Arctic Directory: Schlumberger new downhole reservoir testing system

Schlumberger announced Sept. 21 at the 2010 SPE Annual Technology Conference and Exhibition the release of the Quartet high-performance downhole reservoir testing system. This complete downhole testing system allows operators to isolate, control, measure and sample all in a single run. “Now operators can test more safely and efficiently for an altogether better reservoir test,” said Devan Raj, marketing and technology manager, Schlumberger Testing Services. “The deep-reading, high-resolution pressure measurements and representative reservoir fluid samples help operators prove reservoir potential and reach a better basis for their decisions.” The Quartet downhole assembly is one-fourth the length of conventional configurations. The system offers a range of advantages, including 35 percent lower tool operating pressure, 90 percent less nitrogen, 50 percent fewer seals and 60 percent fewer connections. In addition, drill collars and slips joints are eliminated from the downhole string. The Quartet system consists of four technologies engineered specifically for reservoir testing: CERTIS high-integrity reservoir test isolation system, IRDV intelligent remote dual valve, CQG crystal quartz gauge and SCAR inline independent reservoir fluid sampling. For more information visit www.slb.com.