More than a decade of field-proven success as a reliable intervention solution
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Dependable long-term V0 downhole barrier for gas well
United Kingdom
In 2014, an operator installed a 4 1/2-in. EV0-Trieve™ retrievable bridge plug (RBP) using the Halliburton DPU® downhole electrical power generator setting tool via slickline at 150 ft depth to serve as a mechanism for “temporary” well suspension. After almost 11 years of flawless well shut-in, and despite the extended installation period, the bridge plug was retrieved on slickline in “like-new” condition, which allowed inspection and redress for future installations.
Typical intervention barrier provision is short-term (days or weeks) to allow immediate maintenance operations. However, unplanned longer-term downhole barrier provision was necessary for this well.
The operator opted to deploy a 4 1/2-in. EV0-Trieve RBP two-trip system combined with a P.413PE0 equalizing sub and P.330JB0 junk basket with equalizing prong in this well. To help ensure compatibility, Halliburton performed a full assessment of the application, to include review of metallurgy and elastomer properties. A thorough understanding of the well conditions was essential to the successful long-term deployment of the EV0-Trieve V0 RBP.
Halliburton conducted a detailed evaluation of the gas well’s temperature, pressure, fluid composition, and depth profile to help ensure optimal material compatibility and sealing integrity. The metallurgy and elastomer properties of the RBP were carefully matched to withstand the specific downhole environment over an extended period.
Years of downhole barrier performance
Years of field-proven success globally
EV0-Trieve™ RBP deployed in UK
This proactive approach helped ensure nearly 11 years of flawless barrier performance and a smooth recovery in “like-new” condition, which reinforced the plug’s reliability in demanding well scenarios. The successful recovery of the EV0-Trieve™ V0 RBP after years of flawless downhole performance highlights Halliburton’s commitment to deliver long-term, high-integrity intervention solutions.
This milestone demonstrated significant durability, reusability, and proven value of the EV0-Trieve RBP throughout global operations. With more than 700 installations in the UK and more than 15 years of field-proven success worldwide, the EV0-Trieve RBP is recognized as a leading solution for reliable, high-performance well suspension in the most demanding environments.
