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Worker Exposure to Crystalline Silica During Hydraulic Fracturing

NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

Hydraulic fracturing or fracking is the process of injecting large volumes of water, sand, and chemicals into the ground at high pressure to break up shale formation allowing more efficient recovery of oil and gas.

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An Ancient Hazard in a 21st Century Workplace: The Power of Partnerships and Collaboration Investigating Respirable Crystalline Silica in Hydraulic Fracturing

NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

In 2013, NIOSH researchers published exposure assessment results for respirable crystalline silica in oil and gas extraction (OGE) workers performing hydraulic fracturing.

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ProFrac’s 2025 Outlook: Next-Generation Frac Technology & Livewire Power

Oil Gas Leads

NASDAQ: ACDC) has set an ambitious course for 2025, leveraging next-generation hydraulic fracturing technology and its newly launched Livewire Power division to drive operational efficiency and growth. Stay updated on the latest developments in hydraulic fracturing and oilfield services by following our blog!

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AI in Oil and Gas – A Game-Changer for Efficiency and Profitability

Aresco

AI in oil and gas is propelling the industry to new heights. The oil and gas industry has always been driven by innovation, and today, artificial intelligence (AI) is pushing the sector into a new era of efficiency, precision, and profitability. Digital twinsvirtual models of physical assetsare also transforming maintenance strategies.

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COVID-19 PIVOT: Virtual Well On Paper Workshops

Drillers

When we master our surroundings, we can harness the forces of nature that we can then engineer to our will. Hydraulic fracturing gets touted as revolutionary, but those of us that have been around for a while know that it’s hardly new. The oil and gas sector is as critical as any other primary industry.