Tips for witness testing [Best from the web]

24 Jan

This article is the first in our “best from the web” series. From time to time we will be showcasing some of the helpful articles and content out there as far as the optimisation of oil and gas production facilities are concerned.

Have you been handed some responsibilities to oversee or witness a shop test for rotating equipment? If you have, then this article is for you. The author(s) from Turbomachinery International provides some quick practical tips and guidelines for preparing for and attending turbomachinery witness tests.

The author succinctly explains the objectives, what to expect and how to prepare for witness testing of rotating machinery. This article in my opinion provides a good and punchy starting point for anyone who is looking to be involved in the witness testing of turbomachinery in oil and gas applications.

Enjoy reading the article.

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Sodi Toby

Sodi serves as our Managing Director and Projects Director. He has management and technical oversight across our offices. He graduated from the University of Sussex, UK with a first class MSc in Turbomachinery. Sodi has a track record of successfully managing production optimization and field development studies for major oil and gas companies internationally. He is an expert in gas compression and integrated asset modelling with more than a decade experience. In his career, the value he has provided in these areas has led to significant decisions which have provided immense production and project benefits for several operating companies. He has previously held senior roles including Head of Projects and Management Team Leader in a reputable engineering consulting firm from which he left to start up Eta Energy Solutions. He has also in previous roles, led software development teams in developing bespoke integrated asset modelling software. Sodi is a Chartered Engineer, professionally recognized by the Engineering Council (UK) and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN). He is also a professionally recognised member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (UK) and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). He speaks regularly and presents technical papers at international oil and gas conferences across the world.