About Us

Get to know Separa’s upstream innovators

The Separa story

A leader in upstream emissions reduction solutions, Separa helps oil and gas producers bring measurable net zero progress to the well pad. Our energy industry veterans understand the demands of production, and we use this expertise to deliver practical separation solutions that reduce carbon emissions, opex and equipment capex. Equal parts innovators and “boots on the ground” relationship builders, we partner with our customers to enhance their separation accuracy and sustainability. 

Innovation and measurement have been part of Separa’s story from the start. Our team has first-hand experience as operators dealing with the shortcomings of conventional separation equipment – both onshore and offshore. Applying years of experience in mechanical engineering, systems programing and controls, and production and operations management to the challenge, Separa’s solutions effectively separate oil streams immediately, enabling highly precise measurement and produces zero emissions. Today, our advanced separation technologies are enabling net zero progress and accurate measurement in some of the most carbon-intensive segments of the production chain — and we’re not done innovating yet. 

As the energy transition progresses, Separa is committed to developing upstream emissions reduction solutions that provide measurable environmental and operational benefits. We’re proudly based in Midland, Texas, manufacture our equipment in the U.S..

Separa is an Emerson Flow Strategic Partner utilizing Roxar Watercut, Rosemount, Micro Motion Coriolis, Density, Magnetic and Vortex flow technologies to provide customers with the most accurate and reliable Oil & Gas flow measurement solutions.

Our vision and values

Separa is on a mission to make novel, emissions-reduction technologies practical and approachable for oil and gas producers. We’re relationship-driven, dependable and passionate about accelerating the energy transition.

Dependability
We deliver on our promises and support our customers with reliable field services

Innovation
We make advanced technologies practical and approachable for our customers

Trust
We build relationships based on trust and communicate honestly with our customers and community

Measurable Progress
We help our customers make tangible progress toward their sustainability goals

Our leadership team

Ben Wilhite

Chief Executive Officer

Ben joined Separa in July 2023 as CEO. Ben drives the overall business and company strategy, making sure the company has the right people, capital, and resources to serve its customers well. He has more than 20 years of experience delivering results in high-growth businesses. Prior to Separa, Ben was Co-CEO of WellAware, President & Co-Founder of Oilfield Labs of America, and regional business manager for Bosque Systems. Ben graduated with a B.B.A. from Baylor University.

Robert Miglis

Chief Technology Officer

Rob is an expert in process control, flow and measurement systems design, control logic programming, and more. He brings nearly two decades of experience and leadership in the oil and gas industry, having worked with and supported companies such as Texaco, Chevron, DCOR offshore, Allen Bradley, and Emerson.

Tyson Butler

Chief Financial Officer

Tyson leads Separa’s strategy and operations. His specializations include the execution of business strategies, financial analyses, and operational plans. Prior to Separa, Tyson held leadership positions at O’Melveny & Myers, KPMG, and as a co-founder and advisor to a variety of startups. Tyson received a B.A. with honors in Accounting and Finance from the University of Arizona and an M.B.A. from UCLA Anderson.

Blake Fincher

Senior Sales Manager

An Odessa, Texas native, Blake has worked in oil and gas production for 14 years. He specializes in technical sales, marketing execution and industry education. Throughout his career, he has helped develop numerous technologies, working on multiple patented tools and being listed as the inventor of three products. Blake has also held leadership roles at multiple companies supporting the oil and gas production industry. He attended Odessa College and is certified in Theta Rod Pumping Optimization.

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