We provide technical consulting and training in image log and core studies, fractured reservoir geology and engineering, general structural geology and field studies. We also provide needs analysis, project management, and quality control of fractured reservoir problems and work programs.
Processing Work
Image log data processing prepares the data for interpretation by making speed and geometric corrections, equalizations, etc. Deliverable: CD-ROM or tape of the processed data and notes on processing procedures. Fee structure: Fixed-price.
Interpretation Work
Image log interpretation comprises identification, description and measurement of fractures, other tectonic structures, sedimentary structures and induced wellbore failures in image logs in conjunction with other log and subsurface data. Deliverable: CD-ROM or tape containing log data, interpretations, presentation files, a brief report, and recommendations. Fee structure: Fixed-price or Time & Materials.
Analysis Work
Analysis of data derived from image log interpretation in conjunction with other log and subsurface data to determine detailed subsurface structure and geologic history, quantify fractured reservoir properties, determine optimum drilling directions, paleostress history, paleocurrent patterns, and/or present-day stresses. Deliverable: Illustrated report in electronic and/or hardcopy format. Fee structure: Fixed-price or Time & Materials.
Core Description
Description and measurement of lithologies, geologic structures and natural and induced fractures in core including relative or absolute fracture orientations. Deliverable: Illustrated log and report of lithology, tectonic and sedimentary structures, and natural and induced fractures.
Analysis Work
Quantitative core studies to determine fractured reservoir properties, geologic structure, paleostress studies, and to constrain present-day stress. Deliverable: Illustrated report.
We perform structural field studies for quantitative fracture and paleostress analysis, field mapping to solve specific structural problems and/or to support quantitative structural analysis. No terrain is too tough; experienced in remote, primitive and hostile physical environments including the Amazon basin, sub-Andes, North and South American deserts, mountain and sub-Arctic environments, and Southeast Asia.
We provide field and/or classroom training in: image log processing, interpretation and analysis; subsurface structural geology; quantitative and qualitative fractured reservoir evaluation; core analysis; general structural geology; and field-based structural geology.
Cooperative Courses
We partner with leading individuals and companies to offer cooperative courses on: quantitative structural analysis (balanced cross-section construction); well-test evaluation using equivalent media methods and/or Discrete Fracture Network modeling; fractured reservoir modeling using DFN methods; and fractured reservoir modeling using equivalent media methods.
Needs Analysis
Confronted by a fractured reservoir problem and don't know where to start? The first step is identifying exactly what the problem is; the second is finding the most efficient path to the solution. Needs-analysis consulting provides a written report that charts a cost-effective course to the solution based on a data review and problem analysis. We'll help you decide whether that expensive logging program is worthwhile, whether service company salesmen are trying to sell you a science project, or whether you should bother doing anything.
Quality Control and Review
We provide independent quality control, ongoing needs-analysis and review of fractured reservoir work programs.
Project Management
Cost-effective, integrated evaluation of your fractured reservoir. Some fractured reservoir problems are relatively simple; others require input from disciplines as diverse as sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, structural geology and reservoir engineering. We can assemble and manage a team of geoscientists and/or engineers to solve any problem cost effectively. If desired, we will minimize your expenditures on contract personnel by training in-house staff to enable your own people to do much or most of the project work.