Case Studies

Bakken Operator Prevents potential Twist Off of the BHA using AI Washout alert

Bakken Operator Prevents potential Twist Off of the BHA using AI Washout alert

AI Alert warns rig of washout in the drillstring

An operator in the Bakken was drilling ahead in the lateral section when the company man received an AI washout alert via text.  The Rotary Static Pressure dropped while the flow rate and mud weight remained constant. The rig tripped out of the hole and found a washout in a drilling collar.

Key Results & Value Delivered

AI Driller’s washout detection saved a potential fishing job and lost BHA with potential costs up to $1 million.  The operator was able to finish drilling the well under budget.

North Dakota

Region

Bakken

Field / Basin

$1M