Arion is excited to announce that Austin Davis has joined the A-Team as Vice President of Business Development for our Onshore business unit. Austin has over 15 years of industry experience, with a strong background in cultivating client relationships in the oil and gas sector. His strategic approach has driven successful initiatives focused on delivering well-planned, effective solutions for complex client needs. He is widely recognized for fostering a collaborative team environment and driving exceptional service outcomes. “As we continue to expand our Onshore business and work with new clients on their projects, we’re excited to welcome Austin to our dynamic Business Development team. Austin’s sales experience, energetic approach, and key relationships are sure to be drivers in further growing our business.” said CEO Michele McNichol. Austin is a proud graduate of Rice University, where he earned his B.S. in Managerial Studies. Outside of work, he enjoys cheering on the Rice Owls baseball team and spending time on the Blanco River in Wimberley with his wife and two children. “I am truly honored to join the Arion Team," said Austin Davis. "With Michele McNichol and Edmund Lunde at the helm, their “people-first” culture facilitates a collaborative environment where employees and clients have the opportunity to be perpetually successful. I look forward to growing our onshore business unit and creating value for each one of our clients.” We’re thrilled to have Austin on board and look forward to all that we’ll accomplish together. Welcome to the A-Team!

When plant trips occur due to control system failures, the consequences can be far-reaching, affecting both production quotas and confidence in plant operations. Despite the best efforts to identify and correct the root causes, many trips go unresolved. The pressure to maintain production, limited testing resources, transient errors, and a lack of expertise often prevent engineers from performing thorough analyses. To mitigate these issues, a systematic approach using root cause analysis techniques, such as error traps, collaboration with OEMs, and engaging experienced external teams, is essential for enhancing system reliability and preventing future trips.

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