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Aging Pipeline Infrastructure: What You Need to Know
Many miles of oil and gas pipelines were built before 1960 (some as old as the 1920s) and are still being used today. That means nearly 50 percent of the U.S. pipeline system is 40 years old or older. The aging infrastructure has very real consequences that could play out with in the next few
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Top Issues Facing Subsea Pipelines and How to Protect Pipelines Against the Elements
The Gulf of Mexico shoreline is constantly shifting. The northern Gulf, where both pipelines and vessel traffic are most concentrated, experiences rapid shoreline erosion from natural tide patterns and frequent storms. It easy to see how subsea pipelines can be impacted over time. Storms can cause wave- and current-induced movements of nearshore sediments, which can
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5 Ways to Keep Your Crew Safe This Winter
The work on your job site doesn’t stop when the weather gets cold. It’s important to know what steps to take to keep your construction workers warm and safe. Here are 5 ways to keep the job going forward safely in the middle of winter. Inspect Sites This is especially important after a storm strikes.
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Tips To Prevent Injuries during Winter Storms
As the industry leader in pipeline exposure remediation, Submar knows a lot about workplace safety. As the temperatures begin to cool and winter months approach, it’s imperative that people plan for ways to stay safe. Below, Submar has provided some tips on how to prevent injuries on the job site of your next pipeline erosion
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Things to Do While In Houma
Submar, the leader in pipeline erosion control, is located in Houma, Louisiana. The area is rich in Cajun culture and history. If you’re coming to visit and have some time before or after your visit to the Submar office, here are a few ideas.
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Pipeline Monitoring
Submar is well-known as the pipeline erosion control leader in the oil and natural gas pipeline industry. While Submar is perhaps most famous for Submar mats, which are articulated concrete revetment mattresses, Submar also uses multiple methods for pipeline exposure remediation. Among the arsenal of Submar tools is pipeline monitoring.
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Looking Back On the Move to Houma, LA
Twenty-five years ago, Submar moved to Houma, LA. At the time, no one knew that Submar would grow to become a leader in pipeline exposure remediation in the United States. Since then, Submar has engrained itself into the fabric of the Houma community.
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Learn More about the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center
Submar is concerned with pipeline erosion and is continually looking for sustainable solutions. Having established itself in Houma, LA, the company is in touch with the environment and surrounding community. One of the non-profit organizations for which Submar cares profoundly is the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center.
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Introducing Submar’s New California Location
Although Submar’s headquarters is in Houma, Louisiana, the company recently expanded into California. When the company first moved to Houma in 1993, it was a move that kept them close to their client’s needs. The decision to open an office in California in 2018 is evidence that Submar values proximity to clients and is willing
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