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OTC Houston 2018.

About the event

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters.

Founded in 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually at NRG Park (formerly Reliant Park) in Houston. OTC has expanded technically and globally with the Arctic Technology Conference, OTC Brasil and OTC Asia.

OTC is sponsored by 13 industry organizations and societies, who work cooperatively to develop the technical program. OTC also has endorsing and supporting organizations.

LRQA Presentations

Topic: LRQA I3P HPHT Checklist fir Design Minimum Acceptance Criteria
Speaker: Jay Andampour

Topic: Adding Value to New Well Barrier Equipment Rapid Deployment Including Regulatory Approvals
Speaker: David Cain

Topic: An Evaluation of Shear Testing Guidance and the Effects of External and Operational Loading on Pipe Shearability Using the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Method
Speaker: John Hoefler

Topic: An Evaluation Of An Air Gap Assessment Using A Focus Wave Technique
Speaker: Steve Youngkook, Kim

Booth Micro-sessions: Listen and Learn, leave and succeed

Monday, April 30th    |    2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Topic: LRQA collaboration with PhDsoft C4D® Predictive Digital Twin
Description: PhDsoft and LRQA join forces to provide state of the art technology and engineering services to empower Digital transformation in the Oil & Gas industry.
Description: Rosana Ellis and Fernando Lehrer from PhDsoft

Tuesday, May 1st       |    11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Topic: Additive Manufacturing
Presenter: Frank van Bockel
Description: More companies are using AM to manufacture safety-critical heavy equipment, but there are still challenges to come up with a process that is consistently good and safe. Whether you’re new to additive manufacturing (AM) or already using it in your processes, LRQA brings a wealth of knowledge. We provide confidence to manufacturers and end users that your AM parts and processes meet required codes, standards, controls and best practices.

Tuesday, May 1st       |    2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Topic: Smart pipeline monitoring
Presenter: Alan Turner
Description: LRQA's unique new solution, SmartSleeve, accurately monitors pipeline repairs, anomalies and operating conditions whilst reinforcing and strengthening weak or damaged pipeline sections, to ensure you mitigate costs associated with the impact of pressure reduction and pipeline rupture.

 Wednesday, May 2nd      |    11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Topic: Data Digital
Presenters: Matthew Thalakottur & Libby Vallance-Bull
Description: Promoting LRQA Data Digital Offering.

Wednesday, May 2nd      |   2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Topic: SupplHi Demo
Presenter: Federico Zanette
Description: The Vendor Passport is the assessment of the safe and competent delivery of goods and services, involving all aspects of the business operations including facilities, equipment, tools, competences, roles, internal processes, procedures, sub-contractors based on a proven track record.