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Managed Pressure Drilling - Operational Considerations
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Getting ready for managed pressure drilling with a closed circulation system requires careful planning and preparation. MPD planning should start with one or a series of orientation meetings to review and plan actions and contingencies for every phase of the operation. Some of these will be concurrent and without a doubt none should be overlooked. Like other drilling operations, managed pressure drilling carries risks. Drilling a well under pressure raises the importance of safety and reliability to new levels. For this reason, MPD planning and preparation should start early with a review of:
Planning and preparation for MPD operations should include a review of the: 1. Value proposition - quantify the value that MPD will deliver and include a number of strong economic drivers 2. MPD equipment and rig compatibility 3. Drilling hydraulics - an essential part of drilling and well design but critical for MPD applications 4. Personnel Training 5. Procedures - develop procedures for every major phase of the particular MPD operations which should include the following: |
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