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Tory Technologies Announces the Opening of New Offices in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Thursday, November 5, 2020
NTS Selects MaCRoM® to Manage its New Control Room in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Monday, August 31, 2020
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
COSMOS® – Enhancing and Expanding the Power of FLOWCAL & Field Applications
Monday, July 13, 2020
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When Regulation Matures, Management Must Evolve Alongside It
In recent years, regulation of the pipeline sector in Brazil has undergone a clear process of maturation. More structured standards, better-defined requirements, and higher expectations for traceability and governance have become part of operators’ daily routines.In this context, the Regulamento Técnico de Dutos Terrestres (RTDT) , established by the Agência Nacional do Petróleo, Gás Natural e Biocombustíveis, represents an important milestone. The Regulation not only introd
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Mar 173 min read
Alarm Management: A Cohesive Strategy for High-Performance Control Room
In pipeline operations, alarms are the nervous system of the control room, signaling deviations that demand immediate attention. But when alarms become excessive, fragmented, or poorly contextualized, they create noise instead of clarity. Traditional SCADA systems often generate alarm records in complex and disconnected ways, making it difficult to analyze operational conditions. When data is overwhelming or scattered across systems, decision-making slows, operator fatigue in
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Mar 83 min read
From Guidelines to Practice: Turning Terminal Management Standards into Operational Reality
In terminal operations, standards and manuals play a critical role in defining how safety, integrity, and efficiency should be managed. Documents such as the Terminal Management Manual, published by IBP (Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Brazilian Institute), consolidate years of industry experience, regulatory expectations, and best practices into a single reference point for operators. They clearly describe what needs to be in place for a terminal to operate safely and in complia
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Feb 34 min read
The Future of CRMs: How AI Is Transforming Control Room Management
In the pipeline industry, safety and precision are non-negotiable. That’s why control room operations have traditionally been cautious about adopting new technologies, especially those that involve automation or decision-making. But as the pressure to optimize costs and improve efficiency grows, AI is beginning to find its place in Control Room Management Systems (CRMS). Originally, Control Room Management Systems (CRMS) were developed to assist control room operators by stre
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Jan 283 min read
Unlocking Insights with COSMOS KPIs: Managing Schedules and Devices
In today’s fast-paced world, managing schedules and devices efficiently is crucial for any organization. Recently, we had the opportunity to share with the community the innovative approach of using COSMOS KPIs to enhance device schedule management. This approach provided valuable insights into how COSMOS KPIs can revolutionize the way measurement teams handle device schedules, ensuring compliance, improving performance, and driving data-driven actions. The Challenge The comm
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Jan 203 min read
What Can We Learn From PHMSA Penalties?
Since their implementation, CFR control room management standards have played a pivotal role in helping pipeline companies maintain compliance and stay current across multiple facets of their operations. These standards address critical areas such as safety management, controller fatigue and well-being, infrastructure integrity, alarm analysis, and the comprehensive documentation and reporting of high-priority daily activities. Their primary objective is to guide organization
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Jan 153 min read
The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing in Oil & Gas Control Rooms
Within the oil and gas sector, control rooms serve as strategic command centers, ensuring that operations are conducted with safety, efficiency, and profitability at the forefront. Yet, despite their critical role, many control rooms are still operating on outdated systems and legacy infrastructure. Why? Because upgrading feels disruptive. Expensive. Unnecessary, at least for now. But the truth is, doing nothing comes with its own costs, and they’re often hidden in plain sigh
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Jan 83 min read
The Tory Users Summit: The Future of MaCRoM – A Roadmap to Shaping Control Room Management
The past Tory Users Summit provided an exciting glimpse into the future of Tory Technologies and its products, including MaCRoM, a leading application in the control room management field. The event was a blend of history, innovation, and forward-thinking, providing the perfect opportunity to present the MaCRoM Roadmap, presented by Juan Serinyà, CTO and MaCRoM Product Director. This presentation offered attendees a comprehensive understanding of MaCRoM’s evolution and its pl
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Dec 11, 20253 min read
Why Measurement Uncertainty Matters More Than Ever in the Hydrocarbons Industry
Accuracy in the hydrocarbons industry is essential for financial outcomes. Whether you’re producing, transporting, or refining oil and gas, the accuracy of your measurements directly impacts your bottom line. And while error margins have long been monitored, measurement uncertainty is now taking center stage. By definition, measurement uncertainty is a parameter associated with the result of a measurement that characterizes the dispersion of values that could reasonably be at
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Nov 30, 20254 min read
CRM: The Strategic Link Between Compliance, Collaboration, and AI platforms in Pipeline Operations
In pipeline operations, compliance isn’t optional, and collaboration isn’t a luxury. Control Room Management Systems (CRMS) have become essential tools for operators who need to meet strict regulatory requirements while ensuring seamless coordination across teams. CRMS were developed as a direct response to federal regulatory requirements, 49 CFR 192.631 and 195.446, which were developed based on API RP 1168 and provide best practice guidelines for control room management. Th
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Nov 16, 20253 min read
The Tory Users Summit: The Future of COSMOS – A Roadmap to Innovation
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, staying ahead of the curve is not just an ambition but a necessity. At Tory Technologies, we understand this imperative, and our COSMOS product roadmap is a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence. As we look towards the future, we are excited to share the key milestones and features that will shape the next generation of COSMOS. A Journey of Continuous Improvement Our journey with COSMOS has been one of continuou
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Nov 3, 20253 min read
Resilience in Pipeline Operations: Managing Outages Through Strategy and Collaboration
In pipeline operations, outages, whether planned or unexpected, are part of the job. What makes the difference is how well they are coordinated across teams to be managed. At the center of that coordination is the Control Room, working together with either field personnel or project teams to keep operations running, as well as safe, efficient, and compliant. The control room is the last responsible for the secure operation of the assets; therefore, it is where every operatio
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Oct 27, 20252 min read
The Tory Users Summit: Unveiling the Power of COSMOS – A Comprehensive Overview
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying ahead is essential. The recent Tory Users Summit 2025 served as a forum for industry leaders to explore the capabilities of COSMOS, a state-of-the-art solution that expands the functionality of FLOWCAL and TESTit, streamlines the daily operations of measurement teams, and boosts overall efficiency. This blog post highlights the key insights from the summit’s presentations, emphasizing COSMOS’s transformative impact
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Oct 8, 20253 min read
The Tory Users Summit: AI in Tory Technologies and the Energy Industry
On August 20, 2025, at the Tory Users Summit, Tory Technologies hosted a groundbreaking panel discussion that delved into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) within the company and the broader energy industry. This event brought together experts from various sectors to share their insights, experiences, and visions for the future of AI. Here’s a look at the key takeaways from this enlightening session. Tory Technologies’ AI Vision Tory Technologies is
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Oct 1, 20253 min read
5th Annual MaCRoM User Group Meeting: Get the Highlights
On Thursday, November 21st, Tory Technologies had our 5th Annual MaCRoM User Group Meeting . The event was filled with lots of interesting and insightful topics, from Alarm Management, new AI initiatives, and the future of MaCRoM® . After months of planning and preparation, we covered it all in a two-hour event. While the meeting will be uploaded on our video platform, ToryVideo , we want to give you the highlights here in this blog post. Keep reading to learn more about this
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Nov 26, 20243 min read
3rd Annual COSMOS User Group Meeting: The Highlights
On Thursday, June 13, 2024, Tory Technologies held our 3rd COSMOS User Group Meeting. This three-hour event was filled with lots of interesting topics and discussions from our special guests and our team. We’ll be uploading the entire webinar on our video platform, ToryVideo , but in the meantime, we wanted to give you all the highlights. Keep reading to learn more about the 2024 COSMOS User Group Meeting! The event began with an introduction of the meeting’s agenda by our h
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Jun 19, 20243 min read
Tory Technologies Receives SOC 1 and SOC 2 Compliance Certification
Tory Technologies, Inc . is pleased to announce that we have completed our System and Organization Controls (SOC) 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II audit. These are our second and third certifications after receiving SOC 2 Type I in the past. Developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), the SOC audit is one of the most recognized standards of information security compliance in the world. SOC 1 and SOC 2 are audits to assess internal controls regarding data security, firewa
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Jan 29, 20242 min read
4th Annual MaCRoM User Group Meeting: Get the Highlights
On Thursday, December 7th, Tory Technologies had our 4th Annual MaCRoM User Group Meeting. The event was filled with lots of interesting and insightful topics, from the potential implementation of AI in control rooms, to fatigue management, and the future of MaCRoM® . After months of planning and preparation, we covered it all in a three-hour event. While the meeting will be uploaded on our video platform, ToryVideo, we want to give you the highlights here in this blog post.
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Dec 14, 20234 min read
Tory Technologies Implements COSMOS® in México
Tory Technologies, Inc. is proud to announce that one of its clients in Mexico is implementing COSMOS® as the SMADA platform to gather, manage, validate, process, and distribute all the volumetric measurement data of its gas transport network. With the firm commitment to comply with all the regulatory requirements known as “Miscelanea Fiscal” and in line with the vision to implement a truly digital transformation across its client’s needs, Tory Technologies will provide CO
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Apr 24, 20222 min read
Tory Technologies Announces the Opening of New Offices in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tory Technologies takes great pleasure in announcing the opening of its new office in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Our remarkable growth over the last few years has made possible our long-time vision of expanding further and offering our services to more countries in Latin America. Having had the opportunity to work with several companies in Brazil over these years, Tory-Tech aims to pave the way for our Control Room Management and Measuring Data Management software solutions to m
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Nov 5, 20201 min read
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