(Surface installed) soft torque systems

27 October 2011 Dear members

(This post submitted on behalf of a member who has poor internet access).

"We have been experiencing severe downhole vibrations that have been damaging bits and (potentially) tools.

Our primary course of action has been to adjust drilling parameters (RPM, WOB). That was moderately successful.

Our secondary course of action is to investigate a range of downhole tools and bits that either minimise the onset of drilling dysfunctions or mitigate their effect. Please do not submit any responses about this potential solution.

Now we are looking to invest in a soft-torque system. The two systems that we know about are Martin-Decker and Siemens. We are leaning towards the MD system.

Please may members share their experiences with soft-torque systems (especially those mentioned above). How to bring out the best in them, things to watch for etc.,

We are also interested in opening a dialogue on the relative merits of such systems. e.g. do they really work ?"

Thanks and kind regards

Dave Taylor

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