As a wireline engineer, I’ve had the privilege of working in the heart of the oil and gas industry, where wireline services are the backbone of efficient and safe operations. Wireline services encompass a wide range of critical tasks, from wireline logging and perforation to pipe recovery and production logging. In this post, I’ll share my insights on how to ensure wireline …
In wireline logging and cased hole well services, cable integrity is paramount. Over time, wirelines are exposed to harsh well fluids, gases, and mechanical stresses, which can cause damage and premature failure. Customers often question the condition of the wireline, especially after incidents like an unscheduled cablehead release or visible cable wear. To maintain well …
In the fast-paced world of wireline logging and cased hole well services, having a reliable supply of high-quality logging cables is crucial. A well-thought-out cable vendor selection process can mean the difference between operational efficiency and costly downtime. Selecting the right wireline service providers ensures that units remain functional, interchangeable, and well-maintained across different locations, …
Cables are the lifeline of wireline logging, forming a direct link between surface operations and downhole tools. Proper handling and maintenance are essential to ensuring the reliability and longevity of cables in cased hole wireline, wireline well logging, and production logging services. Without proper care, cables are prone to premature wear, leading to costly downhole …
In the world of wireline well logging, the performance and longevity of cables are critical to operational success. I’ve seen firsthand how improper cable handling leads to premature failures, resulting in costly downhole pipe recovery operations and lost time. Proper cable care and use are essential for ensuring efficient cased hole logging and extending equipment …
Every wireline engineer knows that consistency, accuracy, and safety are the backbone of successful wireline well logging and cased hole logging operations. One misstep can lead to downhole tool failure, pipe recovery operations, or even catastrophic well integrity issues. That’s why having well-documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is essential in wireline services oil and gas. …
In wireline well logging, every tool run must be controlled carefully, especially during pulling out of hole (POOH) operations. I recall a time when an operator failed to engage the tool trap at the right moment. The result? The tool unexpectedly slipped downhole, causing delays, risking downhole tool loss, and leading to an unplanned pipe …
During a routine wireline perforating job, I witnessed a cable head failure mid-operation. The issue? Corrosion had weakened the internal structure, leading to a premature break. This incident reinforced the importance of proper cable head maintenance, especially when dealing with corrosive wellbore fluids. One of the most effective ways to extend the life of cable …
Every wireline service provider knows that a weak connection in the cable head can mean the difference between a successful job and a costly failure. I once encountered an issue during a cased hole well services operation where the cable head failed under load far below its expected breaking strength. The culprit? A mismatched brass …
A Costly Depth Discrepancy in Wireline Logging A simple oversight can derail an entire wireline well logging job. I once worked on a project where a depth discrepancy caused major confusion. The logs were misaligned, and after a thorough investigation, the root cause was identified: the GEO-LOG measuring wheel had the incorrect rim size for …
