Sand Stop Expandable Screen

HPOGC, along with its key partners, is at the forefront of
developing and applying expandable completion technology.
Rigorous planning and detailed engineering are at the core of
making this technology applicable in a wide range of
applications. With an ever increasing number of applications,
the next few years will see expandable completions playing a
bigger role within HPOGC’s and other operators’ sand
control portfolio.

SES System Benefits

 Is an expandable screen that can
achieve borehole contact and
eliminate the annulus without using a
gravel pack.
 Provides 36% more filtration/flow
area than other expandable screens
on the market.
 Stabilizes weak formations, allowing
them to withstand high depletions of
over 10,000 psi.
 Reduced exposure to logistics and
health, safety and environment risks
during installation phase.
 Reduced costs during the installation
phase.
 Reduced well count.
 Cased-hole functionality, in particular
compatibility with downhole flow
control (DHFC).
 Eliminating the need for multistage
cased hole gravel pack completions.
 An alternative to Open Hole Gravel
Pack (OHGP) completions.
 Improved sand control. SES BHA
 
 
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Consttruction
n
SES iss a th
hree-layer constru
uction
manufactu ured to the highe est standdards,
robust enough to withstand th he toughesst well
conditionss while ma aintaining sand exclusion
for the life
e of the well.
Slotted Base
B Pipe
e: Tubular steel slottted to
an exact pattern and a precisse specificcation
using an automated d abrasivee high-pressure
water jet slotting
s sysstem.
Filtration Layer: Sand Control Filter
Medium, woven to o a dutch h Twill design
sandwiche ed betwee en slotted base pipe e and SES Layers
outer shrooud. The filter
f layerrs overlap each
other alonng the length of the base pipe e and
slide to accommo odate the circumferrence
increase during exxpansion while
w remaaining
sand-tightt.
Outer Prrotective Shroud: Pre-perfo orated
expandab ble plate formed around filter
medium and
a seam welded along the le ength
of the joint. The shroud
s pro
otects the filter
medium during
d deployment.
The threee layers are held to ogether using a
special welding
w pro
ocess to ensure
e stre
ength
and integrrity. Filter Medium
M

The Fiilter Me
edium
Petroweave is a wirrecloth wo oven developed for SES S and available
a in
na
range of selected
s m
micron ratin
ngs. The filter
f is connstructed by
b weaving ga
number of o wrap wires
w with a maximu um numbe er of weftt wires. Th his
creates a double layyer of weft wires to produce
p a cloth
c that iss both stro
ong
and durab ble. The filtters are avvailable in both
b 316L and Nicke el Alloy (825),
offering compatibilit
c ty with mo ost corrossive well environmen
e nts. Nomin nal
aperture sizes
s rangiing from15 50 microns to 270 microns canb be chosen to
suit differrent well foormations. To ensurre product integrity, the weaving
process iss monitore ed and con ntrolled to particle siz
ze analysiss to verify its
micron ratting.

 
 
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SES Sand Stop Expandable Screen Joint

The SES joint consists of slotted steel tube, around which overlapping
layers of filter membrane are attached. A final layer of pre-slotted steel
plate is then formed around the outside, keeping the filter membrane
firmly sandwiched and protecting the filter media from damage during
deployment. The joints have integral slotted connections and because
there are no “blank areas” each part of an SES joint contributes to flow.
Connections are designed to be sand tight, both pre and post expansion.

Features
 Expandable Slotted Tubular
 Slotted base pipe
 Petroweave filter media
 Perforated protective outer shroud
 Sand-tight expandable connection

Benefits
 Improved productivity
 Effective sand control solution
 Large ID in reservoir section, improved inflow
performance
 Elimination of screen / hole annulus
 Borehole stabilization
 No blank sections at connections
SES Joint

Applications
The SES joints can be run using conventional rig handling equipment
and can be run in any length. Connections are made-up using a special
micro-grip tool then locked in position with “anti-rotation lock screws”.
Expansion is achieved either by compliant roller based expansion
system or by passing a tapered cone through the inside of the product.
During this process both inner and outer layers are plastically deformed
to achieve the desired dimension. The overlapping layers slide over one
another to accommodate the increase in diameter.
 
 
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SES Sand Stop Expandable Screen Joint

SES joint material specification

Description 316L 25Cr 17/ 4 S.S.

Base Pipe *

Connector *

Petroweave *

Outer Shroud *

Lock-Screws *

SES joint Sieve specification

Petroweave 270 µm 230 µm 175 µm 150 µm

SES joint technical specification

Connector Pre- SES Body Pre-

Expansion Expansion Joint
Expansion
Size Final I.D. Size Weight
O.D.
Length
O.D. I.D. O.D. I.D.

Hole or Csg Ø
2-7/ 8" 3.299" 2.323" 3.187" 2.323" 3-7/ 8" - 4-1/ 2" 30 ft 11.0 lbs/ ft
less 0.976"

Hole or Csg Ø
3-1/ 2" 3.898" 2.933" 3.812" 3.067" 4-3/ 4" - 5-1/ 4" 38 ft 11.0 lbs/ ft
less 0.965"

Hole or Csg Ø
4" 4.425" 3.437" 4.312" 3.548" 5-7/ 8" - 6-1/ 4" 38 ft 13.5 lbs/ ft
less 0.988"

Hole or Csg Ø
4-1/ 2" 4.921" 3.937" 4.812" 4.026" 6" - 7-1/ 4" 38 ft 15.0 lbs/ ft
less 0.984"

Hole or Csg Ø
5-1/ 2" 6.024" 4.803" 5.875" 5.047" 8-3/ 8" - 9-1/ 8" 38 ft 18.0 lbs/ ft
less 1.221"

 
 
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SES Expandable Top Connector

The ETC (Expandable Top Connector) is a short pre-formed section of
SES, which connects the SES assemble with the blank space-out pipe
at the top of the SES system. As well as being a crossover device, the
main function of the ETC is to provide an area to initiate expansion. The
construction is very similar to an SES joint with the exception of having a
pre-formed shape, and a standard VamFJL box connection at the top.
The ETC has an integral slotted bottom connection and because there
are no “blank areas” each part of an ETC contributes to flow.
Connections are designed to be sand tight, both pre and post expansion.

Features
 Crossover from SES to conventional pipe
 Standard box connection: VamFJL
 Wine glass profile

Benefits
 Improved productivity
 Effective sand control solution
 Large ID in reservoir section, improved inflow
performance
 Elimination of screen/hole annulus
 Borehole stabilization
 No blank section at connection
SES Top
Connector

Applications
The ETC would be run at the top of an SES string. Having made up all of
the SES joints as required, the ETC is then screwed into the top of the
last joint of SES. Conventional blank pipe is then run, to space out the
packer or liner hanger as required.

 
 
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SES Expandable Top Connector

SES top connector material specification

Description 316L 25Cr 17/ 4 S.S.

Base Pipe *

Connector *

Petroweave *

Outer Shroud *

Lock-Screws *

SES top connector sieve specification

Petroweave 270 µm 230 µm 175 µm 150 µm

SES top connector technical specification

Pre-Expansion
Size Expansion O.D. Final I.D. Overall Length
O.D. I.D.

3-1/2" 4.5" 2.933" 4-3/4" - 5-1/4" 3.822" 2.8 ft

4" 5.75" 3.437" 5-7/8" - 6-1/4" 4.94" 3 ft

5-1/2" 8.19" 4.803" 8-3/8" - 9-1/8" 6.87" 2.5 ft

 
 
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SES Expandable Bottom Connector

The EBC (Expandable Bottom Connector) is a short section of SES
which terminates an SES assembly and provides a run-off area for the
expansion tool to end the expansion process. The EBC is approximately
10ft long with the lower section being non-slotted and incorporating a
stub-acme pin / O ring seal enabling a bull plug to be attached. The EBC
has an integral slotted top connection and because there are no “blank
areas” each part of an EBC contributes to flow. Connections are
designed to be sand tight, both pre and post expansion.

Features
 Expandable slotted tubular
 Provides run off area for expansion cone
 Stub acme pin down

Benefits
 Improved productivity
 Effective sand control solution
 Large ID in reservoir section, improved inflow
performance
 Elimination of screen/hole annulus
 Borehole stabilization
 No blank section at connection
SES Bottom
Connector

Applications
The EBC would be run at the bottom of a single zone section of the SES,
or on the bottom of the lower zone for multi-zone SES applications.It
would be picked up separately using a standard SES lift sub. The EBC
being 10ft long allows for a run off area for the expansion process to
stop. If a pre-installed cone has been run then the cone will be left
behind in the EBC when the expansion mandrel is pulled from the hole.

 
 
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SES Expandable Bottom Connector

SES Bottom connector material specification

Description 316L 25Cr 17/ 4 S.S.

Base Pipe *

Connector *

Petroweave *

Outer Shroud *

Lock-Screws *

SES Bottom connector sieve specification

Petroweave 270 µm 230 µm 175 µm 150 µm

SES Bottom connector technical specification

Pre-Expansion Expansion Final I.D.

Size O.D. Pin Connection Solid
O.D. I.D. (Typical) Connection

2-7/8" TBA 2.323" 3-7/8"-4-1/2" TBA TBA

3-1/2" TBA 2.933" 4-3/4" - 5-1/4" TBA TBA

5 1/2" 15.5"#
4" 5.75" 3.437" 5-7/8" - 6-1/4" TBA
VamFJL

4-1/2" TBA 3.937" 6" – 7-1/4" TBA 4.86"

7-5/8" 29.7#
5-1/2" 8.19" 4.803" 8-3/8" - 9-1/8" TBA
VamFJL

 
 
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Sand Control Circulating Valve (SCCV)

The SCCV is an all metal double-acting float shoe, which can be run at
the Bottom of any liner or sand screen BHA. It is designed with a large
flow area and a low opening/closing pressure to allow fluids to be
circulated, when used in conjunction with wash pipe, through the valve
assemblies with minimal back pressure.

Features
 All metal construction ensure well life pressure
retention
 Baffle plate protects from balls/dropped wash
string damage
 Simple & robust construction

Benefits
 Allows circulation through EST string whilst
maintaining Sand Control

Applications
It would be run at the bottom of an EST. When used
inconjunction with wash pipe and stinger system it is
possible to circulate through the valve.
SES SCCV

SES SCCV technical specification

Size Max O.D. Overall Length Flow Area Connection

2-7/ 8" 3.50" 24" TBA TBA
3-1/ 2" 3.9" 24" TBA 3.625" Stub Acme
4" 5.00" 26" 3.4 sq in 4.50" Stub Acme
4-1/ 2" 4.90" 26" TBA 4.50" Stub Acme
5-1/ 2" 6.00" 28" 3.6 sq in 5.625" Stub Acme

 
 
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EST Axial Compliant Expansion Tool

The Axial Compliant Expansion (ACE) System offers
single trip, compliant EST expansion. Compliant
expansion is the key to the elimination of the
annulus, the provision of borehole support and
therefore the prevention of particle migration.

Features
 Compliant expansion system
 Top down expansion
 Retrievable system
 Field redressable tool

Benefits
 Compliant EST expansion for improved
wellbore contact
 Single trip system
 Allows access through restricted ID’s
 Improved tool life
SES Expansion
Tool

Applications
Before commencing expansion, lower the ACE Tool until engaged into
the EST. Start pumping and increase the flow rate until the operating
pressure is met and allowed to stabilize. Run the tool to the depth
required for full EST expansion.

SES Expansion Tool technical specification

Min. Tool Max. Screen Operating Expansion

EST Size
O.D. O.D. Pressures Speed
4" 4.310" 6.060" 1,500 psi 10 ft/min Max.
4-1/ 2" TBA TBA TBA TBA
5-1/ 2" 5.875" 8.800" 1,500 psi 10 ft/min Max.

 
 
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EST Retrievable Cone Expansion Mandrel

The EST Retrievable Cone Expansion Mandrel is a two-
part mandrel with an easily interchangeable hard-faced
expansion cone. The mandrel is ported above and below
the cone to prevent swabbing whilst pulling out.

Features
 Robust & simple construction
 Easily Interchangeable sized cone
 Ported mandrel prevents swabbing/surging
 Tungsten Carbide cone for improved wear
properties

Benefits
 Simple weight only expansion method
 Retrievable system allows the cone size to be
selected after EST installation
SES Retr.
Expansion
Mandrel
Applications
The mandrel is run on the bottom of an expansion string, essentially a
BHA consisting of drill collars and /or HWDP. The expansion BHA is run
in to the EST setting depth. By slacking off weight, the expansion
process is initiated. Typical expansion forces range from 18 to 35,000
Lbs. Following full length EST expansion, the cone and mandrel are
retrieved to the surface.

SES Expansion Mandrel technical specification

EST Size Expansion Cone Size Range Box Connection Expanded SES I.D.

3-1/ 2" 3.625" to 3.875" 2-7/ 8" PH6 Cone Ø Plus 4%

4" 4.625" to 4.950" 2-7/ 8" PH6 Cone Ø Plus 4%
4-1/ 2" 5.375" to 5.625" 2-7/ 8" PH6 Cone Ø Plus 4%
5-1/ 2" 6.625" to 7.375" 3-1/ 2" IF Cone Ø Plus 4%

 
 
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EST Expansion Cone

The EST Expansion Cone is used in
conjunction with the Expansion Mandrel and
is designed to expand various EST products.
The cone is pre-installed inside the
Expandable Top Connector (ETC) at the top
of an EST string, and is driven through the
EST using weight applied by the expansion
mandrel.
SES Expansion Cone

Features
 Simple & robust construction
 Size interchangeable tungsten carbide cone
 Self-locking catcher feature

Benefits
 Simple weight only expansion method

Applications
The expandable cone is assembled with the desired sized cone which
best suits the hole conditions. The cone assembly is then shear pinned
inside the Expandable Top Connector and run in hole with the EST.
When the EST string is on bottom and ready to be expanded the
Expansion Mandrel is run on a separate string.
SES Expansion Cone technical specification
Expansion Cone Size Expanded SES
EST Size Min ID Through Cone
Range I.D.
3-1/ 2" 2.750" 3.625" to 3.875" Cone Ø Plus 4%

4" 3.546" 4.625" to 4.950" Cone Ø Plus 4%

4-1/ 2" 3.753" 5.375" to 5.625" Cone Ø Plus 4%

5-1/ 2" 5.500" 6.625" to 7.375" Cone Ø Plus 4%

 
 
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EST Expansion Mandrel

The EST Expansion Mandrel is designed to be used in
conjunction with the EST Expansion Cone. The mandrel
allows the transfer of expansion string force to push the
expansion cone. The mandrel is of a simple and robust
construction, with the primary feature being a load shoulder
designed to locate on a corresponding shoulder in the
Expansion Cone.

Features
 Robust & simple construction
 Fluted mandrel prevents swabbing/surging
 Tapered self-guiding nose

Benefits
 Simple weight only expansion method
SES Expansion
Mandrel

Applications
Following deployment of the EST (with a pre-installed expansion cone)
and setting of the hanger the deployment string is retrieved from the well.
The mandrel is run on the bottom of an expansion string, essentially a
BHA consisting of drill collars and/or HWDP. The string design is based
on a detailed torque and drag study. The expansion BHA is run in to the
SES setting depth. By slacking off weight, the expansion process is
initiated. Typical expansion forces range from 18 to 35,000 Lbs.

SES Expansion Mandrel technical specification

EST Size Max O.D. Min I.D. Overall Length Connection

3-1/2" 3.250" 2.00" 36" 2-3/8" PH6
4" 3.740" 2.12" 35" 2-7/8" PH6
4-1/2" 4.625" 2.50" 36" 2-7/8" PH6
5-1/2" 5.866" 2.68" 37" 3-1/2" IF

 
 
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SES Weights & Dimensions

SES Size Weight per foot

2-7/8” 11

3-1/2” 11

4” 13.5

4-1/2” 15

5-1/2” 18

Standard SES Equipment

SES Size 38ft Joint 30ft Joint 20ft Joint 10ft Joint &EBC ETC

2-7/8” - 330 220 110 18

3-1/2” 418 - 220 110 20
4” 513 - 270 135 25
4-1/2” 570 - 300 150 30

Maximum ODs of the components

SES Size 38ft Joint 20ft Joint 10ft Joint 10ft EBC ETC

2-7/8” 3.299” 3.299” 3.299” 3.50” 3.75”

3-1/2” 3.898” 3.898” 3.898” 4.00” 4.625”

4” 4.425” 4.425” 4.425” 5.00” 5.75”

4-1/2” 4.902” 4.902” 4.902” 5.00” 6.25”

5-1/2” 5.964” 5.964” 5.964” 6.06” 8.50”

Additional Equipment

SES Size Top Sub X-Over Bottom Sub X-Over /Bull Nose
2-7/8” 8 5
3-1/2” 12 7
4” 18 12
4-1/2” 26 18

5-1/2” 32 26

 
 
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SES Lift Sub

The SES Lift sub is screwed into the top of each SES joint and is used to
safely handle the joint in the elevators. All sizes of SES Lift Sub have a
standard size of body to suit 4 ½” Side Door Elevators. For strength and
reliability the lift sub has a single piece body.

Features
 One piece body
 Standard 4-1/2” OD size of body

Benefits
 Allows SES to be picked up and handled with standard rig
equipment

Applications
The SES lift sub must be used for all SES deployments. Once the lift sub
has been screwed into the SES joint, anti-rotation screws are installed to
prevent it backing out. The lift subs for 2 7/8”, 3 1/2”, 4” and 4 1/2” SES
have a sliding sleeve to protect the SES box during lifting operations to
the rig floor.

SES Lift Sub

 
 
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SES Stabbing Guide

The SES stabbing guide is required to aid the correct stabbing of the
SES joints. It has been specifically been designed for the SES
connection. The guide serves to protect the box, pin and petroweave
during the stabbing procedure.

Features
 Simple to use
 Available for all sizes of SES

Benefits
 Allows SES to be stabbed without damage to connection or
petroweave

Applications
The SES Stabbing Guide must be used for making up all SES
connections. During operation the guide is clamped around the SES box
in the rotary table. The profiled ID of the clamp guides the SES pin and
weave into the correct position for connection make up.

SES Stabbing Guide

 
 
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