FlexB2D® 2.0 Technology
Achieve configurable and consistent bit and BHA engagement
Outcomes
Compatibility
Effective Bit Engagement
FlexB2D® 2.0 technology is the automated process after the driller enables the pumps until the system is transitioned to the autodriller. Replication of automated processes provides a reliable baseline for performance analysis and process optimization.
Ramping up drilling parameters after tagging bottom is also an important consideration to prevent drilling dysfunction from initiating. H&P transformed this common multi-step task into an automated and configurable process with FlexB2D 2.0 technology. Now, operators can realize even more efficiencies than were available before.
FlexB2D 2.0 technology has an automated zeroing feature for weight-on-bit (WOB) and differential pressure to ensure proper contact with the formation. Automated, configurable, consistent bit engagement ultimately helps reduce BHA failures and decreases time to target.
Features & Benefits
Customizable & Automated process
Benefit
Reduced time to target saves money
Full stand control
Benefit
Return to bottom from any point during a stand after engaging bottom (Sliding or rotating), improving back to bottom times and lessening exposure to manual bit engagement variances.
Off-bottom RPM reduction
Benefit
Automatically slows the top drive to help prevent harmful drillstring vibrations
Survey on the fly
Benefit
Decreases flat time/off bottom time spent waiting for survey before drilling operations can resume
Reduce Risk of Unplanned Trips
This technology is designed to reduce failures and equipment wear by reengaging the bit in a controlled, repeatable way—minimizing the risk of downhole tool damage. Lateral vibrations are managed by executing the automated process and minimizing the time of low depth of cut, and using automated zeroing for accurate, consistent performance to extend the life of bits and BHAs while avoiding costly unplanned trips.
Operational efficiency is also improved through automated staging to multiple operator-defined setpoints, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent execution. This not only reduces human variability but also shortens transition times from connections to drilling, driving down cost per foot and accelerating overall well programs.
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