Talisman Energy Inc.
Project: Optimization Design of a 3-well pad Multi-stage Frac Horizontal Wells (MFHW) – Cardium formation
Sensitivity analysis was performed with the objective of determining the optimum Hz well spacing and also the frac design; including the frac size and the number of frac stages. Production forecasts were generating using the Rubis Software for various design options. Further, a production acceleration scenario was evaluated to determine its impact on the project's NPV.
Project: Well Performance Evaluation
During the frac operation, 4 stages out of 13 failed as a result of frac-port malfunction. The purpose of this analysis was to quantify the well upside potential should a successful frac treatment is performed on a new Hz well. To create a reliable well model, the reservoir parameters were obtained from the initial flow/build-up test (Saphir software). Consequently, the well production forecast analysis was performed using both the Topaze and further refined using a numerical model (Rubis).
Taqa North LTD.
Project: Evaluation of Multi-stage Frac Hz Well (MFHW) Evaluation
Numerical modeling; using the Rubis software (KAPPA), was used to illustrate the benefits of applying the Multi-stage fracing to an existing Hz well producing from the Red Rock Oil field – Chinook Formation. A multi-layered/multi phase model was generated to account for the two rock types; Conglomerate and sand. The model predict an oil production rate increase of 4 folds for a six-stage frac (open hole completion).
Project: Design of a new waterflood project – Red Rock
Since this field has been on primary production, the expected ultimate oil recovery was not attractive because of the low formation permeability of the Chinook Formation. Based on analytical techniques, it was concluded that the primary recovery factor of approx. 5% could be increased to 20%. The prize of implementing the waterrflood would add additional oil reserves over 15 MMBbl's. A pilot project was recommended to utilize a new MFHW as an injector and existing offset vertical wells as producers. The selection criteria of the pilot location and performance were determined using a combination of analytical and numerical techniques. Based on the results of the pilot project, further decisions will be made to implement a full scale waterflood project.
Similar design and performance evaluation of Multi-stage Frac Hz Well (MFHW) was performed for the following clients:
- AORC Oil and Gas Ltd.
- Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd (Pelisko Formation)
- Petro Bakken (Bakken Fprmation)
Big Guns Perforating & Logging
Project:
As part of the ERCB requirements for steam injection in heavy oil fields, several Mini Fracs are performed to determine the formation breakdown (frac) pressure. Mini frac analysis has been performed (Saphir software) on numerous wells to satisfy the Board requirement and also to obtain formation parameters critical to fracture treatment design including: closure pressure, leak-off coefficient, formation permeability, etc.
Whitecap Resources Inc.
Project: Evaluation of Completion Techniques for MFHW: Valhalla North – Saxsmith (Montney)
Performance comparison of MFHW's using either open hole (Packer Plus Type) and cased hole was performed. Numerical Production Analysis (Topaz Software) was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the completion/frac techniques used for the existing five horizontal wells. Further, sensitivity analysis was also conducted to optimize the completion and frac design for newly drilled MFHW.
Burlington Resources (Previously Hunt Oil Company of Canada Inc.
Project:
Provided complete project and reservoir management services to exploit the Rigel Lower Halfway "H" Pool (Oil). Including: planned and co-ordinated data acquisition program of subsurface pressure, fluids and core data. Prepared various laboratory programs (special core analysis, PVT,..). Prepared preliminary waterflood design and obtained approval from the government regulatory agency. Conducted a reservoir simulation study using the Exodus Model to predict waterflood performance and optimize the field's ultimate oil recovery under several development scenarios.
Canadian Hunter Exploration Ltd.
Project:
Reviewed the performance of the EOR scheme by gas injection of the Kakwa Cardium "A" Unit. Identified in-fill drilling potential and performed economic evaluation to optimize the timing of the gas cap blow-down.
Husky Energy Inc.
Project:
Performed a reservoir study to evaluate the suitability of the Hussar Glauconite "R" Pool for gas storage. Evaluate the performance of different wellbore configuration, using the WEM Model (Nodal analysis) to meet the project target rate if 200 MMscf/d. Prepared production/injection profiles to ensure that the performance of both the reservoir and the surface gas compressor are synchronized. The project has been operating successfully for several years.
Gulf Canada Resources Limited
Project:
Performed evaluation of the results of a major hydraulic fracture treatment on several gas wells the Bigoray area (Glauconite and Ostracod Pools). Advised the client on the impact of the stimulation treatment on the reserves estimate and on making strategic decision with respect to property divestiture.
Devon Canada Corp./Anderson Exploration Ltd.
Project:
Performed waterflood optimization study of the Pierson Field (Manitoba), including: voidage calculations, recommendations to evaluate and improve water injectivity, horizontal well applications and selection well in-fill locations.
Project:
Performed waterflood optimization study of the West Eagle Unit (B.C.), including: quantify upside oil recovery and recommend development locations and prepare workover programs to increase production and water injectivity.
EOG Resources Canada Ltd./Enron Oil Canada Ltd.
Project:
Performed sensitivity study of horizontal well applications, using the JTI "Horizontal" program by Dr. Joshi, to optimize well design for the Highvale Banff "H" oil pool and the gas well Enron Edson 8-33-54-17 W5.
Indian Oil and Gas Canada
Project:
Conducted performance review of the Jumpbush Upper Mannville F Pool, including the determination of the OOIP and voidage replacement calculations. Prepared recommendations to improve injectivity & the ultimate oil recovery.
Best Pacific Resources Ltd.
Project:
Nodal analysis was performed to solve water loading problems of numerous gas wells in the Gadsby and Bashaw Fields. Successful results were achieved by implementing re-completion recommendations.
Shiningbank Energy Management Inc.
Project:
Performed reserves and economic evaluations of acquisition opportunities.
Slade Energy Inc.
Project:
Modeled gas gathering system in the Peter area using Fekete Piper program and perform production forecast sensitivity analysis.
BG Canada Exploration and Production Inc.
Project:
Reservoir modelling of the "Waterton" Field. A 3D reservoir simulation model was created to evaluate the performance of horizontal wells in BG's Waterton Field. A dual porosity - dual permeability simulation model compositional model was built using CMG's GEM simulation model. CMG's WINPROP was used to model the phase behavior for the gas condensate reservoir. The model was used to estimate the gas rates and liquid dropout in the reservoir.
Other Projects
Well Test Design and Analysis
Provided well test design and analysis services including: flow/buildup, DST, reservoir limit tests, etc. for numerous companies including Devon Canada Corp/Anderson Exploration, Rio Alto, Husky Energy, Canadian 88, Petro Canada, Primewest Energy, Pengrowth Corp., Vermilion Resources, Sunoma Energy, Enron Oil Canada, etc., using the Fekete FAST software.
Regulatory Submissions
Prepared numerous submissions, on behalf of clients, to the AEUB and the Oil and Commission (BC), including waterflood application, Good Production Practices, commingle production, Special MRL application, etc.
Expert Witness
Represent clients in legal disputes that requires Expert witness.
Training
Provided customized in-house training courses to several E & P companies in Western Canada and Internationally (Abu-Dhabi, Qatar, Peru, Sudan, and Algeria), including:
• Fundamentals of Reservoir Engineering • Well Test Analysis Workshop • Production Optimization • Technology of Horizontal Well Fundamentals • Dynamic Reservoir Characterization
Conducted several technical seminars to the Petroleum Society of CIM including:
• Practical Aspects of Well Test Analysis • A Quick Snap at IPR Application • An Integrated Technology to International and Domestic Field Developments • Well Test Applications - Canadian Occidental (Yemen) • Performance and reserves evaluation of horizontal wells • How to get the most out of Well Test
Technical Paper
"Well Test Data Goes Electronic", by Saad Ibrahim and Brenda Christie from the AEUB in the JCPT, April 1999.