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Drilling template acurately leveled with pile-supported system

Journal Article · · Oil and Gas Journal; (United States)
OSTI ID:7009574
This paper reports on a drilling template for BP Exploration Inc.'s Pompano field set to within 0.015[degrees] of level in Viosca Knoll Block 989 offshore Louisiana. The 280-slot, 285-ton template was installed in 1,290 ft of water. The typical tolerance for a template setting is [plus minus]0.25[degrees] of level. This accuracy ensures that the docking piles will function properly when the jacket is installed and prevents problems with misalignment of drilling and tieback equipment.
OSTI ID:
7009574
Journal Information:
Oil and Gas Journal; (United States), Journal Name: Oil and Gas Journal; (United States) Vol. 90:51; ISSN OIGJAV; ISSN 0030-1388
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English