Precision Mechanical Applications
Wireline Tractor Technology for Horizontal Well Logging Intervention
The Application of New Wireline Well Tractor Technology to Horizontal Well Logging and Intervention: A review of Field Experience in the North Sea
Abstract
Through close co-operation between Statoil MWS and Welltec, a working Well Tractor has been successfully introduced into operation in the North Sea.
The Well Tractor technology has been extensively field proven and has demonstrated significant cost savings for operating companies when compared to previous methods of performing well intervention operations in horizontal wells. In some cases, use of the Well Tractor technology can mean the difference between whether or not required well intervention operations can be carried out.
Careful prejob planning is necessary to ensure success, since the Well Tractor technology adds a new dimension to the techniques required in normal wireline logging and well intervention.