The Ultimate Flare Duo: Variable Orifice + Air Assist for Maximum Performance
We take pride in our flares—and what’s better than one flare solution? A powerful combo: Variable Orifice and Air Assist Flares. Designed to handle varying flow rates across individual lines, this dynamic duo can be used on well pads to meet specific site needs. Our experienced team evaluates every detail—layout, spacing, sizing, heat radiation, and … Read More
Ready When You Are: Fast, Reliable Solutions for the Permian Basin
At Steffes, we understand the pace of the Permian Basin. That’s why we keep flares, pressure regulating blowers (PRBs), walkovers, and more in stock and ready—because when you need equipment, you need it now. With boots on the ground and equipment ready, we’re prepared to meet your needs. Whether you’re upgrading your site, responding to … Read More
Steffes Flares Earn High-Efficiency Certification from NDDEQ
Did you know? Steffes Air Assist and Variable Orifice flares are designed with high combustion and destruction efficiencies—earning us a spot in the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality’s (NDDEQ) High Efficiency Program! What is the NDDEQ program? It is a voluntary program created to reduce fugitive emissions, increase control efficiency, and improve North Dakota’s … Read More
Steffes Partners with EERC to Launch Breakthrough Technology to Minimize Routine Flaring
Steffes, LLC, and the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) Foundation have formalized their partnership with a signing ceremony, marking the commercialization of their innovative emissions reduction technology for the oil and gas industry. The new technology, the Polar Bear Compressor, is designed to minimize routine gas flaring from upstream oil and gas operations. This … Read More
Powering the Powder River Basin: Reliable, Compliant Solutions
While Steffes serves a wide range of regions in the oil & gas industry, including the Niobrara shale play—we’ve been especially focused on the Powder River Basin, which stretches across southeast Montana and northeast Wyoming. Thanks to our support facility in Casper, WY, we’re well-positioned to support operators throughout this area. Over the past six … Read More
Regulatory Shifts, Steffes Standards: Why Reliable Flaring Still Matters
As the EPA undergoes reorganization and regulations are reviewed by the current administration, it does not change Steffes’ commitment to delivering dependable and reliable flares that meet and exceed regulatory requirements. Even if federal climate enforcement weakens, operators will still require: Reliable flaring systems to avoid environmental violations Permitting compliance to maintain insurance and reduce … Read More
Supporting Operators in South Texas with Quad Ob-Compliant Upgrades
Over the last few weeks our Eagle Ford team has been busy meeting with operators’ environmental teams to assess current equipment to identify any needs for upgrades on their sites to make sure they are complaint with Quad Ob regulations. One of the common updates we’re seeing in South Texas includes retrofitting non-compliant equipment with … Read More
Air Assist Flares Surpass Emission Standards
In alignment with Quad Ob, a methane emissions reduction standard that requires control devices to achieve at least 95% destruction efficiency, our air assist flares have undergone rigorous PFTIR testing for validation. The results confirmed an impressive 98% destruction removal efficiency, exceeding regulatory requirements and demonstrating our commitment to environmental responsibility. Engineered for a smokeless, … Read More
Connecting the Classroom to Careers: Welcoming CTE Counselors to Steffes
Steffes welcomed seven Career and Technical Education (CTE) Counselors from across North Dakota for a day of learning, connection, and exploration. The counselors representing schools from Bismarck, Bowman, South Heart, Watford City, and Williston visited our facility to gain a deeper understanding of who we are and what we do. Steffes Learning & Development Manager … Read More
Energy Services Made Easy: Flare System Support from Site Prep to Commissioning
Our Energy Services team supports installation and commissioning at locations across the Bakken—and beyond—with three easy steps: Site Preparation: Our service team conducts site assessments to determine the best location for your flares and related infrastructure. Flare System Installation: Our skilled service technicians specialize in installing flare systems and other necessary equipment, ensuring that your … Read More