Improved reliability in IsoTube sampling using an IsoTube AutoLoader
Ian Mitchell A , Edward Bamborough A and Stephanie Heard AWeatherford.
The APPEA Journal 55(2) 481-481 https://doi.org/10.1071/AJ14116
Published: 2015
Abstract
Accurate and consistent sampling of reservoir gases is a critical element of any formation evaluation program. Traditionally, this has been achieved while drilling using IsoTubes collected with a manual manifold. This conventional method is reliant on personnel at the rig site physically taking the sample at the required interval or threshold and so is susceptible to human error or oversight. The IsoTube AutoLoader is a new automated system that is driven by a web application running on a state-of-the-art embedded computer. The automation process reduces the risk of human error and avoids potential missed data while also offering a better quality data set with less contamination. This system improves the quality and reliability of data collection to assist with formation evaluations.
Ian Mitchell is a surface logging systems manager for Weatherford Australia. He has a degree in geological sciences from the University of Leeds and has 20 years’ experience in the oil industry. |
Edward Bamborough is the surface logging systems Asia Pacific regional manager for Weatherford. He has a degree in geological sciences from the University of Sunderland and has 18 years’ experience in the oil industry. |
Stephanie Heard is global product line manager for advanced hydrocarbon evaluation and interpretation with Weatherford Surface Logging. She holds a bachelor’s degree in geology from Oberlin College and has more than 14 years’ experience in the oil industry. |
