Increasing demand, aging utility infrastructure systems and new energy sources, like biogas, have created the need for companies to invest in the construction, rehabilitation, or replacement of pipelines.
We understand the pace and challenges of transmission and distribution pipeline projects. Our comprehensive, in-house services allow us to act as your single source contractor during the design, construction phase, ensuring compliance to design standards, procedures and regulations.
Pipeline Engineering & Design
Pipeline Inspection
Pipeline Surveying
Right-of-Way
Environmental Compliance & Remediation
Environmental Protection & Natural Resources
Construction Materials Testing & Inspection
Geohazard Risk Assessment
GIS & Asset Management
Utility Mapping & Damage Prevention
Safety & Health Program
Integrity Management Plan (IMP)
Training
Pipeline Engineering & Design
A comprehensive group of gas transmission and distribution system engineering services, from system modeling to pipeline design and piping networks, regulator stations and custody transfer, industrial and commercial measurement stations. Our team of engineers, surveyors, regulatory experts and construction managers have many years of experience in the gas transmission and distribution industry.
Pipeline Inspection
Our inspectors complete an extensive Operator Qualification and Safety Training Program before performing inspection work in the field. Many of our inspectors receive additional training and certifications that are highly valued in the industry.
Pipeline Surveying
Our surveyors are equipped with state-of-the art technologies like Trimble Global Positioning Systems (GPS), total stations and AutoCAD software that exceed industry standards.
Right-of-Way
The Right-of-Way team provides acquisition services for projects on a variety of properties types with a diverse clientele. Our staff has completed projects from simple to complex ranging in size from one to 1,140 parcels.
Our certified Environmental Compliance Specialists develop unique strategic plans and work closely with clients to address environmental commitments and permit requirements. We help to understand policies and protect environmental resources without sacrificing progress or project success.
Our Environmental team is known for working collaboratively with clients to get the job done. From adeptly dealing with environmental regulations to creative problem solving, our team’s knowledge and experience are a benefit to any project.
With our state-of-the art testing facilities and fully equipped laboratories, our certified personnel perform quality control and quality assurance testing according to project specifications. We evaluate subgrade for support of varying structures or utilities, test for proper compaction on fill and backfill as well as assess the placement of subbase, aggregate base and pavement sections.
Geohazard Risk Assessment
Energy product pipelines intersect a myriad of challenging landscapes that may negatively impact integrity. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and risk assessment specialists can help you identify, mitigate, and manage these risks through services tailored to meet regulatory requirements and your companies’ unique risk profile.
We are a team of experts specializing in the implementation of the ArcGIS platform. Our partnership with ESRI and ArcGIS Online Specialty helps us provide the most affordable, user friendly, and reliable Enterprise GIS solutions available.
Our experts audit the accuracy of your company’s utility line markings to provide comprehensive reporting that will allow you to address any inconsistencies or mistakes. Our goal is to give you the tools and information necessary to provide the highest quality service to your customers.
Our safety professionals will design and manage these programs for improved safety and reduced liability. We work with you to develop a customized program designed to meet the needs of your organization.
The new regulatory requirements under in CFRS 190, 192, and 195 that are set to take effect on July 1, 2020. WSB understands the importance of an Integrity Management Plan (IMP) in addressing these new regulatory requirements. Your plan needs to ensure regulatory compliance and the safe operation of oil and gas infrastructure. Our services support IMP implementation, administration, and support during audits or other compliance activities.
Training
At WSB, we believe in continued education and have committed to maintaining industry experts on staff. Our team of certified trainers and evaluators can help you maintain compliance to have the strongest team at the beginning of every project. We can provide the training and evaluations you need to ensure your staff have the qualifications to perform on the job.