.April 29, 2025

 

 

U.S. aims to boost offshore oil drilling by easing pressure rules

The U.S. Interior Department said it has implemented new guidelines for allowable pressure differences in a certain type of oil drilling in part of the Gulf of Mexico, changes it expects can boost U.S. oil output. Read More

Stiff-leg derricks: Lifting power and precision for complex projects

In the world of heavy lifting, where precision and power are paramount, stiff-leg derricks stand as a testament to engineering ingenuity and robust performance. Read More

 

Belltown Power announces development of 6 data center sites in North Texas

The sites are strategically positioned near major transmission hubs and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, providing rapid interconnection options and scalability for hyperscale and AI‑driven operations. Read More

Westinghouse, Bechtel sign contract to design nuclear power plant

Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel welcome the intention of the Polish government to allocate $16 billion to fund the country’s first nuclear power plant. Read More

 

Trump emergency move aims to cut approval times for energy projects to 28 days

The Trump administration said it would implement an emergency permitting process for energy and mining projects on federal lands, slashing approval times that typically take months or years to at most 28 days. Read More

ExxonMobil, Calpine sign CO2 transportation and storage agreement

ExxonMobil announced an agreement with Calpine Corporation, a producer of electricity from natural gas, to transport and permanently store up to 2 million MTA of CO2 from Calpine’s Baytown Energy Center, a cogeneration facility near Houston Read More

 

B-RAD X 3000

The B-RAD X 3000 is a powerful, battery-powered torque wrench for heavy-duty industrial applications. It boasts 3000 ft. lbs of torque, 30% faster performance than previous models and 40% more torque cycles per charge. With 4% accuracy to target, torque and angle functionality and enhanced safety features, the X 3000 sets a new standard for efficient and precise bolting. Read More

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