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Learn causes, mechanisms, warning signs of impending problems, preventative measures to avoid getting stuck and freeing methods.
Preventing stuck pipe incidents can save thousands of dollars in non-productive time.
Stuck Pipe Prevention covers topics to eliminate or greatly reduce stuck pipe incidents on your rig.
Topics covered include the following:
- Causes and mechanisms of stuck pipe
- Warning signs of impending problems
- How to prevent stuck pipe
- Theory and proper use of jars
- Freeing techniques
With emphasis on prevention of stuck pipe, the team concept is used throughout the course, explaining the contribution and value of every crewmember in the goal of keeping the pipe free. With your data, courses can be customized, and past stuck pipe incidents can be analyzed to determine what was done correctly and where techniques can be improved.
Stuck Pipe Prevention is usually held in a two-day format, and can be incorporated with our Pre-Spud Planning course. One-day refresher courses can also be arranged.
Sample Topics Covered
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- Introduction to the Stuck Pipe Problem
- Explanation of the Mechanisms of Stuck Pipe
Differential Sticking Hole Pack-off/Bridge Wellbore Geometry
- Mechanical-related Causes
- Formation-related Causes
- Hole Cleaning
Straight-Hole High-angle Hole
- Impact of the Drilling Team/Roles
Driller Directional Driller Shakerman/Derrickman/Floorhand Mud Logger Mud Engineer Drilling Engineer Drilling Supervisor Contract Supervisor
- Preventive Drilling Practices
Top Drives Good Drilling Practices Making Connections Good Tripping Practices Trends
- Basic "Jar" Theory
Hydraulic vs. Mechanical Jars Pump Open Forces Jar Placement Techniques Jar Accelerators Running Jar in Tension vs. Compression Jar Vendor
- Freeing Procedures Overview
Pre-recorded Data Stretch Readings Maximum Overpull Calculations Methods for Three Mechanisms
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Course materials can be customized to suit our client’s needs. To discuss your group’s requirements with our staff, email us at info@randysmith.com or call us at 800.492.9355.
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