... Abstract This paper builds on Klenner et al. 2018 , which utilized machine learning to understand well-to-well communication ("Frac hits") or fracture-driven interaction (FDI) during hydraulic fracturing operations. This paper introduces an infrastructure that enahances the process for real...

... Abstract In today's data-driven economy, operators that integrate vast stores of fundamental reservoir and production data with the high-performance predictive analytics solutions can emerge as winners in the contest of maximizing estimated ultimate recovery (EUR). The scope of this study...

... together. However, care must be taken to obtain a model that is truly predictive and not a result of overfitting the data. The workflow was applied to 262 Duvernay wells, ranging from dry gas to volatile oil. No wells were excluded for operational or geological reasons, a strength of this methodology...

... to operate these two traditionally highly efficient artificial lift methods in shale wells. While struggling with meeting production targets, many operators started considering the alternatives and have been actively experimenting with different artificial lift techniques, to increase the ultimate recovery...

... edge cases not handled for automation and to handle automation system failures. Consequently, during drilling operations some human errors are inevitable [ 2 ]. Most of these errors occur due to operator confusion from machines operations, and depend on levels of automation – from completely manual...

... injected into the 3 intervals closest to the heel. The first attempt made by the operator involved splitting the wellbore into two isolated compartments. One near the heel and one near the toe ( Fig. 4 ). Isolation in the toe section of the lateral was achieved with the use of a mechanical packer...

... dominant fractures, allowing fluid to flow into under-stimulated fractures. The problem with this methodology is that without reservoir knowledge, operators rely on rules of thumb developed through trial and error to determine when and how much diverter to use. Data has shown how this methodology can...

... characterization prospective acreage unconventional resource economics completion optimization reservoir geomechanics operator production metric energy economics completion installation and operations Introduction The conventional method of assessing the value of shale assets is to pick out wells...

... Abstract A new down hole multi-cycle sleeve completion system that was run in a well allowed the operator to re-frac all previously stimulated zones along the horizontal section of a wellbore with relative ease. The technology utilizes sleeves that can be closed and opened for the life...

... the required bottom hole ECD. The key operational objectives for the operator were increased ROP and a reduction of NPT. This was accomplished by lower ECD associated with lower mud densities, lower drilled solids and lower viscosities. A secondary benefit was the reduction of whole mud losses. Mud losses...

... Abstract An increase in multi-well pad drilling in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB) has created a need for reducing the transition time between wells (TBW) associated with servicing multiple wells on a pad with coiled tubing (CT). Reducing TBW current CT operations - utilizing...

... the selection of the equipment, the steps necessary for its successful installation, project commissioning, and acquisition of reliable data throughout the life of the well. Historically, operators have experienced less-than-desirable success rates for long-term downhole pressure monitoring, especially...

... Abstract In order for operators to grow production and maintain profit margins in unconventional resource plays, a ‘Well Factory’ or ‘Manufacturing’ style of development is often employed. These types of plays are commonly termed ‘statistical’ and the popular school of thought is to drill...

... Operators began using a newly designed stage collar for cementing operations in monobore wells to improve operations and provide additional cost savings. This stage collar is designed to eliminate some of the operational risks associated with conventional stage tools. The stage collar closes...

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... Abstract In the Marcellus and Utica shale plays in the northeastern United States, operators are continually seeking to optimize drilling performance and reduce overall drilling days of horizontal shale wells. This paper describes how several operators have maximized drilling performance...

... complex and expensive completion, drilling and production operations combined with relatively low production rates and commodity prices, slim economic margins will likely prevail for the foreseeable future. Hence, the difference between economic success and failure could be the pace at which...

... and/or unconventional hydrocarbon quality. More recently, horizontal drilling has also targeted unconventional plays characterized by low reservoir quality where completions are critical. Operators have embraced the horizontal well technology advances, especially when combined with the revolution in multi stage...

... is the topic of artificial lift. It has been proven that ESP technology can be very effective in maximizing production. However there are many operational challenges due to the gas slugging nature of the inflow and the occasional ingress of solids. For the MLP to fully be developed economically...

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