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Reliability and trust provide foundation for industry-leading problem solving

Things don't always go to plan. That’s why Odfjell Technology's fishing and remedial team offers the right solution in every situation. Safe and reliable well intervention services, built on a foundation of experience and expertise, can make the…

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Well control: It's all about knowing who your friends are

We may call them the three defenders of the wellbore: The mud, the casing and the BOP. They all play a vital part in every project. Each one covering…

A brief overview of drilling equipment standards

In the past we didn't think it was possible to drill in some of the arduous environments we are now working in. Because of these conditions, high…

Tonne vs ton when specifying handling equipment capacities & weights

Quite frequently we have customers asking us for handling equipment that is weighed in metric tonnes. The trouble is, almost all commercially…

Efficient tubular running with automated slips lifter and safety clamp

Long sections of flush joint tubular require your crew to set slips and mount the safety clamp throughout the whole string. In completion, for…

Understanding the inspection process for drilling tubulars

A thorough inspection process of drilling tubulars is required to be sure they meet the criteria for the job and is vital…

How kelly-valves (drill stem valves) are maintained and serviced

The kelly-valve is a type of drill stem valve  used to prevent flow out of the drill pipe if a kick should occur during a tripping operation. In…

Drilling jar placement: How to get it right!

The drilling jar is the driller’s best friend. Just like a dog will drag its passed out owner out of danger, the drilling jar will help you if…

The “anatomy” of casing drilling bits (L2)

The idea of using drillable bits on casing strings for CwD applications is a great one as long as you choose the correct bit for your job. These are…

Improved casing running starts with proper training of the casing crew

I guess most of you with some years in the industry remember the feeling of being a rookie. How you had no idea of the craft, or at least had not…

What is Template Drilling?

Bonanza! Your petroleum geologists have discovered an oil or gas deposit. Now you just have to get as much up as possible at the lowest possible…

The correct use of safety clamps

In one of my previous articles I spoke about the use of slips.Understanding the operation of the slips will make you understand the purpose of the…

The NORSOK R-002 standard? Sorry, what was that again?

Three years ago, NORSOK issued a new standard for all players in the petroleum industry who are involved on the Norwegian Continental Shelf: R-002.…

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