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GeoTechnical Rock Lab pioneers innovative scientific approaches in cuttings petrology, providing unparalleled insights into subsurface geology. With advanced technology and decades of experience driving our solutions, we deliver unmatched efficiency and precision to our clients without sacrificing economical or environmental sustainability.

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Unlock the untapped potential in your well data with Integrated Drill Cuttings. Our innovative workflow transforms routine drill cuttings into high-resolution insights that guide smarter drilling, completions, and reservoir strategies. Tap into smarter data today for better, faster decisions tomorrow.

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We will use the following graphics to demonstrate why targeted fracturing is vital for maximum resource extraction.

Figure 1: The thin red line (see arrow) represents the correlation between the rock composition of the wellbore heel in the target reservoir and horizontal well cuttings. For demonstration purposes only. The image is not to scale.

Figure 2: Color-coded correlation zones with green having the highest percentage likeness to reservoir rock, yellow for a mid to low percentage likeness, and red for a low percentage likeness.

Figure 3: Labeled for production zones and well-damaging rock materials (i.e., water sensitivity, contrasting rock textures, chemical reactivity).

Figure 4: Evenly spaced fracturing without the proper knowledge can reduce productivity or destroy a well.

Figure 5: Targeted fracturing results in maximum well productivity. With access to accurate and precise data, unproductive or damaging rock materials can be avoided.

 

Why Cuttings Petrology Matters

At the heart of every drilling operation lies the quest for valuable insights into subsurface formations. Cuttings extracted during the drilling process offer a direct glimpse into the makeup of the geological features traversed by the wellbore. This invaluable data provides essential information for reservoir characterization, formation, evaluation, and production optimization.

Unlocking Success Through Petrology

In a landscape where precision and efficiency reign supreme, the insights derived from Cuttings Petrology empower us to assist our clients in navigating the complexities of horizontal well drilling with confidence. By harnessing the wealth of geological information within these tiny specimens, our clients can enhance reservoir performance, optimize recovery rates, and drive sustainable growth in the oil and gas sector.

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