MaxDR large-diameter, higher-pressure, fusible composite reinforced HDPE pipe selected to replace existing thicker-walled pipe – cutting pipe cost, installation time, and reducing freight for a water midstream transfer customer. KILGORE, TEXAS — July 24, 2026 — Composite Piping Technology LLC (CPT) today announced that the first loads of its 24-inch MaxDR® 350 pipe have arrivedRead more
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The Permian Basin’s water production crisis is reshaping produced water midstream infrastructure, driving produced water disposal further from the wellhead – and demanding pipe that can keep pace. 20.7M Barrels of produced water per day, 2025 5.9:1 Average water-to-oil ratio, Permian Basin 26M+ Projected barrels per day by 2030 $2.7B Estimated Permian water OPEX inRead more
Composite Piping Technology (CPT) is pleased to announce its participation in the 6th Annual Oilfield Water Markets Conference, a premier event focused on produced water management, treatment, and infrastructure solutions. The conference will take place May 5-6, 2026, at the Irving Convention Center in Texas. Let’s Connect at Oilfield Water Markets 2026! B.G. Clark, PresidentRead more
Composite Piping Technology (CPT) is pleased to announce its participation in the 36th Annual Produced Water Society (PWS) Conference, a premier event focused on produced water management, treatment, and infrastructure solutions. The conference will take place February 9–12, 2026, at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land in Sugar Land, Texas. Let’s Connect at PWS 2026! B.G.Read more
We’re excited to share that MaxDR™ pipe has begun shipment and installation for a new 6.5-mile produced water pipeline project in the Utica-Marcellus in Pennsylvania. An E&P operator chose MaxDR over HDPE DR7 and fiberglass after weighing cost, performance, and installation challenges in the state’s mountainous terrain. Beating Others in Tough Conditions The operator wasRead more
Constructing and installing pipelines for water midstream projects is a demanding, resource-intensive process. Operators must navigate logistical, mechanical, and environmental challenges—all while maintaining a tight construction schedule. Time is of the essence, because it directly impacts project costs and long-term ROI. Traditionally, standard DR7 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe has been the go-to piping option thanksRead more
Water midstream operators today have access to more tools than ever before to boost project efficiency, performance, and profitability. For oil and gas producers seeking to enhance operational efficiency and productivity, water transportation, handling, and disposal processes often represent untapped opportunities. Forward-thinking producers and water midstream companies are now unlocking significant advancements by adopting advancedRead more
