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Founded in 2002, our energy industry expertise and reputation for integrity has helped us forge deep relationships and trusted partnerships with some of the largest energy companies in the U.S.
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Supporting Today’s Infrastructure. Building Tomorrow’s.
Our energy construction and consulting expertise spans multiple industries, with more than 20 years’ of experience helping companies like yours build, operate, and maintain infrastructure that keeps essential services running.
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Ever-Changing Industry
Every article we share is backed by decades of technical knowledge. Unlock the industry insights you need to drive safety, efficiency, and proactive energy solutions.
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Coming to AMPP 2026? Stop by booth #1805! We’re bringing the tools, knowledge, and people to work through real‑world corrosion cha…
Coming to AMPP 2026? Stop by booth #1805! We’re bringing the tools, knowledge, and people to work through real‑world corrosion challenges. • Corrosion Corner—live, interactive Q&A • PACER—demonstration of a…
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We’re excited to see you next week at AMPP 2026! Corrosion Corner is officially open—our live Q&A app is available now, and will r…
We’re excited to see you next week at AMPP 2026! Corrosion Corner is officially open—our live Q&A app is available now, and will remain live throughout the show. Submit your…
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7 technical speakers over 2 days at one great conference! We'll be at AMPP Annual Conference next week sharing broad, real‑world i…
7 technical speakers over 2 days at one great conference! We'll be at AMPP Annual Conference next week sharing broad, real‑world insight across key corrosion control topics. Be sure to…
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PodcastAI and the Future of Work: AI for the Real World
AI is here, it’s not slowing down, and whether you’re excited or a little uneasy… you’re not alone. The real question isn’t “Is it good or bad?” — it’s “How…
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We’re excited to share that Austin Tesser and Matt Taylor will be presenting at the 38th Annual Wheat State Corrosion Control Semi…
We’re excited to share that Austin Tesser and Matt Taylor will be presenting at the 38th Annual Wheat State Corrosion Control Seminar next week. They'll be sharing their hands‑on expertise…
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In recognition of National Engineers Week, we’re spotlighting the kind of early‑stage engineering decisions that help shape projec…
In recognition of National Engineers Week, we’re spotlighting the kind of early‑stage engineering decisions that help shape project outcomes. Thoughtful pipeline routing isn’t just a design step — it’s critical…
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Happy National Engineers Week! Engineering shapes the communities and infrastructure we all depend on. We’re proud to have talente…
Happy National Engineers Week! Engineering shapes the communities and infrastructure we all depend on. We’re proud to have talented engineers across many disciplines contributing to the full project lifecycle—bringing practical…
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PodcastHow the Electric Grid Actually Works (with Minnesota Power’s Frank Frederickson)
There was a time as a kid when a power outage felt like an adventure—candles, blankets, stovetop heat, and the weird magic of waking up to everything “back to normal.”…
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We’re looking forward to exhibiting at the Underground Corrosion Short Course! Neil Pittman, Ryan Swor, and Steven Wenzel will be…
We’re looking forward to exhibiting at the Underground Corrosion Short Course! Neil Pittman, Ryan Swor, and Steven Wenzel will be there sharing practical and real-world insights in corrosion management. Stop…
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PodcastWhat Data Centers Actually Do (and Why They’re Everywhere Now)
What if the biggest “building” shaping your life right now isn’t a hospital, a bank, or a factory… but a concrete box full of servers, power, and cooling that you’ll…
Lifecycle Solutions
Improving Safety, Increasing Reliability, Ensuring Sustainability
Lake Superior Consulting can help your energy company:
- Prevent infrastructure failures, environmental disasters, and financial losses
- Meet complex safety and environmental regulation
- Design and improve efficient energy, water and resource transport systems
- Execute your critical engineering and maintenance projects
Our Commitment to Safety
Engineering Sustainable Solutions
That Extend Safe Operation
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Protecting Your Energy Assets
- Install high-quality coatings to extend asset life
- Perform internal and external corrosion assessments
- Determine, prioritize, and manage the proper repair of the asset
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Promoting Environmental
Sustainability- Inspect pipelines to ensure regulatory compliance
- Evaluate the impact of any signs of stress
- Conduct risk evaluation and integrity management plans
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Reducing Emissions and Resources
- Design pipelines for updated natural gas safeguards
- Ensure energy assets perform as needed
- Utilize inspections to ensure effective operations
Projects
Sustainable Energy
Success Stories01Engineering a Safer, More Resilient Underground Distribution System
Engineering Design Utilities02Strengthening System Reliability Through Comprehensive Transmission Coordination Studies
Engineering Design Utilities03Rehabilitating Structural Supports for Long‑Term Asset Reliability
Construction & Installation Management Oil & Gas04Real‑Time Engineering Support That Streamlined Hydrotest Execution
Commissioning Oil & Gas05Protecting Critical Assets with Data‑Driven AC Interference Mitigation
Engineering Design Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas Utilities06Optimizing Terminal Power Reliability with a New 115 kV Substation Design
Construction & Installation Management Oil & Gas07Modernizing Facility Automation Through a Comprehensive RTU Replacement Program
Commissioning Engineering Design Oil & Gas08From Route Selection to Final Design: A Full‑Scope Liquids Pipeline Solution
Engineering Design Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas09From Inspection to Execution: Comprehensive Support for Pipeline Construction
Construction & Installation Management Engineering Design Utilities10Enhancing Pipeline Reliability Through Strategic Cathodic Protection Construction
Commissioning Construction & Installation Management Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas11A 20-Year Partnership Delivering Continuous Corrosion Control Support
Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas Project Management12Delivering a Reliable, Sustainable Cooling System for Compressor Station Performance
Construction & Installation Management Oil & Gas13Delivering Reliable Power for Remote Cathodic Protection
Commissioning Engineering Design Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas14Delivering Compliance and Confidence With Thorough PHA Support
Engineering Design Oil & Gas15Comprehensive Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management for Critical CP Systems
Commissioning Construction & Installation Management Oil & Gas16Building Capacity with Confidence: 250 HP Pump Expansion
Engineering Design Project Management17A Turnkey Approach to AC Interference Modeling, Mitigation Design, and Installation
Construction & Installation Management Engineering Design Oil & Gas18A Smarter, Cleaner Approach to Airport Power
Engineering Design Utilities19A Digital NDE & ILI Dig Program Built for Accuracy and Efficiency
Maintenance & Integrity Oil & Gas20A Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Design for a 50 MW Power Generation Facility
Engineering Design Oil & Gas UtilitiesOur Leadership Team
Leading with Integrity

Ryan Swor
President

David Hokanson
Vice President, Engineering

Cary Hill
Vice President, Finance & Accounting

Rob Unzen
Vice President, Operations


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