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Power Research Inc. manufactures and markets a revolutionary line of chemical fuel treatments. Since 1985 we have developed proprietary products based on our exclusive thermal stability technologies.

Our first clients, primarily mid-sized, industrial marine vessels, embraced PRI fuel treatments to improve operational reliability in the very challenging waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Our core formulas were then designed for the consumer market, primarily for recreational boaters and RV enthusiasts.

In 1992, PRI-RS heavy fuel oil chemistry made its debut demonstration on a California based container vessel, showing dramatic reductions in post combustion deposits. Later that year, on a second container ship, the value of PRI was again verified through a comprehensive emissions study following California Air Resources Board (CARB) protocols. We received documented proof that PRI chemistry significantly reduces emissions from an ocean going vessel.

Since that time, Power Research Inc. has continued to take a highly flexible and aggressive evolutionary approach in technological development. Our PRI innovative culture provides on-time solutions to the dramatic challenges of today's fuel oil, addressing fuel performance and emissions control.

Our products provide tangible PRI benefits - a heightened level of vessel performance, and verifiable increases in fleet profitability.

Through innovation and proactive leadership, Power Research Inc. is now recognized as the fuel solutions standard bearer for the international maritime industry.


Founder - CEO

Wanda E. Davidson has an extensive background in business management, product development and marketing. Having originated and expanded several successful businesses, her vision for Power Research Inc. has remained progressive and focused. Her goal is for PRI chemistries to remain the additive industry leader in effectiveness and integrity, contributing to the welfare of all who use them.


Vice President -
Technical Director

Ralph E. Lewis has excelled as a research specialist in the mining and oil and gas industries since 1976. He is the author of numerous technical papers and articles on oilfield economics and bunker fuel quality issues. Lewis left Shell Oil Company to join Power Research Inc. in 1985, where, as Research and Technical Director, he has applied his knowledge and expertise toward the development of the revolutionary PRI products.


CFO

Blake K. Davidson, CPA, is a graduate of the University of Southern California Executive MBA program. He has applied his knowledge to the successful development of his own start-up companies, including a CPA firm. In 1994 he joined Power Research Inc. as the CFO-Business Development Director, contributing to the financial solidarity of the corporation.