Drill Stem Testing

The accurate data we provide from every Drill Stem Test

allows our customers to plan the optimal exploitation of
their reservoirs.

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Drill Stem Testing

Expro offers the complete well test package, utilising some of the industrys most reliable
technologies. We have invested in our infrastructure and people to enhance our global
capabilities in all the key Exploration and Appraisal markets where we operate.

A major part of this is our Drill Stem Testing (DST) offering, where we provide multi-function
and single-cycle cased hole DST tools for exploration well testing.
DST offers the fastest and safest method of evaluating the potential of a newly-discovered
hydrocarbon-bearing formation. After the well has been drilled and cased, the first stage of
a well test is to run a DST string in conjunction with a downhole data system and tubing
conveyed sampling.

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Our DST offering

Downhole data system Our standard DST string includes:

Expro's CaTS uses advanced wireless telemetry Slip joint allows the string to contract and expand with
technology to transmit high quality bottomhole pressure and temperature without affecting the internal pressure or
temperature data to surface in real-time using volume
electromagnetic (EM) through-tubing/casing communication. Single shot circulating valve single shot tool used to
Having access to surface readout data provides early circulate tubing contents after over pressure of the annulus
confirmation that the quality and quantity of data collected is Multi-function circulating valve used to reverse out
adequate to characterise the reservoir, leading to optimised tubing contents to remove hydrocarbons and debris,
timing of the well test operations. change fluid weights including spotting nitrogen and
efficiently spot viscous pills
Tubing conveyed sampling Self fill tubing tester valve used to pressure test the
Collection of representative downhole fluid samples is a key tubing while running in the well
objective in most DSTs activity. Expro's tubing conveyed Safety valve single shot tool used to shut in the well
sampling system provides a high-quality alternative to down hole with over pressure of the annulus
traditional DST type full-flow samplers. Tester valve used to shut-in downhole to obtain
The DST bottomhole assembly is designed around your test formation pressure, as a fluid-loss control tool and a safety
objectives and well parameters using tools with an shut in-valve
established track record to deliver reliable performance. Gauge carriers houses high accuracy pressure and
We provide multi-function and single-cycle cased hole DST temperature gauges
tools for exploration well testing. Tubing conveyed sampler carrier - houses bottom hole
samplers that can be selectively fired from surface
Hydraulic jars allows adjusting the tension in the
workstring to deliver a jarring action of the required
intensity
Retrievable packer and safety joints Expro provides a
range of retrievable casing packers for sizes from 4 to
13 3/8 casings
Tubing conveyed perforating systems Industry
standard perforating services

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The data that we deliver

Expro has continuously developed its capability to acquire accurate and reliable high quality data, allowing the customer to
make informed decisions quickly, effectively and efficiently.
Expro's data acquisition services provide monitoring solutions that apply at all locations from sand face to burner tip,
including the EDGE data acquisition system for surface process monitoring, precision quartz memory gauges for reservoir
pressure and temperature data and the CaTS wireless surface readout (SRO) system, providing real time bottom hole data
on demand.
The EDGE system captures both surface and downhole well data and then collates the information into a single report
format for our customers to review at, or remote from, the well site. EDGE features a complete visual/audible alarm system,
which can be configured, with upper and lower limits, to alert the operator or perform shut-down operations when any
abnormal conditions occur. It can monitor virtually any number of sensors, while simultaneously performing multiple
operations on the data, both real-time and historic.
The CaTS system transmits data to surface in real time using electromagnetic (EM) signals. Having access to SRO data
provides confidence in the data quality and quantity, leading to early decision making and optimisation of the testing
program duration.

System benefits include:

Uses the well-proven CaTS wireless communications technology
High specification quartz crystal sensors
Features dual redundancy throughout the system for enhanced reliability
Dual purpose gauge features both SRO and memory functionality
No need for wireline intervention to receive data at surface, reducing
intervention risk
Suitable for use in high H2S/CO2 harsh condition environments
Compatible with onshore, jack-up and semi-submersible operations

Our DST track record

Expro is one of the most experienced international well testing companies in the world and an established provider of Drill
Stem Testing (DST) services to the oil and gas industry.
We have vast operational experience with more than 400 DST jobs successfully completed in more than ten international
countries, including Brazil, Bolivia, Nigeria, Malaysia and India. We have also provided DST solutions for some of the worlds
major oil and gas producers including Shell, BP, Total, Petrobras, Mobil, Texaco.
The data that we provide throughout every well test allows our customers to plan the optimal exploitation of their reservoirs.

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Our DST tools

Our core DST tools have a track record that has been proven over the past 20 years. The addition of our new DST tools means that we
provide integrated solutions across the Exploration and Appraisal phase of any well.

Our tools have been manufactured with a high content of Monel and CuBr, giving them reliable performance in H2S, CO2 and acid
environments with no chromed seal surfaces exposed to well bore fluids in any of the tools.

Our core tools are:

Slip joint
The Slip Joint is a telescopic joint run in the tool string, allowing five feet
of free travel. It allows for tubing movement caused by temperature
changes. The tool is internally pressure and volume balanced. It is also
splined so that torque can be transferred below the tool.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 5,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Weight 1040 lbs / 472 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75 Annulus Operated
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm) Reversing Valve
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)
(AORV)
Length Extended 330 / 8382 mm
The AORV is a single shot
Collapsed 270 / 6858 mm circulating valve giving
Max Stroke 60 / 1524 mm unrestricted flow between
tubing and annulus. Once
open, the tool is retained in
this position by a lock ring
and cannot be reclosed.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 41.4" / 1052 mm
Tool Weight 250 lbs / 133 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

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Multi Reverse Spot Tool (MRST)
The MRST provides a means of establishing communication between
the annulus and the drill string. It has three functional positions:
closed, reverse, and circulate, and may be run in the well in either the
closed or reverse positions.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 138.2" / 3510 mm
Tool Weight 575 lbs / 261 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

Self Fill Tubing

Tester Valve (SFTTV)
The SFTTV provides a means
of pressure testing tubulars
while running in the hole. The
flapper valve in the tool will
only support pressure from
above thereby allowing
completion fluid to enter the
test string via the bypass.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 74" / 1879 mm
Tool Weight 572 lbs / 260 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

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Our DST tools

Pressure Operated Tester Valve (POTV)

The POTV is an annulus pressure-operated downhole ball valve. It is
run with a nitrogen section which compensates for changes in annulus
hydrostatic pressures. The POTV is designed to work in conjunction
with either retrievable or permanent packers as no set-down weight is
required when operating. An optional index lock-open system allows
the ball to be retained open every second cycle. This lock open feature
allows the POTV to act as a fluid by-pass when placing seals in a
packer bore and aids in wireline and well kill procedures.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 4 FH special
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 153" / 3886 mm
Tool Weight 640 lbs / 290 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)
Nitrogen Chamber
The Nitrogen Chamber is a
nitrogen filled chamber which
in conjunction with the
Annulus Reference Trap
System (ARTS), traps
hydrostatic pressure at test
depth which in turn is used as
a reference for the POTV.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 4FH special
Lower Thread Connection 4.375 " S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 189" / 4800 mm
Tool Weight 575 lbs / 261 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

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Annulus Reference Trap System (ARTS)
The ARTS is used to trap a pressure in the reference section of the
Pressure Operated Tester Valve (POTV). Once this reference pressure
has been trapped, the POTV can then be operated through the
application and removal of applied annulus pressure

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 4.375" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 55.4" / 1407 mm
Tool Weight 250 lbs / 133 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm) Hydraulic Jar
The Hydraulic Jar is used for
the purpose of freeing stuck
pipe and tools in the wellbore.
This device delivers heavy
impact blows to the test
string by storing energy within
the tool. In well test
applications the tool is run
directly above the Safety
Joint. The Hydraulic Jar is
designed to transmit torque
and withstand severe tensile
and compressive loads.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 113.8" / 2890 mm
Tool Weight 525 lbs / 133 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)
Maximum overpull 80,000lbs / 36 tons

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Our DST tools

Safety Joint and Overshot

The Safety Joint provides for an emergency release between the
work string and the packer. In the event that the Safety Joint is
released, the Overshot can be run to reconnect the work string with
the packer assembly.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 27.2" / 690 mm
Tool Weight 140 lbs / 63 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

Downhole Safety Valve (DHSV)

The DHSV is a single-shot ball valve run in the
open position. If required the ball can be
closed by applying annulus pressure to burst
a high-accuracy rupture disc. Once closed
the ball will isolate well pressure but will still
allow fluid to be pumped through from above
pump through pressures depend on
hydrostatic and differential pressure.

Specifications:
Working Pressure 15,000 psi / 103.42 Mpa
Working Temperature 350F / 175C
O.D. 5" / 127mm
I.D. 2.25" / 57.2mm
Upper Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Lower Thread Connection 3.75" S.A. 6 TPI
Tensile Strength 350,000 lbf / 155,600 daN
Tool Length 93.6 / 2377 mm
Tool Weight 300lbs / 136 kg
Service Condition H2S per NACE MR-01-75
Torque Strength 10,000 ft-lb (13,558 Nm)
Make-up Torque 4,000 ft-lb (5,423 Nm)

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Expros business is well flow technologies and specialised services, and
our mission is to:

measure
improve
control and
process

flow from high-value oil and gas wells.

From reservoir to disposal, Expro provides safe, efficient and accurate

well testing services to meet the needs of our customers in any well,
anywhere in the world.
For further information on DST please contact us at:

dst@exprogroup.com and +44 1224 225700

exprogroup.com