Operators and drilling contractors want to know that they are using the most advanced drilling technology to help them be in the hole longer, extend drilling performance, and increase the life of their equipment.
Drilling consumables, such as mud pump systems and their individual components, are not always a top priority but can drastically reduce downtime, overall cost of ownership and HSE risks.
By combining all of Forum Energy Technologies’ highquality components into the P-Quip® mud pump system, customers can realize the benefits of having a single-source provider who stands behind its advanced technology, helping achieve short- and long-term goals and drilling objectives.
The P-Quip fluid end mud pump system includes reliable and robust:
- Fluid end modules
- Discharge and suction manifolds
- Pulsation dampeners
- Fluid end expendables
- High-performance liner retention, valve cover, suction strainers and rod systems
All components within the system are built using Forum’s robust manufacturing and QA/QC process, which helps deliver increased equipment longevity and optimal performance in all types of drilling environments and pressures.
Forum Energy Technologies has dedicated resources and empowered its employees to ensure that the right product is safely designed, manufactured and delivered around the globe. By combining our high-quality components into the P-Quip® mud pump system, you realize the benefits of having a single-source provider who stands behind its advanced technology, helping you achieve short- and long-term goals and drilling objectives.
The P-Quip fluid end mud pump system includes reliable fluid end modules, discharge and suction manifolds, pulsation dampeners, fluid end expendables, high-performance liner retention systems, valve cover, suction strainers, and rod systems. All components within the system are built using Forum’s robust manufacturing and QA/QC process, which helps deliver increased equipment longevity and optimal performance in all types of drilling environments and pressures.
Reduced Downtime and Improved Mud Pump Efficiency
P-Quip system’s patented retention solution allows operators to drill longer between maintenance cycles. The easy-to-install system reduces HSE risks, maintenance downtime costs by up to 75%, change-out times and operating costs. The pony rod seal system utilizes patented seals that last up to four times longer than competitors. Proprietary polymer with four sealing surfaces provides a dependable seal, which eliminates fluid contamination into the power end that can lead to costly power end repairs if leakage occurs.
Lowest Cost of Ownership
Over 20 years of field use in the most severe environments and the data acquired in that timeframe has proven that the P-Quip system has the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. To further extend the life of its modules, Forum uses specialized machining and heat treat processes, which provides deeper case hardening in critical areas and less opportunity for cracking.
Reduced HSE risks
One of Forum Energy Technologies’ core values is “No one gets hurt”, and that includes our customers. The technology provided with the P-Quip system reduces, if not eliminates, the use of manual force during maintenance and is inherently safe. The simplicity and ease of use along with the reduction in actual time to replace high-use components automatically reduces HSE risks.
Forum’s P-Quip™ System Components Improve Performance and Reduce Safety Risks Compared to OEM Liner Retention System
An operator was drilling a complex well in West Texas, requiring mud pump liners to be changed out several times, which increased nonproductive time (NPT) and HSE risks. To help reduce downtime, improve safety and enhance drilling performance, the operator tasked its global drilling contractor with finding a quick-change liner retention system (LRS).
The contractor was also experiencing frequent liner wear plate replacement issues due to liner movement when operating at high mud pump pressures. The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) LRS was not able to apply enough force to the liner to prevent movement under extreme operating environments. As a result, the liner wear plate was being replaced every two weeks. Because of their extensive experience and comprehensive product portfolio, Forum Energy Technologies Drilling was contacted to troubleshoot the issue and provide a quick-change LRS with the necessary retention force.
The Solution
Forum recommended its high-performance (HP) retention system with proven spring retention technology, which is part of the P-Quip™ mud pump system. The HP LRS is a direct replacement for the OEM LRS and required no modifications. The team worked closely with the drilling contractor to install the new system and provided training, operating instructions and continuous follow-up. Once installed, the HP LRS achieved sufficient liner retention, eliminating frequent wear plate replacement. This reduced downtime and the need for expensive replacement parts, while improving performance and safety.
The Benefit
The Forum team was able to successfully meet the operator’s and drilling contractor’s objectives. The Forum HP LRS increased the safety and speed associated with liner changes—by almost 75% over the OEM LRS. No wear plates have been changed in more than three months (and counting) while using the P-Quip mud pump system LRS, resulting in an overall cost savings and reduced NPT.
Data points gathered over a 20-year period consistently demonstrate that using the Forum HP retention and rod system has a payback period averaging 5 months. Net present value of this system over a 10-year period is approximately $250,000 USD. Changing pump liners can result in typical injuries such as overexertion. According to Drilling Contractor.org, the average overexertion claim is $23,000 direct cost and indirect costs average 4 times direct costs.
The customer noted that they are pleased with the ease and functionality of the system as it eliminated the movement witnessed in the OEM LRS and has increased productivity and prolonged equipment life and integrity.
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