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Stuck Pipe Prevention

 

 

 

 

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

 
  • 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
 

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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