K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-13 | Christine Edwards | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much. That was a big help to us. |
| 2009-11-12 | Dennis | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much David, my question was answered by your response. |
| 2009-11-04 | K. | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | It's wonderful to have someone who is knowledgeable about the subject to discuss questions and information with. I really appreciate you Mr. Traugott - I might return with more questions! |
| 2009-10-02 | Mike | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | David thanks so much! Really appreciate your response! |
| 2009-09-22 | ML | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks David, outstanding turn-around! |
| 2009-09-17 | Tim | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Outstanding! This really helps me in my negotiations. The outfit said they would produce my well for a year to get it back to full production while only paying me 1/8 landowners share. By the way, I am in S.E. Ohio. Thanks again for your help |
| 2009-07-30 | Charmaine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks that was great help |
| 2009-07-21 | Linda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your help David. |
| 2009-06-11 | holly | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-06-06 | ronald | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-05-27 | Graham | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks your for your time & information. |
| 2009-05-21 | Glenda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much. I contacted the Commonwealth of PA. Dept. of Environmental Prot. Oil & Gas Management Program and they advised it is also 200 ft. from any existing structures or water supply. Thanks for the confirmation! |
| 2009-05-15 | Allen | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very knowledgeable and alot of good answered my questions thank you very much this help me alot |
| 2009-05-06 | Randall | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-04-27 | Michael | 10 | 6 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-02-24 | Robin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks very much. The well is in Logan County so I think i'll give that district a call. |
| 2009-02-24 | Jocylene | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much for your time and knowledge. |
| 2009-02-18 | Victor | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | quick - clear answers |
| 2009-02-11 | Johnny | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much. I think you gave a very precise and timely response! |
| 2009-02-10 | Beverly | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks. All10's |
| 2009-01-27 | Tom Langel | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | David, This is excellant information. Thanks! If you work as a consultant, would you please provide your contact information? Or, if not, can you provide another? Sincerely, Tom Langel 406 284-6546 or email langel@amerimont.com |
| 2009-01-27 | George | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your quick response! I was afraid that was the case. Thanks for the great link! George |
| 2009-01-26 | Peter | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you David for the quick response! |
| 2008-12-22 | Martin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks again for your time! |
| 2008-12-20 | Martin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thamks again for your time. |
| 2008-12-04 | Betsye | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thanks again... |
| 2008-12-03 | Betsye | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thank you for your time. The articles are very beneficial to us. Guess we will wait and see if the new wells make or not!! Happy Holidays! |
| 2008-11-24 | Bill | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very quick response |
| 2008-11-21 | Dick | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-11-19 | Stu | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you. Excellent answer. Big help. |
Answers by Expert:
I can answer questions related to the technical issues associated with the drilling and completing of oil and gas wells; very familiar with the cementing process and LWD tools. Limited knowledge of mineral rights and/or royalties.
Twelve years working as an engineer in the industry both in the field and in the office. Field locations include offshore, land, and overseas. Office locations include Lafayette, LA and Houston, TX.
Organizations
SPE, AADE, IADC, API, IEEE
Publications
SPE Drilling and Completion Magazine
Education/Credentials
-Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, 1995
-Currently working on MBA, 2010 (anticipated)
Past/Present Clients
Major and Independent Oil and Gas Companies.

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