A well log, also known as a borehole log or simply a log, is a record of measurements taken during the drilling of an oil or gas well. In well-log analysis, engineers interpret and analyze data from well logs to…
API 510 is a standard issued by the American Petroleum Institute (API) that offers guidance and mandates for the examination, maintenance, modification, and integrity management of pressure vessels utilized in the oil and gas sector. API 510 ensures the safety…
ISO 55000 is an international standard that guides organizations in actively managing their assets. It offers a systematic and comprehensive approach to optimize asset performance, minimize risks, and maximize their value in achieving organizational goals. The aim of ISO 55000…
Stuck pipe is one of the common challenges in drilling operations. It happens when the drill string or drill pipe becomes immobilized and cannot be readily extracted from the wellbore due to several factors like differential pressure, wellbore geometry, formation…
The Piping Inspection Code 570 by the American Petroleum Institute (API), which focuses on the inspection, repair, alteration, and rerating of piping systems in operation, enjoys global recognition and widespread confidence. As a result, any engineers holding API 570 Piping…
Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) is a maintenance strategy implemented at the organizational level to maximize the effectiveness of maintenance programs by establishing minimum required levels of equipment upkeep. RCM focuses on aligning specific assets with the most suitable maintenance techniques with…
Well completion is the final phase of preparing an oil or gas well for production. It involves various processes and techniques to enable the extraction of hydrocarbons from the reservoir. Activities include casing, cementing, perforation, installing tubing, and using technologies…
API 571 is an American Petroleum Institute (API) guideline called “Damage Mechanisms Affecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining Industry.” It provides recommendations on recognizing and managing damage to equipment like pressure vessels and piping in refineries. It covers corrosion, cracking,…
ASME Section VIII is a part of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) that establishes standards for ensuring the safety and reliability of pressure vessels and boilers. It focuses on designing, constructing, inspecting, and certifying pressure vessels for…
The CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional) is a certification program provided by the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) to acknowledge individuals who possess skills and knowledge in the field of maintenance and reliability. It is an internationally…