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Since Helmerich & Payne's adoption of Actively C.A.R.E.™, our serious injury or fatality (SIF)-based safety program, dropped objects have stayed at the top of SIF exposures that our workers face daily. With so many different items located throughout the drilling rig with the potential to become a dropped object, we must stay constantly vigilant in our assessments to eliminate these exposures. While we strive to eliminate potential dropped objects by engineering them out, we sometimes must use other approaches to reduce the chance of a SIF potential event. Some of these tactics include inspections, secondary retention, erecting and honoring buffer zones, and always looking up and asking, "What if?"

With directional drilling in today's market, well placement is of ever-increasing importance in the process of successfully drilling a well. Well placement by Measurements While Drilling (MWD) uses the direction of the Earth's gravity and magnetic field as a natural reference frame. For years, the industry standard used low resolution global models for this reference, such as the International Geomagnetic Reference Field (IGRF-13). These models only captured a fraction of the true complexity of the Earth's magnetic field, leading to inaccurate MWD corrections and consequently large uncertainties in the wellbore's final placement.

BY AUTOMATING SPEED, QUALITY, AND SAFETY H&P HELPS REDUCE TIME TO TARGET AND HUMAN VARIABILITY You plan your well to be safe, but when deviations from plan inevitably occur an updated analysis must be performed to confirm that the new execution plan is still safe. Traditional risk management processes can sometimes work against your desired outcome by being inefficient and creating frustration. They are also dependent on human variables that require more support and can have a high level of variance or bias. H&P Collision Avoidance provides frustration-free anti-collision analysis that does not compromise time to target due to decision delay and removes the de-manning barrier required by traditional collision avoidance systems.

The paper shows how correlating downhole data with Torque & Drag simulations highlighted areas of improvement and allowed to optimize the running and setting procedure of the liner. It also led the operator to gain confidence in the feasibility of such critical operations even on the more challenging wells. Detailed engineering and collaboration were key to this success. Such methodology can be applied on every well where weight transfer is a potential issue. As the industry is heading towards digitalization and automation, this case study is a prime example which demonstrates the added value of combining advanced physics-based simulations with time based downhole data. Know more facts like this about the same in here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/ensuring-success-of-complex-liner-deployment-over-complete-field-development-campaign or visit us here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

Today, Drillers and Drilling Engineers are faced with significant challenges in effectively managing drilling parameters and mitigating risks associated with drilling dysfunction. An underlying risk that should be considered in any drilling program is the presence of excessive vibration in the BHA, especially those that coincide with the natural resonant frequencies of the drillstring. Excitation sources in drillstring, such as bits, reamers, stabilizers, mass imbalance, or mud motor nutation, can be compared to striking a guitar string: the excitation source induces vibrations that are amplified at critical rotation speeds that correlate to natural resonant frequencies of the drillstring. These intensified vibrations can manifest as drilling dysfunction in the form of bit-bounce (axial vibration), stick-slip (torsional vibration), and whirling (lateral vibration). Prolonged exposure to excess vibrations downhole at resonant RPMs can adversely affect penetration rate and elevate the risk of premature tool failure, twist-offs, and unplanned trips.

H&P's FlexDrill is a technology-based tool that automates the detection of and response to a host of downhole conditions. With FlexDrill technology, wells are able to manage and fine-tune setpoints at a much higher rate than offset wells - automating critical adjustments to WOB, RPM, differential pressure zeroing, and more. These windows are built in accordance with drill bit knowledge or selection along with the downhole motor configuration in conjunction with the elected BHA to optimize the rock removing process. After implementing FlexDrill technology on 15 of the operator's wells, an immediate increase in performance was achieved. Footage per day jumped from 1,296 feet per day to 2,520 feet per day. Average operating time reduced from 4.78 days to just 2.46 days. Savings of 2.32 days and $116,000 on intermediate string operations. The optimized ROP and overall drilling performance achieved made them more competitive in the region. Read out the full case study here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/case-studies/midland-operator-increases-footage-per-day-by-almost-94-enhances-bha-reliability. Contact us in case of any doubt: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

Improve excess engine hour precision • Maintain all 2023 rigs under 30% and increase targeted efforts for rigs operating above 50% excess engine hours. • Reduce fleet vehicle idle times by 25% • Reduce volume of spills per 1000ft drilled by 15% Download the Article from here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/media/product-highlights/Improving-Lives-Through-Affordable-and-Responsible-Energy.pdf. Know More about H&P - https://www.helmerichpayne.com/our-approach/why. Contact us from here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

A "trip" is the process of pulling drillpipe from the wellbore or running the pipe back to the bottom of the wellbore. The manual work performed during a trip inherently increases the risk of an injury, and any time the drillpipe is removed from the wellbore, there is an increased risk of a well control event. Read out the full article here: https://www.tomorrowsworldtoday.com/2023/09/18/how-the-drilling-industry-has-become-safer/.

The fast computation of the frequency analysis can provide efficient and accurate predictions and, therefore, could be employed to optimize the BHA design and drilling parameters, and therefore reduce the harmful vibrations and improve the performance of any drilling systems equipped with downhole excitation tools. To learn more about us, visit here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/application-of-a-forced-vibration-modeling-approach-to-better-quantify-the-role-of-downhole-vibrations-and-excitation-tools or you can also contact us here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

As the intermediate section was being drilled, the key formation tops were detected as coming in much shallower than the geological prognosis had predicted. As a result of this real-time intelligence, the operator was able to quickly switch to depth-of-cut drilling 100 feet earlier than had been originally planned. This change was key, as the Travis Peak actually came in 95 feet shallow. By quickly reacting to the gamma data, unnecessary bit damage was avoided and a possible extra trip was saved. The roadmaps for additional wells on this pad were then updated with this new information to help ensure there won't be any future surprises. Learn more here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/case-studies/drilling-and-geology-integration-extends-bit-life-and-reduces-time-to-target-in-challenge-ridden-reservoir. Contact us to know in detail: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

H&P's COACH program establishes models for providing feedback that drives positive change. Feedback models - CAR (Content/Action/Result), CAR/AR (Content/Action/Result/Alternative Action/Alternative Result), and COACH (Care/Observe/Approach/Converse/Help) - promote proactive engagement. By nature, people often tend to focus on negative behaviors and at-risk conditions in the work environment. However, the COACH program encourages the acknowledgment and promotion of safe and desired behaviors through success feedback (CAR), thereby boosting morale. For tackling undesired behaviors, the guidance feedback (CAR/AR) approach invites open conversations between the observer and the individual displaying the behavior. Read out the full news by visiting here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/transforming-feedback-and-accountability-a-path-to-trust-and-growth-at-helmerich-payne. You can also download the news from here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/media/general/HSE-Feedback_Accountability-OnePager.pdf. Reach out to us to know more: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

At H&P we dedicate the month of April to actively promoting vehicle safety in all forms. Our goal is to increase awareness of key topics like distracted driving, fatigue and seatbelt use. You may think, "Seatbelts? Who doesn't wear a seatbelt?" Unfortunately, 27.5 million Americans admit there are times when they don't. I have a very personal story about our momentary decisions that have lifelong impact. I encourage each and every one of you to Actively C.A.R.E. by being selfish about your safety. Buckle up - not only for yourself, but also for those who need you to make it home safe.

Correctly evaluating the risk of BHA, casing and/or completion strings getting stuck or locked-up when RIH can ultimately provide a template for ultimate reduction of non-productive time (NPT). Read out the full tech paper here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/rss-and-motor-directional-analysis-modelling-the-effect-of-local-doglegs-on-rih-of-completions-and-casing or you can also reach out to us here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

They are then integrated in the torsional equation of motion of the stick-slip model. A case study is carried out to show the consistency between the simulated results and field data. Stick-slip is a highly damaging dysfunction that adversely effects all components of the drill string. In the case of this paper, the subject well experienced high stick-slip resulting in inefficient drilling and increased risk of equipment failure. Modelling of the drill string successfully replicated the stick-slip response observed at the rig site. Further modelling with consideration of the motor bend angle's effect successfully showed a reduction in stick-slip magnitude. Reach out here to know about the full tech paper: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/how-motor-bend-affects-stick-slip-vibrations-modeling-and-case-study or you can contact us at: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

The Coaching Guide originated in 2018 as part of a campaign to equip our Drilling Superintendents and HSE staff with additional tools and skills for coaching employees in the field. Recognizing the diverse skill sets among supervisors and managers, we aimed to support the development of these skills and provide a reference guide. Since its release, the guide has undergone updates to align with our core values and behaviors. Presently, we distribute these guides to new managers and employees seeking to enhance their people leadership skills. By sharing this, we hope it can serve as an additional resource to empower your own leaders. Safety is personal and it's our job to Actively C.A.R.E. for one another.

These error sources can be reduced significantly by using a local geomagnetic In-Field Referencing (IFR) model and by subsequently applying multistation analysis (MSA) corrections to the raw survey measurements. Read out the full tech paper here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/magnetic-referencing-and-real-time-survey-processing-enables-tighter-spacing-of-long-reach-wells or contact us to know more: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

This survey has been conducted annually since 2007 and reflects feedback from more than 4,000 respondents that use products and services of global oilfield suppliers. The surveys are part of EnergyPoint's portfolio of studies focused on the oil and gas industry's satisfaction with the products and services it utilizes and depends upon. A total of 17 contractors received the minimum number of evaluations to be included in this year's final top-to-bottom rankings. Read out the full news here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/news/helmerich-amp-payne-receives-top-ranking-in-customer-satisfaction-from-energypoint-research. Visit us to know more about us in detail: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

This work is novel because it combines a ground based, near-well, magnetic measurement with an airborne derived IFR-1 model. This allows for a greater reduction in positioning uncertainty than has been available in the past. The application of this method to three mile laterals is also new and has a profound impact on being able to plan optimally spaced wells and avoiding collisions. Read out here the full tech paper: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/technical-publications/drilling-three-mile-laterals-tighter-and-safer-with-a-new-magnetic-reference-technique or you can also contact us here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

AutoSlide technology was used for 88.5% of the lateral section. Significant increases were seen in both lateral onbottom rotating rate of penetration (ROP) and lateral slide ROP when compared to the previous 10-well average values, indicating to a significant improvement of 132% and 53%. These improvements translated to less days on well, which not only saves money, but also may allow for more wells to be drilled over the course of a year. Based on this success, the operator has added technology packages, including AutoSlide technology, to additional rigs. Read out the full case study here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/resources/case-studies/integrated-drilling-solutions-break-records-while-reducing-operators-time-to-target or you can reach out to us here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.

The journey of rigs towards reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions marks a significant step in fulfilling aspirational goals for a more efficient and, more sustainable oil and gas sector. It gives us all optimism as we work together to create our industry's next chapter. Read out the full news here: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/sustainable-sustainability-sometimes-simple-is-better or you can also contact us at: https://www.helmerichpayne.com/contact.