Well, they are at it again. You have to be really out of touch to not know about the Marcellus Shale here in PA. You also have to be real out of touch to not understand the economic benefits that it is bringing to the state and the reduced carbon footprint it can help by reducing other fossil fuel usage.

Finally, you have to be really out of touch to not understand that it is not going to poison our water supply and ruin our landscape etc. The unfortunate part is that there are many folks out there spouting reasons why this bountiful, beneficial resource should not be brought to market. Fear tactics have not been left out of the game. Hey did the hear the one about the guy who's tap water can be lit on fire. True or not, this is not a widespread problem.

Additionally, HBO took it upon itself to broadcast a documentary called "Gasland". It was panned as being a lot of gas, hot air etc. Even the DEP thought it was off base. We hope that everyone out there takes the time to visit all of the facts and impacts that this resource has to offer.

The Marcellus Coalition is a good place to start for well researched and objective information about this issue. Marcellus Shale Coalition

Kessel recently set up a booth at the IOGA Gas Expo at Peak ‘n’ Peak resort in Findley Lake, NY as well as at the Pennsylvania Gas Expo in Indiana, PA.  These shows are very beneficial to us as we look for further opportunities in the Marcellus shale play in 2010 and beyond.   We have been talking to gas companies about our design build compressor buildings that can have removable roof systems as well as sound control.  These two items are especially hot topics in the industry today. 

We will also be attending future gas expos in Monroeville, PA, St. Marys, PA, and Titusville, PA.  More info to follow as the dates get closer.