Next-Generation Expandable-Completion Systems

In many cases, openhole completions could provide maximum well productivity. However, use of the method has been impeded by the inability to achieve effective zonal isolation. An expandable completion that combines slotted- and solid-expandable technology and uses conventional unexpanded premium connections can deliver freely configurable completion architecture.

Synopsis of SPE 97281

This article, written by Technology Editor Dennis Denney, contains highlights of paper SPE 97281, "Next-Generation Expandable-Completion Systems," by Gareth Innes, SPE, Quentin Morgan, SPE, Ally Macarthur, SPE, and Annabel Green, SPE, Weatherford, prepared for the 2005 SPE/IADC Middle East Drilling Technology Conference and Exhibition, Dubai, UAE, 12-14 September.

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