Scientific Drilling International (SDI) has announced the launch of its next-generation mud pulse MWD system. The FALCON MWD offers superior reliability, precision wellbore placement, higher durability, deeper reach and safer operations, all while allowing for faster drilling.

 

"FALCON MWD is a full-featured mud pulse MWD system, providing a telemetry mechanism for all other SDI MWD, gyroMWD, LWD rotary steerable and Smart Motor components," said Ben Hawkinson, Global Product Line manager.

 

"The control module also has the capability to measure basic drilling dynamics as well as mud flow and rotation for the purposes of drilling optimization and power management."

 

Overall features of FALCON MWD include:

 

The FALCON MWD also includes a new high speed telemetry mode thanks to significant improvements that have been made in the both the uphole and downhole systems.

 

Based in Houston, Scientific Drilling International is the largest independent directional drilling and wellbore placement service provider with operations strategically located around the globe. SDI has assembled a unique combination of experienced professionals and a deep portfolio of innovative drilling and production technologies.