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The History of Well Logging

In 1926, brothers Conrad and Marcel Schlumberger founded Schlumberger Limited which specialises in Borehole Logging , Slimhole Logging, Oil Gas Logging and more. Conrad was originally a respected physicist and Marcel a respected engineer. During his work as a professor, Conrad thought that it would be great if you could measure the conductivity of ore beds and so he began experimenting with various tools such as a bathtub! His experiments proved to be successful and were the beginning of their road to establishing themselves as the geniuses behind well logging. The pair began to travel all over the world from the USA to Serbia and in between. They eventually conducted their first electrical survey before signing a profitable contract with Pechelbronn oil field. Their electrical survey quickly became known as well logging, becoming more and more efficient as time passed. The Schlumberger business thrived and gained worldwide recognition. Unfortunately, Conrad passed away due to a heart ...

Jargon Busting: Borehole Logging

Borehole logging can be used for a range of purposes including hydrological and groundwater investigations, Environmental monitoring, Assessing coal deposits and more. It is the activity of logging the properties found in the ground using a number of specialised equipment. Our jargon-busting guide will explore and explain some of the terms commonly used in the field. Log A log is a record of the various properties found in the rock and soil surrounding the borehole. Logs can measure a range of properties including the size of the borehole, the neutron absorption rate, the acoustic travel-time of the rock and more. Winches A winch is a lifting device which is carefully engineered to ensure reliable operation under harsh field conditions. It usually consists of a strong cable, winding round a rotating drum which is then cranked by a motor. There are a variety of winches available, each offering a range of benefits and applications. For example, Robertson Geologging w...

Well Logging - All about Well Logging

Well Logging - How Neutron Probes and Water Probes are an integral part of well creation and maintenance. What is Well Logging? Well Logging is an incredibly important part of any drilling effort, and a huge asset. This old, yet widely used technique is an integral section to proper well management and resource accountability. The meaning of the words ‘Well Logging’ is defined as any recorded incident of drilling to the deepness of a well, taking findings and recording graphs or charts. This is further enabled by an application of many useful tools which decipher all corresponding electrical, acoustic and radioactive frequencies embedded within the surface of the rockface. These are applied to a drill itself or applied after the drilling process takes place. By working closely alongside logging experts, you can ensure that the necessary equipment suits your needs. If you’re unsure of the tools and necessary supplements that you may need for an upcoming logg...