Rapid Indentification

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Rapid Indentification of Downhole Tubulars with RFID Tags Saves Significant Operational Dollars

By: Ian Binmore

Drill string components and other downhole tubulars used in drilling, workover and completion operations are expected to perform in highly adverse conditions. Failure or misuse of components may lead to catastrophic safety or environmental consequences and millions of wasted dollars. Despite these risks, most components used downhole are measured and managed with essentially the same tools and paper-based systems used back in 1900 when Spindletop was drilled.

This article reviews the technology, issues and economics associated with use of rapid frequency identification (RFID) systems on drilling and workover rigs.

General concept of Rapid Frequency Identification (RFID)

Downhole components, including OCTG components, can be equipped with a tag which allows them to be rapidly scanned and identified. The identifier is instantly matched to accurate and detailed dimensional, material, inspection and even use history. Tag scanning may occur in either an automated or semi-automated manner.

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