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AC Interference Mitigation Engineering Services By Kiefner

Corrosion Control /

AC Interference Mitigation Engineering Services Alternating Current (AC) interference on gas and liquid pipelines can pose significant safety risks and accelerate corrosion. AC in close proximity to pipelines, mainly from overhead power lines or adjacent electrified rail systems, can adversely affect the pipeline’s integrity and the safety of its surroundings. With a rich history of

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Dyke Hicks

Kiefner And Associates Experts /

Dyke Hicks Director of Operations Mr. Dyke Hicks earned a BS in Mathematics and Economics from the University of Iowa and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State. He joined Kiefner in 2015 after nearly seven years with Koch Pipeline, LLC, and 13 years with Baker Hughes.  His career began with working in the

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Lucinda Smart

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Lucinda Smart Principal Engineer Mrs. Lucy Smart earned her BS and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University. During her time there, she supported a student-led competitive academic agreement program (CAAP) research project in tandem with PHMSA, which led to a better understanding of the principle relationships associated with material properties for non-destructive

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MEGA Problem?

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Mega Problem? We’d like to think we are cheaper than PHMSA fines! The new “Mega Rule” can be complex and challenging to navigate. Kiefner can provide you with straightforward answers to complex questions or audit your programs for compliance. We offer practical services for gas and hazardous liquid pipes: MAOP reconfirmation MAOP establishment for Type

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Stress Analysis

Stress Analysis /

Stress Analysis Stress analysis is a process found in virtually all industries.  Exceeding a material stress capacity can directly impact the public’s safety and the environment’s quality when a material failure occurs. Through stress analysis, we can secure the integrity of structures, from bridges and office buildings to pipeline systems, by evaluating the stresses a

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Investigate Pipeline and Equipment Failures

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Investigating Pipeline and Equipment Failures Are you searching for a trusted service provider to investigate pipeline and equipment failures? Do you need traceable, verifiable, and complete (TVC) materials records per 49 CFR 192.607? Kiefner has a state-of-the-art materials analysis laboratory capable of extensive mechanical, metallographic, and corrosion testing for the oil & gas and process

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PHMSA Research Announcement

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PHMSA Research Announcement Kiefner and Associates, Inc. (Columbus, Ohio) is honored to announce its recent 3-year, $1.5MM USD project award under PHMSA Research Announcement # 693JK323RA0001. This significant recognition comes after a rigorous selection process where we were evaluated against several esteemed competitors in pipeline integrity engineering. Kiefner’s President, Mr. L Trae J. Miller III, ESQ,

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Understanding Surface Loading, Encroachment, and Buried Pipe Stress: A Comprehensive Approach

Stress Analysis /

Understanding Surface Loading, Encroachment, and Buried Pipe Stress: A Comprehensive Approach Background Burden of Buried Pipes: Every submerged pipeline faces the constant pressure of the soil that engulfs it. When these pipelines traverse areas like railroads, roads, and construction sites, they endure additional loading from surface vehicles, including substantial construction machinery. Such surface pressures induce

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