Drilling rig is one of the key equipment in oil and gas development and production. It is not only used to explore and extract oil resources. But also to provide critical data on the distribution and nature of oil and gas underground to support subsequent oil extraction.
In addition, the rig can also perform workover operations during the drilling process to maintain. And repair Wells that have been drilling to ensure continuity and stability of oil and gas production.
With the continuous increase of global energy demand. Especially the particularity of China’s energy structure, the market demand for oil drilling RIGS continues to grow. The rapid development of the rig industry not only promotes the progress of the petroleum industry. But also enhances the competitiveness of China’s petroleum industry.
In short, drilling rig plays an irreplaceable role in oil and gas exploitation. And is an important force to promote the development of the petroleum industry.
According to different working principles and functions, oil Drilling RIGS can be dividing into many types, each type has its own specific application scenario.
The following describes several common oil RIGS and their main features.
- First, the land rig. Land RIGS are the most common type of drilling rig and are primarily using for oil exploration and recovery operations on land. Its main components include the rig, drill string, drill pipe and drill bit, etc., using the rotary drill bit to penetrate the formation to obtain oil and gas resources. The land drilling rig is suitable for all kinds of terrain and environmental conditions. And its main characteristics are stable structure and easy operation.
- The second is offshore drilling RIGS. Which, as the name suggests, are using for oil exploration and extraction operations in the sea. Its main components include the platform, derrick, floating raft and drilling equipment. Offshore drilling RIGS can be fixing or floating in the ocean for drilling. With excellent stability and the ability to withstand Marine climate, suitable for deep sea and far sea operations.
- In addition, there are block drilling RIGS, which are specially using for oil drilling and extraction in underground mines. The block rig consists of a downhole vehicle frame, downhole control system, drill rig and drilling equipment to perform accurate directional drilling operations in the mine. Because of its high positioning accuracy and drilling quality. The block drilling rig is especially suitable for drilling under complex geological conditions in the underground mine.
- Finally, directional drilling rig with hole. This type of drilling rig is using for directional drilling in well holes and mainly consists of lower base, guide module. Guide system and drilling equipment. The directional drilling rig can achieve high precision directional drilling in the hole. Which is suitable for the scenario that requires directional operation in the hole.
With the continuous development of oil exploration. And production technology, the variety of drilling RIGS is constantly updating and improved to meet the increasingly complex and diverse needs.
The government’s policy support for the energy mining industry. As well as the growth of global energy demand, has provided a strong guarantee and broad market space for the development of the rig industry. At the same time, with the promotion of safe and efficient intelligent mining of coal, clean and efficient intensive utilization. As well as the development of new energy and renewable energy, the rig industry will usher in more development opportunities.
However, the rig industry also faces some challenges.
- First of all, drilling rig involves multi-disciplinary, including geology, metal materials science. Mechanical processing engineering,etc., requiring production enterprises to have deep technical accumulation and rich production experience. There are high technical barriers to mastering core technology in a short period of time.
- Secondly, the rig industry is a capital-intensive industry, production equipment procurement. Research and development investment, marketing and other needs a lot of financial support. Many companies can not afford the high initial investment, limiting their market access. In the face of the complex and volatile global trade environment. The intensification of geopolitical tensions has increased trade barriers and restrictive measures, increasing the uncertainty of industry exports.
Despite this, the rig industry is still on a positive trajectory. In the future, with the advancement of technology trends such as automation, intelligence, green environmental protection, multi-functional integration, efficient and durable.
The rig industry will continue to transform and upgrade, develop in the direction of more efficient, safe and environmental protection. And provide more advanced solutions for the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources. At the same time, policy support and market demand will also create more opportunities for the development of the rig industry.
