US Department of Commerce Recognizes ThermaSource
Thursday, September 2nd, ThermaSource received special recognition by the US Department of Commerce and Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey for their drilling project in Nicaragua.
ThermaSource was presented with an Export Achievement Certificate from the US Department of Commerce’s Export Assistance Center.
Louis Capuano, Jr. Chief Executive Officer for ThermaSource was there to accept the Certificate along with Marketing Manager, Patrick Hanson.
“ThermaSource appreciates the assistance that Elizabeth Krauth with the US Dept. of Commerce provided our team in Nicaragua. Their help streamlined the process of our drilling equipment clearing customs in less than a week.” said Mr. Capuano.
For more information on the US Department of Commerce or the Export Assistance Center, visit www.export.gov
ChemTech becomes ThermaSource Drilling Fluids
ThermaSource is capitalizing on an opportunity for a fresh start with ChemTech Services, LLC. In doing so, and to become more aligned with the family of ThermaSource companies, management has agreed ChemTech will now be known as ThermaSource Drilling Fluids.
ThermaSource, LLC Receives 2009 Best of Business Award
SAN FRANCISCO, November 7, 2009, Thermasource, LLC has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Engineering services category by the Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA)
The Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is pleased to announce that Thermasource, LLC has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Engineering services category.
The SBCA 2009 Award Program recognizes the top 5% of small businesses throughout the country. Using statistical research and consumer feedback, the SBCA identifies companies that we believe have demonstrated what makes small businesses a vital part of the American economy. The selection committee chooses the award winners from nominees based off statistical research and also information taken from monthly surveys administered by the SBCA, a review of consumer rankings, and other consumer reports. Award winners are a valuable asset to their community and exemplify what makes small businesses great. About Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA)
Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is a San Francisco based organization. The SBCA is a private sector entity that aims to provide tactical guidance with many day to day issues that small business owners face. In addition to our main goal of providing a central repository of small business operational advice; we use consumer feedback to identify companies that exemplify what makes small business a vital part of the American economy. SOURCE: Small Business Commerce Association
CONTACT: Small Business Commerce Association
Email: Press@SBCAAwards.org
Happy Holiday Season
ThermaSource would like to send their warm wishes to you and your families this holiday season.
A Successful GRC Annual Meeting / Geothermal Energy Expo 2009
What a week! ThermaSource spent the past week in Reno, NV at the Peppermill Hotel attending the GRC Annual Meeting and exhibiting at the Geothermal Energy Expo 2009. Between the meeting and the expo, ThermaSource had about 20 employees on site.
Trying to keep the momentum going from last years extravagant towering booth, ThermaSource stretched it out this year moving to a 10’ x 40’ booth instead of a 20’ x 20’.
The booth had two leather chairs and a couch on one end and a 6-seat conference table on the other, to support an environment of meetings with long time friends in the industry, current and future clients.
To top it all off, ThermaSource hosted a Tuesday afternoon happy hour at their booth where they quickly became the center meeting area for the entire exhibition.
Lastly, ThermaSource marketing team, Patrick Hanson and Caity Johnson continued their reign as Audience Choice-Best Booth Award for the second straight year.
Below are a series of pictures from the show.
ThermaSource at the Geothermal Project Showcase
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ThermaSource at the Geothermal Project Showcase - Newseum - Washington DC
Earlier this week, May 6th; ThermaSource presented video footage for the first annual Geothermal Project Showcase in Washington DC, at the Newseum.
Over 250 people, in a standing room only venue attended the Showcase. All eyes were glued to the 5 flat-screen televisions strategically placed throughout the room. Each company presenting was given 15 minutes to introduce their projects and show the video footage. ThermaSource was up 2nd and showed a video that highlighted 3 key projects in 2008. The first project was for OIT with Rig 105 in Klamath Falls, OR. The second project was for Nevada Geothermal Blue Mountain project in Winnemucca, NV, and the last project was for Bottle Rock with Rig 108 in the Geysers.
Lou Capuano, Jr. CEO, introducing the ThermaSource video at the Geothermal Project Showcase.
The Capital, host of the Geothermal Project Showcase
The first panel of the day, from left to right, Ormat, ThermaSource, Western GeoPower and Pratt & Whitney, fielding questions following all video presentations.
ThermaSource at CANGEA's First Annual Conference
The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association (CANGEA) held their first annual conference in Vancouver, B.C. April 22-24, 2009. ThermaSource was invited to both exhibit and speak at the event.
Louis Capuano, Jr., CEO of ThermaSource gave a keynote speech on the morning of the first day, introducing the general concepts of geothermal energy and citing that Canada should try to capitalize on their budding geothermal potential.
The venue was held at Vancouver’s brand new, state-of-the-art Convention Center which is built more than 50% over the water! All of the major geothermal players from the West Coast, and the world attended, supporting Canada’s efforts to begin exploitation of their geothermal resources.
Louis also spoke on the second day, sharing a panel with ORMAT, Sierra Geothermal, and Magma Power, discussing each company’s contributions to the industry.
It was a great conference, that ended with a lot of momentum going forward for CANGEA and their energy goals.
ThermaSource Exhibit at CANGEA
Picture of the Week
Steam from a well drilled by ThermaSource Rig 101 in Winnemucca, Nevada.
ThermaSource Picture of the Week
This photo is of Rig 108 running a hot liner, with the crew making a connection.
January 2009 Newsletter
ThermaSource and Make-A-Wish
David Godfrey, 14 years old, diagnosed with and and undergoing treatment for a rare form of leukemia had one wish. To have an impact in today’s environment. When the Greater Bay Area, Make-A-Wish Foundation Chapter learned of David’s admirable and selfless wish, they began brainstorming how they could help make David’s wish come true.
On January 19th, 2009, David, his mother and father, accompanied by the Director of the Bay Area Chapter of Make-A-Wish Foundation drove up to Santa Rosa, CA to visit the offices of ThermaSource. David had to write a report on geothermal energy a year ago and since then has been intrigued by the renewable, base load energy source. When David arrived, the conference room was all set for him. At his seat was a lot of ThermaSource gear, including a black jacket with his name and ThermaSource logo embroidered, a shirt with the TSI logo, a blanket, hat and green hard hat with his name and TSI logo on it. We had a small selection of pastries, juice and fruit for the morning, a PowerPoint, about six unique geothermal rock formations (provided by Paul Brophy and Mike Lane of EGS, Inc.).
After introductions, CEO, Lou Capuano, welcomed David and briefly spoke about ThermaSource and how it began. Patrick Hanson then began with the Power Point and over the next hour steered an open discussion that led for a memorable day. Bob Swanson elaborated on several key drilling and engineering aspects, explaining how a drill bit works and having to answer one of David’s most unique questions: “Why would you use a drill bit made of tungsten when it’s such a brittle metal?” To hear a 14 year old, 8th grader ask such sharp and advanced questions was inspiring. Paul Brophy described the difference between the types of rocks he brought and explained to David how they were formed. Jim Hanson explained the difference between drilling core wells and conventional wells. Mike Lane, GIS Specialist for EGS, Inc., showed David a series of maps ranging from Northern California down to the geologic make-up of The Geysers, and 3D maps of recent wells drilled in the area.
After the hour long open discussion with David and the ThermaSource team in the Santa Rosa corporate office, Patrick Hanson, Paul Brophy, Caity Johnson and Anne Marie Van Roy led the caravan up to Bottle Rock. Awaiting our arrival was Willie Leuzinger, Safety Specialist. Willie gave us a brief safety presentation and equipped everyone with the proper safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hats.
Fully equipped in safety gear, we headed up to the top of Bottle Rock where Rig 108 was drilling. David was greeted by Company Man, Rod Inman, Tool Pusher, Daryl “Hoss” McConnell, and Safety Captain, Carlos Tapia. The group was allowed to climb up to the rig floor to watch the drilling up close. It was here where David watched the ThermaSource crew making a connection with more drill pipe. After our time on Rig 108, David and company made way for Bottle Rock Power Plant.
Larry Bandt, Executive Vice President of Engineering for Oski Energy greeted us and led the group on a tour of the plant. Larry showed David a large turbine which generate the electricity from steam. The group was then led to the main computer room, which controls the entire plant’s steam usage.
After completing the tour, we enjoyed sandwiches and cookies provided by Chloe’s Café.
David then had to rush off to Far Niente Winery in St. Helena where he was to tour the facilities that were powered by floating solar panels.
All in all, it was an absolute delight to be a part of David’s wish and I’ve been told that David said this was his most exciting segment of his wish. To follow David’s whole story, click here
Technology, Innovation and Creativity Report 2008-2009
The County of Sonoma Economic Development Board has recently published a Technology, Innovation and Creativity Report for 2008-2009. The report outlines Sonoma County’s mission to be on the leading edge of new technologies. On page 27, a section titled Green/Clean Technology - highlights the county’s trend setting renewable and clean energy companies. ThermaSource is mentioned along with Zap! cars, Enphase Energy and EDC Technologies as the leaders in this sector.
To read the full report, click here.
Picture of the Week
To start the New Year off right, this week’s photo is a close up of a “shaker.” A shaker is a key mechanism in the drilling fluids business on the rig site. Photo taken by Alan Bartley, Chief Mud Engineer of ChemTech Services.
December 2008 Newsletter
ThermaSource Giving in the Holiday Spirit
The rig crews, tool pushers, company men, and mudmen at Rig 101, (currently in Winnemucca, NV) have taken it upon themselves to put together a donation to help a local family in the Winnemucca area for the holidays. Members from each of the 4 crews contributed to the cause.
The Rig 101 Team found a family through the local Chamber of Commerce. The family was not a regular at the local food bank. The father of six children was just laid off from working in the mines 3 months earlier. The Chamber said the father is a very humble man and a hard worker that is just having a difficult time with the lay off and the economy.
The Team at Rig 101 was able to raise $800 and claim it was a collective idea and group effort.
One of the Rig 101 Participants was quoted, “We were not intending to show off or draw attention to us. We just wanted to help this family enjoy a big Christmas, which we did. These guys did this from the heart. It was cool to see!”
This was a truly admirable act by Rig 101’s crew. Happy Holidays!
ThermaSource Picture of the Week
ThermaSource Rig 105, Thermal Single, running a hot liner at Bottle Rock in September, 2008. Photo taken by Willie Leuzinger
ThermaSource Picture of the Week
ThermaSource has an immense image bank of rig and landscape photos that should be seen by everyone. This is the first post for the “ThermaSource Picture of the Week” Series. Click on the thumbnail for a larger view. Photo taken by Willie Leuzinger
Rig 101 at Sunrise at Blue Mountain in Nevada
November 2008 Newsletter
Geothermal Finance and Investment Summit
ThermaSource participated in the recent Geothermal Finance and Investment Summit, held in Palm Springs, CA, November 17-19, 2008.
David Workman, COO, attended all of the sessions and networked with geothermal industry leaders.
Lou Capuano, Jr., CEO, was invited to speak on a Panel, titled, “DRILLING, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES” and participated with a small group of industry colleagues.
“It was a very productive and successful summit,” says Capuano.
ThermaSource made an impression at this event, sending two of their top executive officers to attend. More evidence, that ThermaSource is becoming a serious player in the geothermal world market.
ThermaSource Represented at New Zealand Geothermal Workshop
2008 is the 30th anniversary of the Geothermal Workshop, New Zealand’s longest running energy conference.
Jim Hanson, Executive Vice President of Operations is representing ThermaSource and our expanding International operations at the 2008 New Zealand Geothermal Workshop in Taupo, New Zealand.
Click here for more information on the New Zealand Geothermal Workshop.
September/October 2008 Newsletter
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ThermaSource Cementing Completes First Job
The ThermaSource Cementing team hit the road with a pump and bulk truck to Buffalo Valley, Nevada (South of Battle Mountain) for their first cementing job since being founded earlier in 2008. They successfully cemented a 400’ - 10-3/4” surface pipe. The Team’s next scheduled cementing job will be this weekend in Utah.
Congratulations to everyone for all their hard work put forth to get ThermaSource Cementing off and “pumping.”
ThermaSource Cementing Pump and Bulk Truck
ThermaSource Cementing Crew getting things ready for the job.
ThermaSource Cementing employees, Willy Henderson and Eric Balcom posing in front of a company truck.
ThermaSource Wins Best in Show
As the Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference and Expo came to a close on Wednesday afternoon, the GEA held their annual awards ceremony.
One of the Awards given out at the Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference and Expo, was Best in Show. This award was given to the best booth voted on by the attendees.
ThermaSource took home the prize by an overwhelming amount. “This was icing on the cake for us” says Patrick Hanson, Marketing Specialist, “We worked very hard on putting together a booth at this show that propelled the ThermaSource brand up to par with our industry reputation.”
For all ThermaSource employees who were able to attend and work the booth, thank you for help!
Below, Caity and Patrick accept the “Best In Show” Award.
Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference & Expo - Day One
Fresh off the buzz from the exciting opening reception, Day One of the Exposition was a seamless success. ThermaSource executives met with key business partners, clients, investors, and prospects all day.
Patrick Hanson and Caity Johnson, (pictured below) pose for the camera on a short break from managing the ThermaSource booth. Both spent the better part of 3 months preparing for the largest industry specific conference of the year.
To the left: ThermaSource booth standing tall above the rest of the exhibitors.
Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference & Expo Update
Sunday, October 5th, 2008
The GRC Annual Meeting and Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference & Expo kicked off the week with a beautiful reception on the exhibit floor.
This years Conference and Expo is the largest there has ever been. “It is amazing how many people registered this year to attend,” says Paul Brophy, President of the GRC, “We thought last year was a great turnout, and this year our attendance grew by 35%!”
Mr. Capuano, President & CEO of ThermaSource, said that the ThermaSource booth looked phenomenal and that he is extremely proud to be here this year.
Sunday nights reception was a great success for ThermaSource and the geothermal industry as a whole. The night was scheduled to end at 8:30pm, but the floor was packed until well past 9:30pm. “A true testament to the geothermal industry’s momentum,” says Mr. Capuano.
Below are several pictures of the ThermaSource booth at the reception. Another update to come after Monday.
ThermaSource Booth at the Geothermal Energy 2008 Conference & Expo is the tallest booth on the exhibition floor, and can be seen from anywhere in the hall.
From left to right, Marc Brennen, Director of Business Development & Marketing, Gayle Detillion, EGS, Inc., Executive Assistant, Paul Brophy, President & CEO of EGS, Inc., and the GRC, and Valerie Brophy, enjoying the Reception at the ThermaSource booth.
August 2008 Newsletter
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