Whitepapers
World Oil white papers include literature on the latest trends, development and advances in the offshore and onshore oil and gas industry, including technology and technologies relating to operations, shale, technology, subsea, deepwater, rig activity, drilling, innovations in the oil and gas industry and more.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Multi-Stage Unconventional Fracture Design
December 16, 2016
Sponsored by:
A number of often intertwined issues can complicate the effective design of a hydraulic fracture program, and in the process, restrict maximum reservoir drainage and returns from multi-fractured horizontal shale and equally low permeability formations. However, as we demonstrated in an in-depth engineering evaluation of a three-well pad in the Utica/Point Pleasant unconventional play, largely underutilized analytical methodologies, such as production history and frac pressure matching, open the door for alternative completion designs that deliver more uniform fracture coverage with corresponding increases in production and economic returns.
Going the Extra Mile: Using ball-activated systems to simplify stimulation of toe stages for extended reach laterals
November 10, 2016
Sponsored by: Packers Plus
Technological and operational improvements have made it possible to drill longer laterals and complete wells with higher stage counts and fracture intensity. However, limitations of wireline and coiled tubing used to deploy plugs and perforate casing can prevent the toe stages of extended reach laterals from being effectively stimulated. This paper describes some of the completion solutions available that can help improve operations by mitigating risks that can lead to unplanned nonproductive time, cost overruns and lost production.
How Two Innovative, IADC-accredited Training Programs are Improving Marine and Drilling Compliance
November 07, 2016
Sponsored by: OTEC
Interactive regulatory compliance training programs can ease the process of marine and offshore drilling regulatory compliance. The oil and gas industry is continually focused on safety and compliance to ensure the safety of offshore workers and the environment. The industry is challenged to interpret and implement changes in a constantly evolving regulatory environment. Understanding the regulations is imperative to make sure all of the standards are being followed and that offshore assets are in compliance.
Achieve Accurate Process Temperature Measurement with Surface Sensor Innovation
October 04, 2016
Sponsored by: Rosemount
Designing, specifying and installing a thermowell can take days, if not weeks, especially when you need to perform wake frequency calculations to verify process compatibility. Eliminate the complex challenges associated with thermowells by leveraging a simple technology that provides an accurate process temperature measurement without an intrusive installation. The new surface sensor innovation addresses these issues by eliminating the thermowell altogether and replacing it with a surface measurement that can provide an accurate process temperature.
Make Your Estimate a True Strategic Weapon
September 19, 2016
Sponsored by: AspenTech
Are you getting beat by your E&C competitors because your bids are late and they don’t provide the accuracy your customer expects? Scrap your in-house proprietary spreadsheet methods of preparing estimates and replace them with a proven, model-based approach that will improve accuracy and save time in the bidding process. Learn the three steps to adopting a more agile, flexible cost estimating method that involves your organization, your estimating process and estimating tools. In this new white paper, AspenTech and Strategic Estimating Systems (SES) describe how leading E&C companies implemented best practices to achieve a competitive advantage. Download it today to find out how to transform your estimates into strategic tools that differentiate your business.
