The PathMaster' Whipstock System combines the one-trip and retrievable features of the field - proven WindowMaster - Whipstock with a shorter whipstock ramp and full - gauge mills. This system provides a quicker kickoff with a higher build rate in short - radius drilling applications.
Advantages
Full - gauge mills provide a drift window and rathole
Short whipstock ramp provides quick kickoff
Shorter overall BHA allows system to pass through high doglegs
Only one drillpipe trip required to mill casing exit and drill pilot hole
Retrievable for multiple zone applications
Allows MWD, UBHO or gyro into packer for orientation
Uses patented METAL MUNCHE™ cutting technology for faster, cleaner cuts
Additional Information
Decreased length of the whipstock and a milling assembly consisting of only a window mill and watermelon mill combine to form a significantly shorter window exit BHA. The reduced-length BHA is capable of passing through higher doglegs in the wellbore.
“Smart approach to casing exits reduces risk in continuous rotary drilling operations”
Jeff Toulouse
Awards
2004 World Oil Award
Baker Oil Tools wins Best Drilling Technology Award for the PathMAKER™ formation mill at the 2004 World Oil Awards on October 14. The award recognizes outstanding accomplishments and foster new leadership in the oil and gas industry.
2004 Scottish Offshore Achievement Awards
Baker Oil Tools received the Scottish Offshore Achievement Awards Innovation Technology for the Casing Exit through high alloys or chrome casings in March 2004. The award recognizes innovative technological solutions developed in the UK for the oil and gas sector.
2003 ICoTA European Chapter Innovation Award
Baker Oil Tools received the ICoTA European Chapter Innovation Award for the Milling System for 25% Chrome Casing Exits in November 2003 at the 9th SPE/ICoTA Well Intervention & Coiled Tubing Round Table in Aberdeen. Judging of the award was based on technique, technology, application and value to the industry.