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January 9, 2008

PRCI Announces 2008 Research Program

Pipeline Research Council International, Inc. has announced its 2008 research program consisting of Member contributions of $7 million to continue a five-year trend of increasing research spending.  Research programs in which PRCI is currently engaged now total more than $20 million.

"The membership of PRCI has taken a strong leadership position for the past 55 years in assuring that the energy pipeline industry is supported by a world-class research program.  The 2008 program continues that legacy and will include research that is vital to the safe and efficient design, construction and operation of pipeline systems world wide," said PRCI Chairman Art Meyer.  "In addition, this year's program includes ethanol transportation research focused on the technical and operational issues associated with delivering a promising source of energy to consumers in a safe, cost-effective and environmentally sound manner."

In addition to its work on ethanol, PRCI's 2008 program will include:

  • Mechanical damage - detection, characterization, and management to address third party damage and geo-technical events.
  • Design and construction - specialized programs in recognition of the dramatic build out of the pipeline system in both developed and developing regions.
  • Integrity management - continued research in corrosion and environmental cracking so as to enhance safety and reduce the potential for incident.
  • Compressor and pump stations - work to reduce air emissions and reduce fuel requirements.
  • Measurement - continuing improvements to metering accuracy, reliability and cost-effectiveness.
  • Underground storage - to improve storage facility integrity and operational flexibility.

"PRCI serves as a bellwether for the industry by identifying and researching emerging issues and technologies affecting energy pipeline transportation.  By allocating their annual contributions to specific research programs and projects, our members assure that PRCI research directly responds to their needs," stated PRCI President George Tenley.  "Member contributions are leveraged with additional funding from several sources, including our leading co-funding partner, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Administration in the U.S. Department of Transportation."

Please click here to view our 2008 Research Program.

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