Multi-String Section Milling – Elimination of Sustained Casing Pressure

Multi-String Section Milling – Elimination of Sustained Casing Pressure

Location: Gulf of Mexico

Category: P&A

Scope

Design, program and execute section milling operations to eliminate gas migration “bubbling” on a 20+ well platform.

Operator Challenges

  • The platform had multiple wells with sustained casing pressures from various casing sizes and casing combinations
  • The majority of the wells required multi-string milling operations
  • Operations were disrupted for one month due to Hurricane Ike

Abrado Solution

  • Unique “patented” SCR-1000™ cutter technology was utilized to accomplish the project
  • Multi-skilled crews with down hole tool and fishing expertise contributed to the “real time” problem solving critical to the project success