Casing

by
Dr. Eissa Shokir

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Casing Drilling
In the casing drilling process, the well is drilled and
cased simultaneously, using standard oilfield casing. The
bottomhole assembly (BHA) is latched into the bottom joint
of casing and is run and retrieved through the casing, via
wireline. Using wireline to convey the BHA is much faster
than conventional tripping with a drill string.
For directional or horizontal wells, the BHA can be
fitted with conventional directional equipment, such as mud
motors and measurement-while-drilling (MWD) tools. Since
these tools are run and retrieved inside casing, they are
protected from the harsh downhole environment while in
transit.

South Texas
Casing Drilling
Rig

Casing Drilling Utilizes

the Casing Itself as the
Drillstring.
When casing depth has
been reached the drilling
assembly is removed by
wireline, and the casing
is cemented in place.

Benefits
For operators it:

Reduces drilling time and lowers costs

Improves wellsite safety and well control
Reduces unscheduled events
Provides a quicker return on investment
Lessens environmental impact

Benefits
For Drilling Contractors:
Eliminates the need for drillpipe and drill collars
Eliminates the need for double and triple masts and
heavy setback areas
Makes rig moves easier
Reduces labor requirements
Reduces fuel consumption and wear on equipment
Lessens the chance of pipe-handling incidents
Lowers capital requirements.

Benefits
For service companies:
Opens up a new service market
Provides an additional application for existing
tools and an opportunity to develop new tools
to gain market share
Extends tool life by protectiong tools during
running and retrieval
Reduces time and risk in recovering from
downhole tool failure.