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Delaware basin operator experiencing multiple trips per lateral section and DBR bits. Seeking to run more aggressive bits to increase ROP

Delaware basin operator experiencing multiple trips per lateral section and DBR bits. Seeking to run more aggressive bits to increase ROP

10,000’+ Laterals Drilled to TD with Single BHA - Delaware Basin CougarDS.com © 2019 Cougar Drilling Solutions | v1.0 RELIABLE. CAPABLE. CONSISTENT. Challenge Delaware basin operator experiencing multiple trips per lateral section and DBR bits. Seeking to run more aggressive bits to increase ROP without the negative consequences of DBR bits resulting in trips. Application Analyze BHA, well profile, drilling performance requirements and discuss specific objectives with drilling team. Optimize MT3X-500 configuration and placement for maximum effectiveness. Results Drilling engineer chose a bit that typically DBRs quickly but provides higher ROP. Back-to-back record runs on (2) rigs, with >10,000’ drilled with a single BHA on each well. Reeves County, Texas Mechanical Thruster Case St

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