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Micro Motion Coriolis Meters Improve Safety and Efficiency of Drilling Process with Enhanced Kick Detection

Micro Motion Coriolis Meters Improve Safety and Efficiency of Drilling Process with Enhanced Kick Detection

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AN-001176 / © 2009 Micro Motion, Inc. All rights reserved. For more information: www.EmersonProcess.com/solutions/oilgas www.micromotion.com Micro Motion ® Coriolis Meters Improve Safety and Efficiency of Drilling Process with Enhanced Kick Detection BENEFITS • Improved safety through enhanced influx detection of formation fluids • Reduced non-productive time (NPT) of the oil rig • Lower operating costs with the elimination of manual sampling and the use of nuclear technology APPLICATION Oilfield Services – Drilling Fluid Management – Kick Detection During the drilling process, drilling fluid (mud) is taken from the storage pit and pumped down the drill string and returned to the surface for treatment and reuse. The drilling fluid has many functions, such as cooling the bit, removi

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