Do you know what papers, paints, adhesives, textiles, and plastic materials have in common? These items are commonly made with polyvinyl alcohol, also called PVA. This synthetic material is a colorless, odorless powder or granule. It’s also water-soluble, non-toxic, and biodegradable. Significantly, PVA is eco-friendly and approved for food and…
Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.