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Navigating ALTA Survey Monumentation: Lessons in Ethics, Standards, and Client Communication




Project Background Several years ago, I was tasked by an employer to take over an ALTA survey that was already in progress. This was not a simple project, it involved a large energy development spanni...

The Science of Datum (Land Surveying)

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Every boundary line, elevation point, and coordinate used in land surveying depends on something most people never see: a datum. While survey monuments and maps appear fixed and permanent, the sc...

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The 5 Stages of a 3D Documentation Workflow

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Clients in several industries see value in having their facilities scanned and documented, but not many understand what it actually takes to produce a high-quality deliverable.  The scanning? Tha...

Sustainable Site Development for Tech Infrastructure

As the world moves toward sustainability, tech infrastructure projects, such as data centers, face increasing scrutiny over their environmental impacts. Sustainable site development has thus become cr...

Behind-the-Meter Solutions for Data Centers

Data centers operate under immense pressure to maintain 24/7 uptime and efficiency. Any power disruption can lead to significant financial losses and operational setbacks. Hence, there’s an increasing...

Data Center Boom: Implications for Land Services

The rapid expansion of data centers across the United States reflects the growth of the booming digital economy. Driven by an unprecedented demand for cloud computing, AI applications, streaming servi...

Embracing Technology and Automation in Land Services

In an era defined by rapid technological evolution, midstream and infrastructure projects demand innovative solutions to traditional challenges. At Percheron, LLC, the integration of cutting-edge tech...

Managing Risk Through Early-stage Engineering and Land Coordination

In the complex arena of midstream projects, risk management isn't just about reacting to problems; it’s about anticipating and mitigating risks proactively. Early-stage engineering and land coordinati...

Accelerating Project Delivery Through Integrated Land Services

In today's fast-paced energy market, the difference between success and stagnation often boils down to project speed and efficiency. This is especially true in midstream infrastructure development, wh...

Streamlining Midstream: How Percheron Delivers Smarter Operations & Maintenance Solutions

Midstream infrastructure is the vital link that keeps energy flowing across the U.S., but managing these networks is becoming more complex by the day. From aging pipelines to increased regulatory scru...

Integrated Project Management: Delivering Energy Infrastructure with Precision

At Percheron, we understand that the success of any energy infrastructure project depends on more than just strong execution—it depends on strategic coordination, proactive risk management, and a full...

Integrated Land Services: A Holistic Approach to Project Management

Infrastructure projects encompass a wide range of complex processes, including site selection, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship. To effectively...

GIS Mapping Revolutionizing Infrastructure Planning

Infrastructure planning is an intricate process that shapes the future of communities, energy projects, transportation networks, and environmental sustainability. In this complex arena, Geographic Inf...

Coordinated Permitting Services: The Key to Cost Control and Timely Midstream Development

In the world of midstream energy development, permitting is often a make-or-break phase. A missed deadline, an overlooked document, or a miscommunication with regulators can delay a project by months—...

Solving the Skilled Labor Shortage: How Integrated O&M Providers Keep Midstream Projects Moving

The midstream energy industry is facing a growing challenge: a nationwide skilled labor shortage. As experienced workers retire and fewer new entrants enter the energy workforce, pipeline operators ar...

Why Consolidating Midstream O&M Services with One Partner Just Makes Sense

Midstream companies face growing pressure to maintain operational uptime, control costs, and meet increasingly strict regulatory requirements. For many operators, the solution lies in consolidating th...

Navigating the Maze: Strategies for Regulatory Compliance and Permitting in Midstream Projects

As midstream infrastructure continues to expand and age, operators face increasing scrutiny from local, state, and federal agencies. From environmental impact assessments to land use permits and right...

The Power of Integration: How Integrated O&M Services Streamline Costs and Reduce Downtime

In the evolving midstream energy landscape, efficiency isn’t optional—it’s essential. As infrastructure ages, regulatory pressures mount, and operational costs increase, midstream operators are seekin...

Talent Management and Tech in Midstream: Overcoming Labor Shortages with Smart Strategy

The midstream energy sector is feeling the pressure of a nationwide talent shortage. As demand for experienced field technicians, inspectors, and compliance personnel rises, fewer qualified profession...

Managing Aging Infrastructure and Labor Constraints with Integrated Solutions

Across the country, midstream operators are facing two converging realities: a growing portfolio of aging infrastructure and increasing constraints on internal staffing and field personnel. Pipelines ...

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