects of pipeline protection including current techniques and new developments. Papers are likely to cover themes including field joint coatings, engineered coating solutions, internal drag-reducing coatings, surface preparation, external and internal coatings, and cathodic protection. Other

topics include operation of very large diameter water pipelines, maintenance and monitoring, and rehabilitation. The conference is designed for anyone associated with the oil and gas, chemical and water industries. BHR Group Limited – UK Fax : +44 1234 750074 Email : confx2@bhrgroup.com Website : www.bhrgroup.com/conferences.aspx

Since 1933, CRC-Evans and its predecessor companies have supported the industry’s pioneers and leaders by developing much of the pipeline construction equipment used to build the world’s pipelines. With a rich history entrenched in innovation, CRC- Evans has continuously sought to improve processes through its technology and equipment. From the introduction of the first coat and wrap machine in 1934 to the development of fully digital automated pipeline welding systems in 2007, CRC-Evans has supported the industry’s progression for three quarters of a century. Today, CRC-Evans provides bending and padding equipment, automatic welding systems, weighting systems, field joint coating, heat treatment, inspection services, pipeline equipment, pipe coating, and laybarge equipment. CRC-Evans Pipeline International – USA Fax : +1 918 438 0968 18 th international conference on pipeline protection BHR Group’s 18 th international conference on pipeline protection will provide the latest information on research, development and applications in this critical area. The organisers have issued a call for papers for presentation at the conference that will be held in Antwerp, Belgium, from 4-6 November 2009. Established in 1975, this biennial event is recognised as the premier technical conference on the subject. Building on the success of its predecessors, the latest event presents an ideal opportunity for anyone involved in the commissioning, operation and maintenance of pipelines. Pipelines are big business with an estimated five million kilometres dedicated globally to energy and water transmission and supply. They are universally recognised as the most sustainable, efficient and cost-effective way to transport liquids, slurries and gases. But without proper design, installation, operation and maintenance they can fail with potentially disastrous consequences in terms of pollution from leaking hydrocarbon pipelines or unacceptable losses from water mains. Email : sales@crc-evans.com Website : www.crc-evans.com

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