Part 1: Formation analysis improves drilling fluid design

At Blick, we design drilling fluid programs - to optimise the success of drilling, piling and tunnel boring.

Watch Part 2: Drilling in a clay formation? Do we Encapsulate, Disperse or Inhibit?

Critical trenchless installations require a fluid system that is optimised to the ground conditions that will be encountered. At Blick, customers send us geotechnical reports, samples of formations or even photos to allow us to understand their conditions. Using this information we will design a fluid system to maximise their success.

Different formations require different solutions;

• Reactive clay may require treatment to prevent swelling

• Filtration control may need to be managed to prevent fluid loss

• Gel strength or carrying capacity may need to be added to allow effective hole cleaning.

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We don't build a programme based on the averages when we build a programme. Instead, we developed tailored solutions to address hole cleaning, filtration control, and pressure management specific to your situation, geotech information and equipment.

Call us to discuss the formation of your next project to see where Blick makes a difference. Our Australia team is available on +61 3 9068 5688 (Melbourne) or +61 8 6271 3575 (Perth) and New Zealand on +64 7 849 2366.