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.
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