It was just another high-pressure well logging job—until it wasn’t. The operation started like any other: the wireline truck was positioned, logging cable unspooled, and the downhole tools were prepped. But as we neared the final stages, pressure readings started fluctuating. The culprit? A failed O-ring in the pressure control equipment. Most people outside of …
It was supposed to be a routine wireline job—cased hole logging in a high-temperature well. The logging cable was unspooled, tools were prepped, and everything appeared to be going smoothly. But halfway through the operation, something felt off. The tension readings weren’t aligning, and the wireline control system flagged an anomaly. That’s when I realized—this …
I remember the day when a simple oversight almost shut down an entire operation. We had a full day of cased hole logging scheduled, and everything was running smoothly—until it wasn’t. The wireline truck was ready, logging cable spooled, and downhole tools checked. But when it was time to lower the toolstring into the well, …
There’s an unspoken rule in the wireline industry: you’re only as good as the tools you maintain. One day, that rule hit home harder than ever. We were scheduled for a routine cased hole logging job, everything seemed in place—until it wasn’t. A Costly Oversight The job started like any other. The wireline truck was …
I remember the exact moment the call came through the radio. My toolstring was stuck. Every wireline engineer has faced this at some point—a tool lodged deep in the wellbore, leaving you with a decision that could make or break the job. In this case, I had to rely on one of the most critical …
Wireline performance is a critical factor in oil and gas operations. Any doubts about the condition of a wireline can lead to customer concerns, job delays, and potential failures in the field. To maintain operational reliability and assure clients of wireline integrity, serviceability inspections must be conducted on a routine basis. Why Wireline Serviceability Inspections …
In wireline operations, the reliability of logging cable impacts everything from production logging services to cased hole logging. The wrong cable can result in costly downtime, equipment failures, and safety hazards. That’s why selecting a trusted wireline service provider for cables is essential to ensuring efficiency and maintaining well integrity. Why Cable Vendor Selection Matters …
I still remember the day we almost lost a toolstring deep in the well. It was a routine cased hole logging job—until it wasn’t. As we began pulling out of the hole, the tension readings spiked. The cable wasn’t responding as expected, and we had to stop operations immediately. A quick inspection revealed a problem—improperly …
Wireline cables are one of the most critical and costly components in wireline operations. Proper care and maintenance not only extend the lifespan of cables but also prevent service failures that can lead to costly downtime. Implementing best practices from installation to operation ensures safety, reliability, and long-term performance. Proper Cable Installation for Longevity Cable …
In wireline operations, cable performance is directly tied to safety, efficiency, and job success. Proper handling, maintenance, and inspection of wireline cables are essential to prevent failures that could result in costly downtime or hazardous conditions. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) help ensure consistency in cable care, extending the lifespan of equipment and reducing risks in …
