Stuck Pipe Prevention Course

ABOUT THE COURSE

It is estimated that approximately US$ 2 billion are wasted annually on stuck pipe. Furthermore it is believed that 80 – 85% of these stuck pipe incidents are preventable.

This course focuses upon the key mechanisms with which pipe becomes stuck and upon how the sticking mechanisms can be prevented through proper planning and operational procedures. It also covers the Driller’s First Actions, i.e. what the Driller should do as soon as he has become stuck in order to maximise the possibility of becoming free.

To maximise their learning, delegates work through actual stuck pipe case histories, identifying the sticking mechanisms, prevention measures and what to do to get free.

Presentation material is through the use of the Stuck Pipe Prevention Handbook, PowerPoint, case histories, videos and digital film.

COURSE CONTENT

• Overview
• Hole Pack-Off & Bridging
• Differential Sticking
• Formation & Wellbore Geometry Related Problems
• Hole Cleaning
• Tools, Equipment & Systems
• Operational Optimisation
• First & Preventative Actions
• Teamwork
• Group / Teamwork Exercises

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Engineers, Drilling Supervisors & Superintendents
• Drilling Contractor personnel
• Service Company personnel

DOCUMENTATION

The Stuck Pipe Handbook, used extensively throughout the course, will be provided to all delegates to take away at the end of the course.

THE COURSE FACILITATOR

Dr Michael Gibson, who has 20 years of course facilitation experience, 30 years total oilfield experience.

COURSE LOCATION

• Singapore - Copthorne King’s Hotel.
• Clients’ offices / offshore as required.

COURSE DURATION

• 3 days.