Enteq Technologies has announced the launch of a multi-well testing program in Australia after securing a long-term contractual relationship in the country. The company’s SABER Tool (Steer-At-Bit Enteq Rotary Tool) and team arrived in Australia in late March and began testing in April.
The SABER Tool, originally developed by Shell, has been tested in various operating environments in Norway and at the Catoosa Test Facility in Oklahoma last year. This current testing campaign will involve testing the tool on a series of wells in Australia. Neil Bird, VP Advanced Drilling Systems at Enteq, expressed his excitement about the tool’s development over five years and emphasized how field trials are essential for further enhancing its capabilities.
Enteq CEO Andrew Law highlighted the potential of the SABER Tool to disrupt the directional drilling market, with positive conversations happening globally with industry leaders who see the transformational benefits it can bring. The tool’s unique internally directed fluid pressure differential system for steering offers improved reliability and operational efficiency, making it suitable for various applications like hydrocarbon production, geothermal energy, methane capture, and carbon storage.
One of the standout features of the SABER Tool is its transportability. It can be easily transported within the luggage allowance for flights, making it ideal for remote applications. This feature has earned it the nickname “an RSS in a suitcase.” The company’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in product development is driving a growing interest in the market for the SABER Tool.