PinnacleAIS to Speak at 2009 API Inspector Summit

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryan Sitton, President and CEO of PinnacleAIS, was asked to speak at the upcoming API Inspector Summit occurring in Galveston, Texas January 27th through January 30th. PinnacleAIS is a leading provider of services and technology specializing in improved asset integrity for the petroleum and chemical processing industry. During the 2009 API Inspector Summit, Mr. Sitton will be discussing strategies and options for selection and placement of Thickness Monitoring Locations (TML’s) and Condition Monitoring Locations (CML’s) within a modern mechanical integrity program.

“This is an area of particular emphasis for Pinnacle, and we are proud to be one of the leaders in TML and CML Optimization.”

As a critical part of inspection program management, CML Optimization is a primary part of streamlining inspection activities. It helps to reduce ineffective work-loads, while ensuring that areas of degradation are adequately addressed. These types of technical initiatives are currently receiving a high degree of focus as oil, gas, and petrochemical companies look to ensure the most efficient use of budgets and personnel.

“I am extremely honored by API to be selected to speak on this topic which has become such a critical component of industry inspection programs,” stated Mr. Sitton, Founder and CEO of PinnacleAIS. “This is an area of particular emphasis for Pinnacle, and we are proud to be one of the leaders in TML and CML Optimization.”

“This, being the second API Inspector Summit, presents a great opportunity to interact with other people in the industry, and to receive some exceptional technical information,” said John O’Brien (Chevron) the Chairman of the API Sub-Committee on Inspection. “This particular topic is one that is of high importance to the industry, and is repeatedly a very popular theme in any inspection related conference. We are looking forward to having Ryan’s presentation as a part of the agenda.”

About the 2009 API Inspector Summit (www.api.org)

API invites you to join us at the API Inspector Summit in Galveston, Texas, in January 27-30, 2009. The API Inspector Summit will provide an opportunity to learn about new and existing industry codes and standards, hear about emerging trends from experts, and discuss new issues. The API Inspector Summit is also the only networking event for inspectors in the industry.

About PinnacleAIS (www.pinnacleais.com)

Based in Houston, TX, PinnacleAIS is a leading technology and services provider, specializing in wholesale improvements in asset integrity for the petroleum and chemical processing industry. Through innovative technology and world class services, PinnacleAIS offers a unique approach to asset integrity, helping operating companies realize substantial improvements in compliance and safety, while simultaneously reducing costs and business risks. PinnacleAIS is a member of numerous trade organizations including The American Petroleum Institute (API).

PinnacleAIS was founded in 2006 and is privately held.