Carl Hamm PPS’ Post

In todays more complex drilling environments. Are oil and gas drilling accident more or less expected. I've attached a post I raised almost 8 years ago on this. Comments, thoughts, views welcomed. Please share this post with other drilling, well construction groups.

Working in Outside Sales in the Permian Basin, at the heart of the oilfield industry, offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities. This job requires a strong understanding of our clientele's needs, the industry's rhythm, and often involves long, demanding hours. But the rewards are substantial, from building profound professional relationships to playing a vital role in the energy infrastructure of our country. Every morning starts early. Given the 24/7 operation of the oilfields, our clients often need components delivered at short notice, and the early bird really does get the worm. Daily tasks range from placing orders, managing deliveries and, of course, advising and selling to customers. Each part of the work caters to a different skill - organization, salesmanship, industrial knowledge, and people skills. Knowledge of electrical components and how they fit into the wider oil extraction and production process is vital. This includes understanding the specifics of transformers, pumps, motors, cables, and lighting products. Being able to converse coherently and supportively with oilfield electricians, engineers, and professionals is all part of a day's work. Customer service takes on a whole new meaning in this role. The relationships formed with clients go beyond mere transactions - they're partnerships, based on trust and mutual success. When a client has a problem, it becomes our problem, given the significant cost of downtime in the oilfield. Because the oil and gas sector feels the heat of national and global market fluctuations, one needs to stay cognizant of these shifts. Staying competitive helps the clientele navigate through these ups and downs. It can be quite the rollercoaster ride, but it keeps you on your toes and ensures there is never a dull moment. Despite the demanding hours and frequent unpredictability, there's a unique sense of satisfaction that comes from knowing you play a vital role in an industry that powers our world. The relationships made, the constant learning, and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges makes life in the heart of the oilfield industry a truly fulfilling profession. #permianelectricalresources #oilandgas #drilling #drillingrigs #permian #electrical #odessa www.permian-elec.com

Process Safety-Drilling String. Drill strings are essential in oil and gas drilling operations, but they come with several hazards and risks. Below are the key hazards, associated risks, and mitigation measures to ensure safety in drilling operations. By recognizing these hazards and implementing proper controls, the risks associated with drill string operations can be significantly reduced.

Big win for Kenetic Pressure Control with this LOI from NOS, For anyone not aware, The Kinetic Blowout Stopper, or K-BOS, is a retrofittable, large bore electrically initiated, pyro-mechanical gate valve which performs the critical function of shearing and sealing during drilling, completions and intervention well control operations. According to Kenetics website "The K-BOS is designed to shear anything above the bit, and seal instantly no matter the flow – no exceptions. The industry’s first true blowout “stopper” as opposed to current “preventers” – “think of it as the airbag for the oil & gas industry”." https://lnkd.in/dwA3_Dj8

✴ Why we do not remove choke manifold during buildup process? ✅ The choke manifold is a critical component in controlling and regulating the flow of fluids during drilling operations in the oil and gas industry. It's not removed during the buildup process because it plays a crucial role in managing wellbore pressure, preventing blowouts, and ensuring safe drilling operations. Removing the choke manifold could lead to uncontrolled pressure releases, posing significant risks to both personnel and equipment.

"The energy landscape is changing significantly, with operators increasingly using underbalanced coiled tubing drilling (UBCTD) combined with closed-loop solids handling systems for sidetrack drilling operations. This move is motivated by the need to easily access new reservoir zones, hence increasing well productivity while reducing environmental impact". "Coiled tubing (CT) has emerged as a highly efficient tool for a wide range of in-well intervention operations, including clean-outs, sidetrack drilling, stimulation, and well diagnostics. This adaptive tool can be used in situations when a complete drilling rig is not necessary. Its ability to operate in live or under-balanced conditions without having to kill the well is a key advantage, preserving reservoir integrity and reducing environmental impact". "The use of UBCTD in conjunction with closed-loop systems has various advantages, including preserving natural reservoir permeability and increasing hydrocarbon recovery rates. By avoiding overbalanced conditions, UBCTD minimizes formation damage and maximizes well productivity. Furthermore, the closed-loop system allows the use of a wide range of fluids throughout operations while keeping them contained within the system and reducing environmental and personnel risks". #underbalanced #coiledtubingdrilling #closedloop #solidsmanagement #benefits

🌟 Pushing the Boundaries in Drilling Innovation at Universal Wellhead Services 🌟 At Universal Wellhead Services, we're committed to setting new standards in the oil and gas industry, particularly in the complex world of drilling operations. Our latest advancements in wellhead technology and surface pressure control are designed not just to meet the needs of today’s drilling engineers but to anticipate the challenges of tomorrow. 🛠️ Innovation at Work: Our integrated wellhead systems are engineered for extreme conditions, ensuring high performance under the most demanding circumstances. With features like enhanced corrosion resistance and compact, modular designs, our products offer reliability and flexibility that drilling engineers can depend on. 🔧 Safety First: Safety is at the core of everything we do. Our wellheads incorporate the latest in safety technologies, including our ILS. A one-piece wellhead without lock-down pins, reducing the risk of unplanned releases and ensuring safer operational environments. 🌍 Sustainability Commitment: We are also proud to push forward with greener technologies in our wellhead designs. By minimizing the environmental footprint of drilling activities, we are not just complying with regulations but are leading the way towards a more sustainable future in energy extraction. 🤝 We're Here to Collaborate: We understand that every drilling project has its unique challenges, and that’s why we are here to collaborate. Our team of experts is ready to work alongside drilling engineers to tailor our solutions to your specific needs, helping to solve your most complex challenges in the field. 💡 Let’s Connect: Are you a drilling engineer looking to enhance operational efficiency and safety? Connect with us to learn how our innovative wellhead solutions can be part of your next project’s success story. Visit www.universalwellhead.com for more information or reach out to info@universalwellhead.com to discuss your needs. Let’s innovate together for safer, more efficient, and environmentally responsible drilling. Join us in driving the future of energy! #DrillingEngineering #OilAndGasInnovation #UniversalWellheadServices #EnergyIndustry #SustainabilityInEnergy

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮-𝟮𝟬𝟯𝟮. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 The Well Completion Equipment market, valued at USD 11.1 billion in 2021, is projected to surpass USD 17 billion by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.40% from 2022 to 2032. Well completion equipment optimizes well production and injection through smart systems and simpler packer ranges. Components such as production packers, valve covers, chokes, liner systems, and sub-surface safety valves (SSSVs) are specifically designed and tested to meet well specifications. The completion process includes perforating, stimulating, running production tubing, and cleaning wells for different reservoirs, each tailored to unique conditions. Selection criteria for well completion equipment include downhole temperature and pressure, operating modes, elastomers, number of zones, and well intervention expenditure. The market is expected to grow due to increased exploration and production (E&P) activities and rising energy demand, driving companies to extract more hydrocarbons from existing wells using advanced technologies. This growth will promote large-scale exploration in regions like the Gulf of Mexico, the South China Sea, and the North Sea, further fueling market demand. 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗗𝗙: https://lnkd.in/ec5kuWMs *𝗕𝘆 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲: Packers, Sand Control Tools, Multistage Fracturing Tools, Liner Hangers, Valves, Smart Wells, Others *𝗕𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Onshore, Offshore *𝗕𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa *𝗕𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀: Forum Energy Technologies, Rasson Energy India Pvt. Ltd., Weatherford International PLC, Superior Energy Services, RPC Incorporated, Halliburton, Ziebel, Naseem Bukhari FZC, Wellcare Oil Tools (P) Ltd., Baker Hughes Inc., Packers Plus Energy Services Inc., Schlumberger Ltd., Tristan Well Service Ltd., Welltec, Rhein-Nadel Automation GmbH #wellcompletion #oilgas #oilandgas #petroleumengineering #completionfluids #downholetools #artificiallift #productionoptimization #reservoirevaluation #wellintegrity #safety #downhole #onshore #offshore #drilling #productionengineering #casing #cementing #sandcontrol #fracking #stimulation #wellhead #completionequipment #reservoircharacterization #productionlogging #dataanalysis #artificialintelligence #downholepressure #downholetemperature #corrosionresistance #wellintervention #completiondesign #wellconstruction #oilfieldservices #welltesting #productionmonitoring

🔧 The Importance of Regular Inspection and Maintenance of Alternators on Drilling Rigs 🔧 In the demanding environment of drilling rigs, the reliability of every component is paramount. Regular inspection and maintenance of alternators are not just best practices—they are essential for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and compliance. 🌟 Why It Matters: Reliability: Prevent unexpected failures and keep operations running smoothly. Safety: Reduce the risk of electrical hazards. Efficiency: Optimize performance and reduce energy costs. Longevity: Extend the lifespan of your equipment. Compliance: Meet industry standards and avoid legal issues. Investing in regular maintenance is investing in the future of your operations. Let’s keep our rigs running safely and efficiently! 💪 #DrillingRigs #Maintenance #SafetyFirst #OperationalExcellence #DrillingRigs #Maintenance #OperationalExcellence #SafetyFirst #Maintenance #IndustrialAutomation #Engineering #Efficiency #DrillingRigs #OilAndGas #Oilfield #RigLife #OffshoreDrilling #Petroleum #Energy #OilIndustry #Construction #Mining #Upstream #CrudeOil #Gas

𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 #### Field Management Field management in the petroleum sector encompasses the comprehensive oversight of oil and gas operations, from exploration to production and maintenance. Key aspects include: 1. **Reservoir Management**: Understanding the characteristics of oil and gas reservoirs is fundamental. This involves geological and geophysical studies to model reservoir behavior and optimize extraction techniques. 2. **Drilling Operations**: Efficient planning and execution of drilling activities are crucial. This includes selecting appropriate drilling sites, managing drilling schedules, and ensuring the use of suitable drilling technologies to maximize resource recovery while minimizing costs. 3. **Production Optimization**: Enhancing the efficiency of oil and gas production involves using techniques such as enhanced oil recovery (EOR), which includes methods like water flooding, gas injection, and thermal recovery to extract more resources from existing wells. 4. **Facility Management**: Managing the infrastructure that supports oil and gas production, including pipelines, storage tanks, and processing plants, is vital. Regular maintenance and upgrades ensure operational efficiency and safety. 5. **Environmental Management**: Implementing measures to minimize the environmental impact of petroleum operations is critical. This includes managing waste, reducing emissions, and preventing spills through proactive environmental planning and response strategies. 6. **Health and Safety Management**: Ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment is paramount. This involves rigorous adherence to safety protocols, regular training, and emergency preparedness plans. Photo refrence, credit : https://lnkd.in/dzuxqEYS