Though offshore oil is often discussed in negative terms, there are actually many reasons to believe that it has an overall (if not overwhelmingly) positive impact on the country. Offshore drilling is a way to boost the country economically, obtain better global positioning, and even help the environment… and all of this relies upon future … Continued
Millennials have historically been completely opposed to the use of oil and gas and other fossil fuels, instead attempting to promote “cleaner” energy sources such as solar power. But much of this comes from assumptions that are made regarding the oil and gas industry and may not necessarily be true… and for the good of the … Continued
Tiger General swab master rigs are intentionally produced to last a long time, be affordable to maintain, and be safe to operate. There are many unique technologies that Tiger General has developed throughout the decades of working with and developing oil field technology and products. These American made systems are created for the benefit of domestic … Continued
In the United States, the domestic oil industry has just achieved its strongest week of the year, which means good things for the oil industry and the rebounding economy. Though there were initially some fears throughout the industry regarding the ramped up oil production, these fears have mostly been addressed and the price per barrel has … Continued
Zero emissions vehicles may not exactly be as their moniker claims. Zero emissions vehicles are designed to appear environmentally friendly due to the fact that they do not emit greenhouse gases, which are believed to adversely impact the climate. However, many zero emissions vehicles have an impact that is either similar to or even more than … Continued
Tiger General, LLC offers a patented and proprietary hardware/software data acquisition and monitoring solution that is built on Windows 7. It had numerous advantages in oil field environment, through the use of it’s touch screen operation and its color coded gauges, with real time engine and rig data. For operator of Swab Rigs, this technology is critical. … Continued
Swabbing is an excellent way for businesses to increase the useful lifespan of a well while also reducing their own costs and any associated impact on the environment. Swabbing is used in conjunction with methods such as hydraulic fracturing (“fracking“), in order to recover more from the well. Understanding this process is vital to improving the … Continued
The United States oil rig count continues to climb, as well as the rig count in Canada. As of mid-June, the rig count has grown by six week-over-week, with 22 straight weeks of growth. But this growth is also being matched by Canada, which raises some questions regarding how the future of the oil and gas … Continued
Buying a swab rig is a major investment. Whether you’ve decided to purchase a used, reconditioned, or new rig, there are some questions you’re going to have to ask yourself about your needs and your budget. Though you should always consult with a professional before actually committing to a purchase, you can begin your planning … Continued
The U.S. rig count is currently up to 927 units, according to Baker Hughes, which is an increase of 11 over the past week. Historically, U.S. rig count is generally used as a direct prediction of enthusiasm and strength within the oil and gas market, as it correlates to whether or not businesses are actively … Continued