E&P - December 2024 / January 2025
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This issue of E&P celebrates 75 years of the frac with a look at how Halliburton and Stanolind Oil pioneered the hydraulic fracturing that led to the shale boom. Also in this issue, producers innovate new EOR solutions to overcome production declines, new digital technology uses advanced computing to deliver dividends, novel methods are being used to tackle emissions reduction goals—and much more.
Featured in this issue
Celebrating 75 Years of the Frac
Halliburton and Stanolind Oil pioneered the hydraulic fracturing that led to the shale boom.
Tracking Equipment Condition to Prevent Failures
A novel direct drive system and remote pump monitoring capability boost efficiencies from inside and out.
A Novel EOR Process Could Save Shale from a Dry Future
A new solution looks to remedy the problem of production declines.
Navigating a Path to Lower Carbon Industry Operations
API has published nearly 100 standards addressing environmental performance and emissions reduction.
Extending ESP Service Life with Permanent Magnets and Improved Gas Handling
New contra-helical pump systems are designed to reduce gas locking.
Harnessing the Power of Digital for Gas Lift Optimization
Innovative technology improves production from unconventional wells.
Breaking New Ground
Microseismic technology proved its value in unconventional wells, and new applications could enable monitoring of sequestered CO2 and facilitate geothermal energy extraction.
What Chevron's Anchor Breakthrough Means to the GoM's Future
WoodMac weighs in on the 20K production outlook.
Getting Laser Focused on Emissions Reduction
Technology helps companies meet new guidelines with expanding methane detection network.
Delivering Dividends Through Digital Technology
Increasing automation is creating a step change across the oil and gas life cycle.
Understanding the Impact of AI and Machine Learning on Operations
Advanced digital technologies are irrevocably changing the oil and gas industry.
The Continuous Journey of Drilling Automation
Incremental improvements lead to significant advancements.
Innovative Insulation: The Future of Thermal Management
Silicon-based, spray-on coating simplifies application and improves protection for assets and workers.
Extended Reality Provides Options in Training, Collaboration
Virtual, augmented and mixed reality tools promote safety and efficiency.
Drilling Technologies
Permanent Magnets Emerge as a Game-Changer for ESP Technology
In 2024, permanent magnet motors installations have ballooned to 11% of electric submersible pump installations, and that number is growing.
Tech Watch
Novel EOR Process Could Save Shale from a Dry Future
Shale Ingenuity’s SuperEOR, which has been field tested with positive results, looks to remedy the problem of production declines.