Recently, I was asked about Cementing Engineering training schools by an employee of a regional cementing company, aspiring a position as senior cementing engineer. This is not the first time I have received similar question, and they are becoming more frequent with the rise of local and regional companies elsewhere. Basically, these companies are taking […]
USE OF LCM THROUGH FLOAT EQUIPMENT BEFORE CEMENTING
In some cases, losses can be seen while running the casing or circulating before cementing. This opens the alternative to pump an LCM pill as a possible mitigation to lower the losses ahead of the cement job. However, based on experience with float equipment, the following actions are recommended: Always implement the equipment manufacturer recommendation […]
Synthetic Vs. Organic. Which retarder is better?
In my experience bio based oil well cement retarders do not provide the consistency needed to accurately control thickening time in oil well cements. The main reason is that natural organic retarders production varies from lot to lot and batch to batch. Down-hole conditions, process control and small variations in cement quality; all play a major […]
Training in Oil Well Cementing
Case: Fogerty Training Solutions Interview with: Bryan Fogerty Since the beginning of my website dedicated to Oil Well Cementing, I have been constantly approached by individuals looking for information about certified training. Personally, I have delivered several training courses in different areas of Well Cementing while working for previous companies and agencies during my career. […]
API/ISO Standards, RP and TR – Cementing
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