Ep. 4 - The Frac Hand Perspective with Adam Hegwer
In this episode, we learn from Adam Hegwer about his former experience as a frac hand. Today, Adam is a consultant and has shared with us more information about typical hydraulic fracturing chemicals, the role of a frac hand, how equipment differs by company, operational difficulties on site, and much more. This episode's co-host, Josh Kieffer, sheds interesting light on his perspective as one who grew up in a community opposing hydraulic fracturing operations.
Oilfield Basics Discover Podcast · Derek Krieg & Friends, Josh Kieffer
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Show Notes
1:00 - Co-host (Josh Kieffer) introduction
4:10 - What we're going to be talking about
5:50 - Oilfield Basics Update
7:00 - Adam introduction and background
14:00 - Changes from vertical to horizontal well treatments
18:00 - Chemicals & containment
22:30 - The frac hand perspective: who they report to, how they progress, things that others might not realize
31:00 - How equipment differs by company
33:30 - Designs given by engineers that are hard to execute
41:00 - Advice for those just getting started
51:00 - Closing remarks