powered by ingenuity Permanent Monitoring Optimizing Reservoir Performance

powered by ingenuity Permanent Monitoring Optimizing Reservoir Performance

Permanent Monitoring Optimizing Reservoir Performance Probe offers a complete range of permanent downhole gauges, wireless surface sensors, data acquisition and transmission solutions. ipro monitoring systems provide life of well real time data to enhance optimization and improved reservoir productivity. powered by Kuster powered by Kuster Experience optimized monitoring and performance. Probe s ipro line of Permanent Monitoring gauges are constructed using industry recognized sensors providing monitoring systems for optimal downhole measurements. Our systems provide reliable and robust, cost effective data to ensure superior reservoir management. While semi-permanent systems for measuring downhole activity require well-interventions, permanent systems remove the need for interventions, reducing the related costs and optimizing operational, production, safety and environmental risks associated with interventions. 1

Value of Permanent Monitoring Optimizing Reservoir Performance Function Description Features / Benefits Well Productivity Minimizing formation damage and maximizing well productivity Optimize gas lift Enable sand management Assist with identification of wax or scale build up Evaluation of zonal contribution. Particularly in horizontal wells Reduce well downtime Maximize completion life Reservoir Optimization Maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and the development of future fields and maximize reserves. Life of well reservoir surveillance Improve reservoir longevity, avoiding long term damage Decrease decline rate and increase the recovery Refine production predication Optimize new well and field development plans Minimize work overs and intervention possibilities Appraisal Transient real-time downhole analysis of well conditions to maximize production, injection & stimulation rates Transient analysis without intervention Identification of problem wells and downhole issues Reduce deferred production typical of well interventions Optimize production or injection rates Monitor frac breakthrough. Optimize frac stimulation duration Optimize surface operations, duration and costs Interpret data from interference tests to evaluate the reservoir and maximize production Develop accurate flow profiles and validate reservoir models 2

Typical Applications for Permanent Monitoring Systems Optimizing Reservoir Performance Probe s ipro Permanent Monitoring downhole solutions allow fit for purpose designs, ensuring ease of installation. Our multiple conveyance techniques along with either of our Quartz or Piezo Resistive gauges ensure real time data is recovered from your well. While semi-permanent/drop spool systems require well-intervention, permanent systems remove the need for later intervention. Selecting the appropriate gauge and correct installation technique ensures minimum disruption to productivity and yields maximum return on your investment. Production and Injection Profiling Profiling provides important information necessary for effective reservoir management. Traditionally the data is obtained via intervention. However in many well scenarios this may no longer be practical due well pressure, rates, deviation and location. Permanent monitoring should be considered as a cost effective alternative. Draw Down & Build Up Testing Testing of this nature provides reservoir data such as permeability, skin damage and reservoir boundaries. The advantage of permanent gauges in this scenario is that instead of planning a shutdown to gain build up information, if the gauge is in-situ and you have an unplanned shut in you can obtain data. The advantage is that you can take the opportunity to update your reservoir model at this point, rather than via a planned shut in, which may not be desirable due to the intentional loss of productivity. Frac Communication Monitoring During well fracturing operations today, it s become important to monitor neighboring wells for frac communication. Interference tests can be run on wells within the field to provide early indication of break thru and prevent premature damage. If adjacent wells go un-monitored there is a high possibility of negative effects. Wells can be watered out, potential environment damage and even equipment damage could be averted. Understanding communication of this kind can be seen as a step to mitigate unwanted events and provide invaluable data to better assist with spacing and optimization of future wells. Artificial Lift Monitoring Whether ESP, PCP or conventional rod pumps artificial lift monitoring systems can extend pump run life and efficiency, whilst assisting to maximize well productivity. Downhole data provides the ability to optimize inflow performance and reduce the potential and costly workovers and interventions for maintenance. Underground Gas Storage & CO2 Sequestrian Surveillance Injection and extraction of underground gas storage can cause surface displacement and result in exceeding the safe pressure limits. Regular monitoring ensures that the reservoir integrity is kept intact, while being able to determine pressure front migration and maximize the efficiency of the reservoir exploitation. Coal Bed Methane Extraction Optimization Monitoring of downhole pressures can be used to optimize methane extraction during the dewatering and depressurization. Efficiency in these stages can preserve permeability and maximize productivity. Multi-zone Monitoring With the ability to run multiple gauges and monitor isolated zones in a single well. Crucial data can be obtained to validate zonal contribution from isolated and commingled reservoirs. Permanent monitoring in this scenario eradicates the need for costly intervention and disruption to production. 3

Permanent Downhole Gauge Components Optimizing Reservior Performance Wellhead Pressure Outlet (dry tree) Terminates the permanent downhole cable and crosses over to the surface cable. This segregates the electrical connection and provides a pressure barrier to prevent hydrocarbon communication at the surface. Available in a threaded version, for low pressure connections, or flanged for higher pressure applications. ipro NEMA 4X Independent monitoring interface that communicates with and powers the downhole gauge. It is essentially a data logger with extended capabilities. It is specifically designed to the client s needs. Based on the application requirements, it can be configured from a comprehensive integrated system to a standalone solar powered unit with GPRS data transfer. Electrical Connectors / Splices Fully pressure testable inline connectors are utilized to join the permanent downhole cable. Used to save time when the cable has to be spliced above/below a packer or as a contingency, when damage accidentally occurs to the cable. Cable Protectors Cross coupling cable protectors provide relief to the cable and are designed to support and protect the cable from damage while running downhole. Available in either pressed steel, or a more robust all cast construction. ipro Gauge Mandrel The mandrel provides a mechanism for carrying the gauge to the reservoir while providing protection when installed. Available in various thread sizes, types, and materials suitable for standard and H2S environments. Permanent Downhole Cale Provides power to the K Perm from the surface, while transmitting real-time data back to the acquisition unit. It is a single conductor extruded inside a secondary metal tube. The cable is commonly ¼ in external diameter, manufactured from SS316 or A825. It is available in a number of different materials, configurations and dimensions. ipro DHQ / DHP Real-time permanent reservoir temperature & pressure sensor. It is housed in a 1 or 3/4 welded housing, complete with metal to metal, fully pressure testable cable head, and a digital telemetry. It is configurable for both tubing and annulus observation. 5

End User Interfaces Our sensors move data from our hardware to your application seamlessly. Probe utilizes many different communications protocols to move data from any one of our devices to your preferred application. There are no proprietary protocols in any of our methods therefore the options are limitless. Public Communciation Providers Secure Cell or Satellite VPN s VPN or Secure IP based access to and from public communications provider RS232 link to either a cellular, satellite, or managed radio infastructure Probe Partners or Third Party 100 two-way wireless sensors send well data to a base radio logger Multiple data formats conform to established data managment systems Probe s end user interface is delivered in 2 formats. One of these is a standard web browser. The web provides a universal platform with no software downloads or IT support drain. We also have an in house software application that provides unparalleled real-time views of data when public communications between field hardware and your interface is interrupted. ipro Realview Online Simple but powerful web based tool capable of large amounts of data in a short amount of transmission time. This text based interface is ideal for data access to multiple parties from multiple locations. ipro Realview Our in house software application made for the onsite real-time graph data output of each ipro sensor on the local network. Interfacing to the field hardware by direct cable, WIFI, IP, or cellular based modems, this options give the most flexibility and is the only option that has no recurring charges. 6

Product Overview Optimizing Reservoir Performance powered by Kuster ipro DHQ - Hybrid Quartz Gauge (200 C) The ipro DHQ - Hybrid Gauge is a permanently installed downhole pressure & temperature gauge with real time surface readout. Probe s hybrid electronic technology can withstand temperatures up to 200C for long-term application in extreme reservoir conditions. ipro DHQ - Quartz Gauge (175 C or 150 C) The ipro DHQ Gauge is a permanently installed downhole pressure & temperature gauge with real time surface readout. Providing a reliable cost effective system for reservoir monitoring. ipro DHP - Piezo Gauge (125 C) The ipro DHP - Piezo gauge provides a reliable and accurate cost-effective permanent gauge solution.this gauge utilizes our proven Piezo Resistive transducers housed in our permanent package. ipro MDQ - Quartz Gauge The ipro Multi-Drop series is based upon Probe s permanent gauge platform. Multiple gauges can be run on a single conductor. 7

Product Overview Optimizing Reservoir Performance powered by Kuster ipro NEMA 4X SRO The ipro SRO (surface readout) is a stand alone surface acquisition and communications interface. It operates with the ipro line of permanently installed downhole gauges. This versatile platform can be configured to suit your needs. It s a rugged and intuitive data logger that can double up and be optimized as a wireless base station for multiple surface sensors. ipro Wireless Sensors The ipro wireless range of surface sensors are self powered and contains signal conditioning circuitry and a RF transceiver operating in the 902 MHz to 928 MHz ISM licence free band. Data from the sensor is transmitted to the ipro NEMA SRO for centralized monitoring and data acquisition & transmission. Continuous data transmission for real-time surface readout capability. 8

Real Results Powered by Ingenuity Probe s Permanent Monitoring downhole gauge was successfully installed at the THUMS Long Beach company s gas well above the production zone on a mandrel ported to the tubular monitoring reservoir pressure and temperature. United States Objective Obtain life of well, reliable, accurate and cost effective data to assist reservoir knowledge and production efficiency. The system is designed to be cost effective and easy to install. Well Completion A310 is a Gas Producer which is located on the contract operated THUMS Long Beach Company s artificial island off the coast of California. The completion has been designed for a deviated production well with 8 5/8 casing, utilizing 5 1/2 gravel packed screens, with 2 3/8 tubing with Kuster s permanent downhole quartz gauge. Various monitoring methods have been utilized by THUMS in the past, although this is the first time an independent, real time, continuous, Quartz gauge has been installed. Enablers Proven Permanent Monitoring downhole gauge technology, with highest quality Quartz sensors All connections pressure testable with metal to metal sealing mechanisms Remote retrieval of downhole Pressure & Temperature data Touch Screen Intuitive low power acquisition unit with human interface to eliminate the need for specialized operator training THUMS Long Beach Gas Well Results Both primary objectives were achieved upon successful installation of the system and enabled data to be recorded throughout the start up of the well and on into the life of the well. The system was installed safely and efficiently, with minimal impact to rig time and the data acquisition is providing high resolution, quality data. 9

Specifications Permanent Monitoring Tools & Systems Sensor Type Maximum Temperature Temperature Accuracy Temperature Resolution Maximum Pressure Pressure Accuracy Pressure Resolution ipro DHQ-Hybrid Quartz Gauge (200C) Quartzdyne (Quartz) 392F (200C) +/- 0.2 C 0.001 C 20,000 psi 0.02% FS @ 1 sec. 0.0006% FS ipro DHQ - Quartz Gauge (175C) Quartzdyne (Quartz) 347F (175C) +/- 0.2 C 0.001 C 16,000 psi 0.02% FS @ 1 sec. 0.0006% FS ipro DHQ - Quartz Gauge (150C) Quartzdyne (Quartz) 302F (150C) +/- 0.2 C 0.001 C 16,000 psi 0.02% FS @ 1 sec. 0.0006% FS ipro MDQ - Quartz Gauge Quartzdyne (Quartz) 302F (150C) +/- 0.2 C 0.001 C 16,000 psi 0.02% FS @ 1 sec. 0.0006% FS ipro DHP - Piezo Gauge (125C) Piezo-resistive 257F (125C) +/- 0.2 C 0.001 C 5,000 psi 0.024% FS @ 1 sec. 0.0003% FS Wireless Data Acquisition Display Power Type Frequency ipro NEMA 4X SRO Touch Screen LCD 12/24 VDC 110/240 VAC 50 watt Solar Panel N/A ipro Wireless Pressure Gauge Integrated LCD with membrane-switch buttons Self-contained integrated battery 900MHz and 869MHz (Europe) licensefree bands Probe s ipro monitoring systems provide life of well real-time data to enhance optimization and improved reservoir productivity. 10

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