China Vigor Offers Gyro-Based Drilling Tools and Services

China Vigor Drilling Oil Tools and Equipment Co., Ltd. is offering gyro-based measurement solutions for directional drilling in the oil and gas sector. The company provides gyroscopic tools and field measurement services aimed at enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of wellbore placement.

Gyro drilling, also referred to as gyroscopic surveying, allows for precise positioning and directional control of wellbores. The process utilizes a gyroscope tool that maintains its orientation relative to true north, regardless of the drillstring's angle. This stability enables accurate measurement of the wellbore's inclination and azimuth.

The measurement tool is deployed into the wellbore and, at set intervals, measures the gyroscope's orientation. This data is processed to calculate the wellbore's three-dimensional coordinates and construct its trajectory. Drilling engineers use this information for planning and real-time steering adjustments to keep the wellbore on course.

This method is particularly advantageous in complex drilling scenarios, including directional, horizontal, and offshore drilling. Precise wellbore trajectory control aids in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery, improving drilling efficiency, and mitigating risks. Vigor states its gyroscopic inclinometers are used by major oil service companies globally.