VisiplexOperation Rev 2.01

Visiplex Operation
One Volume
Revision 2.01
Software Version 2.30
May 24, 2006
BJ Services
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ET-118 Visiplex Operations
BJ Services
Software Version 2.30, Rev. 2.01
BJ Services
BJ Services
BJ Services
Visiplex Introduction
Main Viewing Screen
Menu Knob
Calibration
Utilities
Peripherals
Job Menu
Running a Job
Appendix A
Interpersonal Skills
Introduction
Visiplex Monitor
• BJ Services’ Introduction
BJ Services is an Oilfield Pressure Pumping Service Company specializing in coiled tubing
and pressure pumping operations. A large part of the pressure pumping services include
cementing and stimulation of wells. Real-time monitoring of these services is required by BJ’s
customers to ensure the services are performed as designed and as a historical record of the
well’s treatment.
• Visiplex/Microplex Monitor Introduction
To this end, BJ utilizes several different types of monitoring and control systems. The
Visiplex/Microplex is the newest monitoring system at BJ. This device provides real-time
viewing and recording of pressure, rate and density parameters.
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Visiplex/Microplex Monitor
5/24/2006 Visiplex Monitor - Introduction 2
• Definition
The Visiplex is the graphical user interface to the Microplex, together they create an advanced
data collection instrument that permits continuous fluids monitoring in real time on cementing,
acidizing, sand control and some stimulation jobs. This highly accurate, versatile unit is
designed to be compatible with all existing BJ Services’ computers and control consoles.
• Usage
The Visiplex/Microplex Monitor is a portable system for use onshore or offshore where
accurate monitoring is demanded for optimum pressure pumping services.
• Construction
The Visiplex/Microplex Monitor can be placed in a waterproof carrying case constructed of
sealed fiberglass. The wheel, display screen and buttons are rigidly mounted and sealed for
protection against water and dust.
• Installation
The Visiplex/Microplex Monitor can also be installed as part of a control console without the
carrying case.
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Visiplex/Microplex Monitor Features
Color Display
Run indicator Light Power Indicator Light
M
en
u
Kn
ob
• Visiplex/Microplex Monitor Features

Features of the Visiplex/Microplex Monitor include:
• Color display screen can show Pressure, Rate, and Density values
• Display can also show auxiliary inputs
• Shock mounted electronics, suitable for oilfield use
• Ease of use
• Ruggedized Construction
• Real-time viewing and graphing of job parameters
• NOTE
The Visiplex/Microplex specifications indicate that the monitor is waterproof, but it should not
be exposed to high pressure water when cleaned.
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Customer Deliverables
USB Drive for storage
• Customer Deliverables
During a job, the personnel operating the equipment can directly view critical job parameters
such as Pressure, Rate, and Density on the viewing screen , also the Operator can review
critical parts of the graph during the job. After the job has been completed, the Visiplex can
down load the recorded data via a Universal Serial Bus (USB) drive.
• USB Drive
All job data is recorded in the Visiplex and can be down loaded to a USB Drive and
manipulated at a later time.
• NOTE
The Visiplex records the job data and displays it, not the Microplex. The Microplex just sends
the pressure, rate, and density data via RS-422 bus to the Visiplex.
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148D PSM Cementing Unit
• Cementing Application
One of the many applications of the Visiplex/Microplex Monitor is land based cementing
equipment. The unit shown here is a 148 cement pumping unit.
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SCP-348A/RAM
• Offshore Application
Another typical use of the Visiplex/Microplex is on offshore cement units. The unit shown
here is a SCP-348A/RAM, skid-mounted unit, equipped with two diesel engines, two
powershift transmissions, and two triplex pumps. Redundant drive systems provide 100%
backup. The Visiplex/Microplex monitors the down-hole Slurry Density, Pressure and the
Rate from both down-hole pumps.
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Treating Vans
• Treating Van Application

Sometimes the Visiplex/Microplex Monitor is mounted in vans in order to monitor small
stimulation treatments.
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Microplex
Field
Sensors
Com Cable to Visiplex
Power in
• Microplex
The Microplex processes and collects the Input Signals and send them to the Visiplex to be
stored and displayed.
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Visiplex Mounting Options
Semi-permanent installation Console-mount installation
• Mounting Options
Shown in these photos are the two varieties of mounting options for the Visiplex/Microplex
Monitor. The photo on the left shows a semi-permanent installation. This installation is often
accompanied by a protective “roll top” cover (not shown) to protect the monitor from damage
due to weather or low tree branches. The installation on the right is a console type installation.
This configuration is applied when the monitor is an integral part of the control console. This
installation is also protected by a roll top cover that shields the console from the elements.
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Visiplex/Microplex Monitor System
Inputs/Outputs
• Microplex Monitor System Inputs

The Microplex Monitor analyzes and sends this data to the Visiplex from the following types
of units:
• 4 Analog Inputs, 4 to 20 mA (also known as Pressure Inputs)
• 4 Frequency Inputs, 0-10 kHz (also known as Flow Inputs)
• 1 Density Input, 0-10 VDC, directly from a TN Nuclear Densimeter
• Visiplex Monitor System Inputs

The Visiplex displays and processes the data received form the Microplex, it also has the
following input/outputs:
• Aux1 USB Connection USB Flash Memory Drive
The Aux1 connection is also located on the bottom of the Visiplex
• Aux2 USB Printer not used at this time
• Aux3 RS-232 Service Port (do not use)
• Aux4 RS-232 Optional JobMaster PC
• NOTE
The Inputs listed are connected to a Microplex located on back panel on the pump unit. Power
for the Visiplex/Microplex Monitor is connected to the main 12 VDC power switch.
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Main Viewing Screen
Visiplex Monitor
• Main Viewing Screen Introduction

The Main Viewing Screen is the location on the Visiplex from which the job is monitored.
Therefore, it is important to become familiar with the display, and which signals the readings
represent.
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Inputs for Cementing Operations
TO
MICROPLEX
LAN
SERIAL
AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

PWR 1 PWR 2 IDLE IN
POWER
5/24/2006 Visiplex Monitor - Main Viewing Screen 2
• Cementing Inputs
This figure shows the inputs typically required for Cementing Applications. Fluid and slurry
rates are typically measured through the use of 60-Tooth Gear Assemblies or Encoders
mounted on positive-displacement triplex pumps. Pressure Transducers measure pumping
pressure and the density of the cement slurry is measured using a DB-IV Electronic
Densimeter. In some installations, a Nuclear Densimeter or Micro Motion is used in
conjunction with the DB-IV.
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Inputs for Stimulation Operations
TO
MICROPLEX
LAN
SERIAL

PWR 1 PWR 2 IDLE IN
POWER
• Stimulation Inputs
This figure shows the inputs required for Stimulation Applications. The Microplex can
measure pressures, rates and density of small stimulation jobs. Fluid and slurry rates are
typically measured through the use of Turbine Flow Meters mounted on the suction and
discharge sides of a mixing tub. Pressure Transducers measure pumping pressure. The sand
concentration of the slurry is measured using a Nuclear Densimeter.
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Power-Up
Graphic Screen
ob
Menu Kn
Item Select Change Menu
• Visiplex Power-Up
It is important that the Operator become familiar with the Visiplex controls and indicators.
When the Visiplex/Microplex is powered down after a job, all operator-entered values and job
data are stored in the Visiplex memory.
• Instrument Power
The Visiplex/Microplex is wired to the main power switch on the console. On power up, a title
screen, shown above, briefly appears that introduces the Visiplex. The title screen also
displays information in the top left corner about loading new software in the Visiplex. This
title screen quickly disappears and is replaced with the Main Viewing Screen (shown on next
slide).
• Menu Knob
The Operator uses the Menu Knob, Select and Menu buttons to communicate with the
Visiplex.
• Select Button
This button activates the menu that is displayed with the Menu Knob.
• Menu Select Button
This button is used to exit the menu that has been selected by the Item Select button. Also
when no menu item is selected and the button pressed, the AUX rate information will be
shown at the bottom of the display.
• TIP
It is always a good idea to verify that the current version software for the Visiplex is installed.
This can be checked after the Visiplex has booted up, the version is located in the lower left
corner. Also the Microplex version can be checked by going to menu item #900 and pressing
the Select button. The Microplex version will be shown at the bottom of the display.
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Main Viewing Screen
Main Viewing
Screen
• Main Viewing Screen

The Visiplex Main Viewing Screen is divided into three main parts. The TOP is the real-time
Pressure, Rate, Totals and Density. The MIDDLE is the real-time Pressure, Rate, and Density
graphics display. The BOTTOM is the menu item, message, and AUX display. The display
provides the Operator real-time information on those items being monitored, and is watched
by the Operator during the job. The location of all measured parameters on the Main Viewing
Screen is not user configurable. Pressures, Rates, etc. are displayed in fixed locations as
shown above.
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Pressure System Diagram
TO
MICROPLEX
LAN
SERIAL

PWR 1 PWR 2 IDLE IN
POWER
• Pressure System Diagram

As previously mentioned, the Microplex Monitor accepts 4 pressure inputs which are analog (4
to 20 mA) signals. The diagram shown above illustrates a typical Pressure System.
• Pressure Sensor Type And Location
The pressure signals are provided by 0-20,000 PSI, 4-20 mA Pressure Transducers, mounted
on the discharge side of BJ’s high pressure pumping equipment. This diagram illustrates two
Pressure Transducers connected to the Microplex. In cementing applications, 2 Pressure
Transducers are almost always used, one for each down-hole pump on the unit.
• Note
The Visiplex can only monitor 2 pressure inputs from the Microplex. Pressure 3 is used for
Density measurement from a DB-IV or a Micro Motion and Pressure 4 is an auxiliary channel
and is not used at this time.
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Pressure Transducer
Millie Amps
Pressure Out
In
• Pressure Transducer
A Pressure Transducer is a device that measures pressure and outputs a proportional Analog
Signal. This is typically achieved by stressing a strain gauge mounted on the pressure
interface wall and measuring its resistance change caused by deformation.
• Pressure Transducer Location
This photo illustrates a typical Pressure Transducer (P/N 62665X4). As shown here, Pressure
Transducers are oftentimes located on the “fluid end” of a high pressure pump.
• Alternate Location
Alternatively, the Pressure Transducers might be located in the Treating Line, between the
triplex pump and the well head to monitor the Surface Treating Pressure (STP). This is
common in Stimulation Jobs.
• Pressure Transducer Output
The output of this Pressure Transducer is a 4 to 20 mA signal. That is to say, as the pressure
sensed by the transducer increases from 0 to 20,000 PSI, the output signal from the transducer
increases proportionally from 4 to 20 milliamps.
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Pressure Readings On The Main Viewing Screen
Pressure
Readings
• Pressure Readings On The Main Viewing Screen

This photo depicts the Main Viewing Screen of the Visiplex Monitor. Note that both pressures
monitored by the Visiplex are displayed in the top left hand section of the screen.
• Importance Of Monitoring Pressure
During a job, pressure is usually the most important Parameter that must be monitored. This is
because damage to equipment or personnel might occur if the pressure is allowed to become
too high. For this reason, it is imperative that the Operator constantly monitor the pumping
pressure throughout the job.
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Flow System Diagram
TO
MICROPLEX
LAN
SERIAL

PWR 1 PWR 2 IDLE IN
POWER
• Flow System Diagram

As mentioned previously, the Microplex accepts up to 4 Frequency, or Flow, Inputs. These
signals are of the “pulse” type, read by magnetic pickups, where the number of pulses per
second sent to the Microplex is proportional to the flow rate. Flow rate monitoring in BJ
Services is very common, and is usually accomplished by the use of Frequency Signals that are
sent from a variety of flow meters, or speed sensing devices, that include:
• Magnetic Pickups (In a 60 Tooth Gear Assembly or a Turbine Flow Meter)
• Optical Encoders
• Micro Motion Mass Flow Meters
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Turbine Flow Meter
Magnetic
Pickup
Flow
Tube
Frequency
Fluid Signal
Flow
Impeller
Blades
• Flow Meter
A Flow Meter is a device that directly measures fluid or slurry flow rate through a process pipe
and outputs a proportional Frequency Signal. This means that as the flow rate increases, the
Frequency Signal increases as well. This Frequency Signal can be produced by using a
Magnetic Pickup on an impeller style flow tube, or can be artificially generated by a smart
transmitter on other types of flow tubes.
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Turbine Flow Meter
• Turbine Flow Meter Advantages

The advantages of using Turbine Flow Meters:
• Provide a direct measurement of flow rate
• Economical
• Simple to use
• Turbine Flow Meter Disadvantages
The disadvantages of using Turbine Flow Meters:
• Signal from the Turbine Flow Meter will change as the viscosity or pressure of the
fluid changes
• Rotating impeller inside the Flow Meter can become worn over time or jammed by any
large debris in the fluid.
• Turbine Flow Meter Applications
Turbine Flow Meters are seldom used to measure Cement Flow Rate due to the abrasive
characteristics of the cement slurry. If the application is suitable, a Turbine Flow Meter can be
used in conjunction with a Microplex to measure fluid flow rates.
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60 Tooth Gear Assembly
Flow Meter Cable
Magnetic Pickup
60 Tooth Gear
Assembly
Down-Hole Pump
• Magnetic Pickups In A 60 Tooth Gear Assembly

The device shown in this photo is a 60 Tooth Gear Assembly. This assembly can be mounted
on the end of a rotating pump shaft or on a transmission. Fitted to the outside of the housing
are one, or two, Magnetic Pickups. In this photo, two are shown. One at the top and one at the
bottom. As each gear tooth passes by the Magnetic Pickup, a pulse is produced. Hence, one
revolution of the 60 Tooth Gear produces 60 pulses at the output of the magnetic pickup. Note
that the 60 Tooth Gear Assembly does not measure pump flow rate, it measures pump speed.
• TIP
The distance between the magnetic pickup and the 60 Tooth Gear should be adjusted for
optimum performance. Screw it all the way in, then back off 1 to 1 1/4 turn. For personnel
safety and to avoid damaging the magnetic pickup, make this adjustment only while the pump
or transmission is stopped.
• 60 Tooth Gear Assembly Measures Pump Speed
Under many circumstances pump speed does not accurately reflect fluid pump rate.
Irregularities may occur when a well is on a vacuum (cement in free fall) and fluid is being
sucked through the pump, or if there is insufficient line pressure to seat the suction valves.
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Flow Readings On The Main Viewing Screen
Flow Readings
• Flow Readings On The Main Viewing Screen

During pumping operations, flow rates into the well are typically monitored in order to ensure
the job is pumped as designed. The Visiplex Monitor not only monitors and displays flow
rates, but also “totalizes” the rate. The process of “totalization” is a simple one whereby the
Visiplex keeps track of the total number of barrels (or gallons) pumped during the job.
Frequently, jobs are broken up into smaller time periods called “Stages.” The Visiplex,
therefore, keeps track of the total fluid pumped during a particular stage, as well as
simultaneously keeping track of the total amount of fluid pumped during the entire job.
• TIP
The Visiplex always shows the total Flow Rate for Flow 1 and Flow 2, as well as the Stage
Total and Job Total. Flow 4 rate can be displayed at the bottom of the viewing screen during
the job. Flow 3 is recommended for a Micro Motion flow signal and can be displayed by
menu item #716 (USE MM DISCH). This will replace the F1+F2 display with the F3 display.
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Density System Diagram
TO
MICROPLEX
LAN
SERIAL

PWR 1 PWR 2 IDLE IN
POWER
• Auxiliary Density System Diagram

The Microplex has one pressure input, Pressure 3, that can be used to monitor a DB-IV or a
Micro Motion density signal. These devices are used to measure the density of a cement
slurry. The TN Densimeter has its own dedicated signal connector labeled “Density”.
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DB-IV Densimeter
Weight of U-tube and Cement

U-tube with a known Volume
Cement
Flow
Flexible couplings
Load Cell attached to bracket
• DB-IV Operation
The DB-IV Densimeter is a very simple device that actually “weighs” a sample of fluid. This
is done by passing the fluid through a “U” tube. This U-tube is mounted on an Electronic
Load Cell (denoted here as a scale) that measures the weight of the U-tube and the fluid in it.
The ends of the U-tube are not rigidly mounted to the enclosure. Rather, they are connected to
the enclosure by means of flexible “bellows” type couplings. With these couplings, the U-tube
is allowed to pivot slightly inside the enclosure, and has one end supported by the Electronic
Load Cell. Inside of the DB-IV is a small set of electronics that amplifies the signal before it
is sent to the Microplex Monitor.
NOTE: Before using a DB-IV with a Visiplex/Microplex it must be upgrade to a 4-20 mA

output using kit number 86555-1.
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Micro Motion Density
• Micro Motion Density

This photo shows a 2” Micro Motion flow meter installed on a Cementing Unit. The Micro
Motion has a dual U-tube inside but the principle of operation is different than the DB-IV.
The major advantage of using a Micro Motion is that, apart from providing a density signal,
flow rate is also provided.
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TN Densimeter Gage Assemblies
High Pressure In Line

Densimeters
• A Nuclear Densimeter
These photographs illustrate two High Pressure (or In-Line) Nuclear Densimeter Gauges. To
operate one with a Microplex, a single cable is connected from the Densimeter Gauge to the
“Density” connector on the Microplex. Additionally, the Microplex must be calibrated to the
particular Nuclear Densimeter Gauge used.
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Density Reading On The Main Viewing Screen
Density Reading
• Density Reading On The Main Viewing Screen

This slide illustrates where the density from the DB-IV, Nuclear or Micromotion Density is
displayed on the Main Viewing Screen. The units of slurry density are expressed in terms of
pounds per gallon, lbs/gal, or kilograms per cubic meter, kg/m3.
• NOTE
Pressure 4 channel, at present, displays only a milliamp reading and is not used.
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Elapsed Time On The Main Viewing Screen
Elapsed Time
Reading
• Elapsed Time Reading On The Main Viewing Screen

The Elapsed Time for the job is displayed on the Main Viewing Screen, in the lower left-hand
corner. While the job is paused, the Elapsed Time value will turn red, indicating that no data
is being recorded. When the job is started by going to menu item #2 (RECORD JOB) and
pressing the Select button, the time value will turn black, indicating that data is being
recorded.
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Menu Selection
Visiplex Monitor
• Course Objectives
This course covers the operation of the Visiplex Monitor. To this end, the following topics are
discussed:
• Menu Knob, Select and Menu button Operation
• Calibration of Sensors
• Utilities
• Peripherals
• Running a Job
• Starting Point
The Menu Knob, Select button and Menu button are the first topics of discussion because
every Operator must have a good understanding of how to work the Visiplex. In addition, the
Menu Knob, Select and Menu button operation is fairly straightforward, so it provides the new
Operator a good starting point for his/her Visiplex training. After covering this material, the
Operator should be familiar with not only Visiplex operating procedures, but also the
underlying concepts that apply to the Visiplex, as well as any other standard BJ monitoring
system.
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Visiplex
Main Viewing
Screen
Menu Knob
5/24/2006 Visiplex Menu Knob 2
• Menu Knob
The menu knob is very similar, in function, to the 3305 keypad. Both are used to input
numbers or select menu items. The menu knob is turned to the left or right to select a menu
item or to change a number.
• Select Button
The select button is used to activate a menu item, selected by the Menu Knob, it is also used to
move the cursor to the next digit of a number in a calibration situation.
• Menu Button
The menu button is use to exit a menu item and to display the auxiliary information during a
job.
• Green Light
The blinking green status light shows that the Visiplex is on and the processor is running.
• Red Light
The red light is to indicate that power is on.
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Visiplex Menu Items
Main Viewing
Screen
Menu Item
• Menu Item
Each menu item is compose of two things. The menu number and the menu purpose. The
menu items can be grouped into seven sections.
• JOB MENU 1-9
Basic job functions for use during the job.
• PRESSURE CAL MENU 700-707
Commands for zeroing/checking the calibration of Pressure 1, Pressure 2, and AUX (Pressure
4) channels.
DENSITY CAL MENU 709-712, 719-721
Commands for zeroing/spanning the DB-IV, Nuclear, and Micro Motion Densimeters.
SELECT RECORDED DEVICES 713-717
Selects which devices are displayed on the Main Viewing Screen during the job.
PLOT MENU 722-739
Changes the scale and units that are shown on the Main Viewing Screen graphic plot.
FLOW CAL MENU 722-732,738-739
Calibrates the flow signals for Flow 1 through Flow 4.
UTILITIES 718,737,740,741,900
Utilities input for the Main Viewing Screen.
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JOB MENU
• JOB MENU
Turn the Menu Knob to the desired number and press Select
Menu # Menu Purpose Explanation

1 ERASE JOB Erases the old Job Data, NOT ALLOWED DURING
RECORDING
2 RECORD JOB Starts recording data and allows the chart, totalizers
and elapsed time to begin
3 PAUSE JOB Stops recording data and pauses the elapsed time
4 REVIEW GRAPH Review Mode, review the currently recorded job
5 TEXT MESSAGE Inserts a message onto the chart and job file
6 SAVE JOB Copies job data to Flash USB drive. Recommended
pausing the job when performing this operation.
7 RESET STAGE BBL Clears Flow 1, Flow 2 and AUX Flow Stage Totals
8 RESET TOTAL BBL Clears Flow 1, Flow 2 and AUX Flow Job Totals
9 RESET OVERPRESS Resets the Overpressure Output if the pressure is
below the Set Point
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PRESSURE CAL MENU
• PRESSURE CAL MENU


700 ZERO PUMP1 PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
transducer on PRESSURE1 to zero psi
701 ZERO PUMP2 PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
702 ZERO AUX PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
705 CAL PUMP1 PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
transducer on PRESSURE1 to the maximum psi
706 CAL PUMP2 PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
707 CAL AUX PRESS Assigns the input signal from the pressure
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DENSITY CAL MENU
• DENSITY CAL MENU


709 MM CALIBRATION Assigns the input signal from the Micro Motion
density signal on PRESSURE3 to the mud cup
value
710 MM CLEAN ZERO Assigns the input signal from the Micro Motion
density signal on PRESSURE3 to the clean fluid
value
711 ZERO NUC DENSITY Assigns the nuclear densimeter signal to the
Reference fluid density
712 CAL DB4 SPAN Assigns the DB-IV density signal on PRESSURE3
to a known density (entered as DB4 WEIGHT)
719 CAL DB4 WEIGHT The density of the material in the DB-IV during
calibration
720 CAL TN SPAN NUC Inputs the Nuclear Densimeter SPAN Number
721 CAL DB4 ZERO Assigns the DB-IV density signal on PRESSURE3
to empty pipe
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RECORDED DEVICES
• RECORDED DEVICES

713 USE NUC DENSITY Selects the Nuclear Densimeter density as the
displayed density
714 USE DB4 DENSITY Selects the DB-IV density as the displayed density
715 USE MASS DENSITY Selects the Micro Motion density as the displayed
density
716 USE MM DISCH Selects the Micro Motion discharge rate as the
displayed discharge rate
717 USE PUMPS DISCH Selects Pumps F1+F2 discharge rate as the
displayed discharge rate
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PLOT MENU
• RECORDED DEVICES

722 GRAPH MPa 100.0 Make plot full scale 100 megapascals (Only in
Metric Mode)
723 GRAPH MPa 200.0 Make plot full scale 200 megapascals (Only in
Metric Mode)
724 GRAPH M3 2.00 Make plot full scale 2 cubic meters (Only in Metric
Mode)
725 GRAPH M3 4.00 Make plot full scale 4 cubic meters (Only in Metric
Mode)
726 GRAPH SG 2.00 Make plot full scale 2 SG or kg/l (Only in Metric
Mode)
727 GRAPH PSI 10K Make plot full scale 10000 psi (Only in Imperial
Mode)
728 GRAPH PSI 20K Make plot full scale 20000 psi (Only in Imperial
Mode)
729 GRAPH BBL 10 Make plot full scale 10 barrels (Only in Imperial
Mode)
730 GRAPH BBL 20 Make plot full scale 20 barrels (Only in Imperial
Mode)
731 GRAPH PPG 10 Make plot full scale 10 pounds per gallon (Only in
Imperial Mode)
732 GRAPH PPG 20 Make plot full scale 20 pounds per gallon (Only in
Imperial Mode)
738 PLOT PUMP1 Plots PUMP1 pressure on graph
739 PLOT PUMP2 Plots PUMP2 pressure on graph
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FLOW CAL MENU
• FLOW CAL MENU


733 CAL PUMP A PPU Adjust the PPU number for Flow 1
734 CAL PUMP B PPU Adjust the PPU number for Flow 2
735 CAL MM PPU Adjust the Micro Motion PPU number for Flow 3
736 CAL AUX FLW PPU Adjust the PPU number for Flow 4
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UTILITES
• UTILITIES

718 DISPLAY BRIGTN Toggles the backlight level (low or hi)
737 SET OVER PRESSURE Sets the over pressure trip point
740 TOGGLE METRIC Toggles record mode between Metric and Imperial
Units (only allowed before starting job)
741 RESTORE DENSITY Loads the default density values
900 SOFTWARE VER# Displays the Microplex firmware version number
NOTE: The over pressure trip point is always set in Imperial Units (psi).
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Calibration
Visiplex Monitor
• Visiplex Graphic Display Screen

The Graphic Display Screen gives the Operator menu choices by turning the Menu Knob, the
main categories are as follows:
• Job Menu
• Pressure Calibration Menu
• Density Calibration Menu
• Selects Recorded Devices
• Plot Menu
• Flow Calibration Menu
• Utilities
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Visiplex Pressure Calibration
PSI ZERO
5/25/2006 Visiplex Monitor - Calibration 2
• The Big Picture

It is important to mention that the Calibration Presentation provides the Operator with the
“Big Picture.” The more an Operator knows about the Visiplex Monitor, the better equipped
he/she is to handle unforeseen problems encountered on the job.
• Setting the minimum pressure
To zero PRESSURE1, turn Menu Knob to menu item #700 (ZERO PUMP 1 PRESS). Press
the Select button and a request for confirmation will appear in the lower right hand corner of
the display. Press the Select button again to confirm. If the Visiplex accepts the new value, an
“ENTRY ACCEPTED” message will be shown in the lower left hand corner of the display. If
there was a problem, bad transducer, cable, or missing transducer, the message will show
“ILLEGAL ENTRY.”
PRESSURE2 and PRESSURE4 (Aux Pressure) are zeroed in the same manner.
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PSI CAL
• Setting the maximum pressure

To set the maximum pressure (span) for PRESSURE1, turn Menu Knob to menu item #705
(CAL PUMP 1 PRESS). Press the Select button. There should be a “PRESS CHK ON!”
message in the lower right hand corner and the pressure reading should go to maximum. This
is only an electrical manipulation, there is still no pressure. Press the Select button again to
accept the full scale value.
• Pressure Input Signal Ranges
The three Pressure Inputs may be scaled to define a specific pressure range, usually 0-20,000
psi, corresponding to a specific 4-20 mA range. Pressure transducers with a voltage output
cannot be used.
PRESSURE2 and PRESSURE4 are configured in the same manner.
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(Span Pressure Point)
20k
Visiplex Shows Operator This

Pressure Reading (PSI)
15k
10k
5k
4 8 12 16 20
Milliamp Input (mA)
(Zero Pressure Point)
Visiplex Receives This
• Graphical Representation
To give the Operator an idea of what is happening when a Pressure Channel is calibrated, a
graph is shown. As the milliamp signal increases and decreases, the indicated pressure
increases and decreases proportionally.
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Visiplex Flow Calibration
Flow Calibration
• Flows
As mentioned previously, the Visiplex Monitor accepts up to 4 Flow Inputs. These signals are
of the “frequency,” or “pulse” type, where the number of pulses per second sent to the Visiplex
is proportional to the flow rate. Flow rate monitoring in BJ Services is very common, and is
usually accomplished by the use of frequency signals that are sent from a variety of Flow
Meters, magnetic pickups or encoders.
To calibrate the flow rate of PUMP A (FLOW1), turn Menu Knob to menu item #733 (CAL
PUMP A PPU) and press the Select button.
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Visiplex Flow Calibration
• Access The Flow Calibration Menu

When the Select button is pressed in the flow calibration menu the PPU number appears to the
right of the menu, as above. Pressing the Select button moves the cursor to the right
highlighting, in red, the next character in order. When a character is highlighted, you may turn
the Menu Knob left or right until the desired number appears. To enter the PPU number press
select button until “ENTER” is highlighted, in red, with a mark though it. Turn the Menu
Knob one click to turn “ENTER” to green and press Select. To exit any calibration menu
press the Menu Button, it will take you back to the menu item list.
PUMP B (FLOW2), Micro Motion (FLOW3) and AUX FLW (FLOW4) are configured in
the same manner.
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Pulses Per Unit (PPU)
Magnetic Pickup
Impeller Blades
Flow Tube
Fluid
Flow
• Pulses Per Unit Definition

When calibrating the Visiplex Monitor to correctly read flow rates, a numerical value must be
entered that defines how the flow meter will respond for each gallon (or barrel) of fluid that
flows through it. To define what is meant by PPU, take the example of a turbine flow meter.
Turbine flow meters are the most common type of flow measurement device used in BJ
Operations. A turbine flow meter consists of a flow tube with an impeller mounted inside.
The impeller has a number of blades that are “pitched” or angled. As fluid flows through the
flow tube the impeller blades spin inside. These blades pass through the magnetic field of a
Mag Pickup, which outputs a pulse each time a blade passes near. As a specific volume of
fluid (gallons or barrels) passes through the impeller, a specific number of pulses will be
generated. This is referred to as the Pulses Per Unit, which in most cases the units are barrels.
Keep in mind that lowering the PPU causes the indicated flow rate to increase and vice versa.
• Turbine Flow Meters
The construction of the turbine flow meter is such that a specific number of pulses are
generated when a specific amount of fluid passes through. The ratio of pulses to volume
define the PPU of the flow meter. For example, if one barrel of fluid is passed through an 8”
turbine meter, the mag pickup will produce 126 pulses. Since the “units” in this case is
“barrels”, the “pulses per unit”, or PPU would be 126.
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Visiplex Density Calibration
• Density Calibration
The Visiplex can monitor 3 Density inputs, Micro Motion (4-20 mA), DB-IV (4-20 mA), and
TN Nuclear Densimeter (0-10 V).
• NOTE
During any of the following calibrations, if the Density reading shows “nan” (not a number),
the zero and span number are the same and the unit being used must be recalibrated. Also, the
Micro Motion/DB-IV (PRESSURE3) and NUC Density may be calibrated and displayed
during a job, only not at the same time. For example, the density from the DB-IV can be
displayed during the first half of the job and the NUC density displayed for the other half.
JobMaster can record both during the job.
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Visiplex MM Density Calibration
• Calibration Of The Micro Motion

ZERO
With the Micro Motion full of the base fluid go to menu #710 (MM CLEAN ZERO). When
the Select button is pressed in the MM CLEAN ZERO menu, the weight of the base fluid
number appears to the right of the menu, as above. Pressing the Select button moves the
cursor to the right highlighting , in red, the next character in order. When a character is
highlighted you may turn the menu knob left or right until the desired number appears. To
enter the weight of the base fluid number press select button until “ENTER” is highlighted, in
red, with a mark though it. Turn the menu knob one click to turn ENTRY to green and press
Select. To exit any calibration menu press the Menu Button, it will take you back to the menu
item list.
SPAN (mud cup)

With the slurry fluid in the Micro Motion go to menu #709 (MM CALIBRATION) input the
density from the mud cup reading and save as shown above.
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Visiplex TN Nuclear Density Calibration
• Calibration of the TM Nuclear Densimeter

ZERO Nuclear Density Gauge
Before calibrating the Nuclear Densimeter, go to menu item #719 (CAL DB4 WEIGHT) and
enter the base fluid weight. This weight is use as the Reference Density for the Nuclear
Densimeter and a span or mud cup weight for the DB-IV calibration. With the nuclear
densimeter full of the base fluid and about 1000 pounds of pressure on the high pressure line,
go to menu item #711 (ZERO NUC DENSITY) and press the Select button twice, the display
should flash the message “ENTRY ACCEPTED”.
SPAN Nuclear Density Gauge

Go to menu item #720 (CAL TN SPAN) and enter the span number of the densimeter (2”
densimeter span should be between 39 and 45). This number should printed on the
densimeter.
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Visiplex DB-IV Density Calibration
• DB-IV Calibration method

ZERO
With the DB-4 completely empty, go to menu item #721 (CAL DB4 ZERO) and press the
Select button twice, the display should flash “ENTRY ACCEPTED”.
SPAN
With water circulating through the DB-IV, go to menu item #712 (CAL DB4 SPAN) and press
the Select button twice, the display should flash “ENTRY ACCEPTED”.
NOTE: When this is selected, the Visiplex uses the menu item #719 (CAL DB4 WEIGHT), so
if your calibrating with water make sure that this menu reads 8.345.
MUD CUP
With the cement circulating through the DB-IV, go to menu item #719 (CAL DB4 WEIGHT)
and input your mud cup reading. Go to menu item #712 (CAL DB4 SPAN) and press the
Select button twice, the display should flash “ENTRY ACCEPTED”.
• NOTE
NEVER ZERO THE DB-IV WITH BASE FLUID IN IT. IT SHOULD BE EMPTY AND
DRY.
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Utilities
Visiplex Monitor
• Utility Functions
The Utility Screen gives the Operator menu choices by turning the Menu Knob, the main
categories are as follows:
• Setting the Display Brightness
• Setting the Overpressure Trip Point
• Selecting Metric or Imperial Units
• Restoring the Density configuration values to their defaults
• Viewing the Firmware Version of the Microplex
1
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
5/24/2006 Visiplex Monitor - Utilities 2
• Display Brightness
Go to menu item #718 (DISPLAY BRIGHTN) and press the Select button. The screen will
toggle between low brightness and high brightness.
2
SET OVER PRESSURE
• Set the Overpressure Trip Point

When the Select button is pressed in menu item #737 (SET OVERPRESSURE), the pressure
value appears to the right of the menu, as above. Pressing the Select button moves the cursor
to the right highlighting , in red, the next character in order. When a character is highlighted
you may turn the Menu Knob left or right until the desired number appears. To enter the
pressure number press the Select button until ENTER is highlighted, in red, with a mark
though it. Turn the menu knob one click to change ENTER to green and press Select. To exit
any calibration menu, press the Menu button, it will take you back to the menu item list.
• NOTE
THE OVERPRESSURE SETTING IS ALWAYS IN IMPERIAL UNITS (psi)
3
TOGGLE METRIC
• Selecting Metric or Imperial Units

Parameter data, sent to JobMaster and the Graphic Display can be in Metric or Imperial units.
To toggle all the units to metric, go to menu item #740 (TOGGLE METRIC) and press the
Select button.
• NOTE
The units cannot be changed if there is any recorded job data. All job data must be erased by
using menu item #1 (ERASE JOB).
4
RESTORE DENSITY
• Restoring Density Configuration to Default Values

To restore all the density calibration data for the DB-IV and Micro Motion to their DEFAULT
VALUES, go to menu item #741 (RESTORE DENSITY) and press the Select button twice,
the display should flash the message “ENTRY ACCEPTED”.
• NOTE
This command does not alter the TN Nuclear Density Values.
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MICROPLEX SOFTWARE VERSION #
• Viewing the Microplex Firmware Version Number

To display the Microplex Firmware Version, go to menu item #900 (MICROPLEX SW#) and
press the Select button. The version number will be momentarily displayed at the bottom of
the Graphic Display.
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Peripherals
Visiplex Monitor
• Peripheral Functions
This section focuses on two of the three peripherals associated with the Visiplex. The Graphic
Display will not be discussed in this section. Here are the three peripherals:
• Serial output to a JobMaster computer (Real Time Data)
• Job down load to a USB Flash Memory Drive (Post-Job Data)
• Graphic Display
1
Serial Output - Single Cable
Connect to
“AUX 4” 84472-X
AUX. 1 AUX. 2 AUX. 3 AUX. 4

USB PRINTER RS-232 RS-232
POWER BJ LAN
Connect to RS-232 port

or
USB to RS-232 Adapter
5/24/2006 Visiplexi Monitor - Peripherals 2
• SERIAL OUTPUT (Single Cable)

The serial output is a 4-pin connector on the back panel of the Visiplex, labeled “AUX. 4 RS-
232.” The cable, BJ# 84472-X, is used to connect to a JobMaster computer and is available in
various lengths from 20’ to 200’. The serial port setting is 38400,N,8,1. The data output from
the Visiplex does not need be queried, it will start sending data within 40 seconds after power-
up.
2
Serial Output - Cable Reel
87137-X
or
36396-X
80531-1
Connect to
“AUX 4”

POWER BJ LAN

or
85999-1
• SERIAL OUTPUT (Cable Reel)

A 4 to 10-pin serial adapter, as shown (BJ# 85999-1), can be used to interface to a standard
LAN cable reel (BJ# 80531-1). Connection from the cable reel to the computer can be made
with cable 87137-X or 36396-X.
3
Serial Output - Wireless LAN
Connect to Connect to
“AUX 4” +12VDC Power

77923-X
POWER BJ LAN
85999-1
• SERIAL OUTPUT (Wireless LAN)

The 4 to 10-pin serial adapter (BJ# 85999-1) can also be used to interface to a Wireless LAN
radio using cable 77923-X (also used for a 3305 Mini Monitor.) The radio must be configured
manually as follows:
Channel Pattern (unique channel selected)

Operating Mode 1 (RS232)
Baud RS232 3 (38400)
Parity/Bit RS232 0 (8N)
Remote or Base RS232 0 (Remote)
Delay BJ LAN n/a
Range Optimization n/a
Alternate Frequency Band 0 (Do not use)
4
Serial Input - Wireless LAN
Connect to
+12VDC Power
77299-X

or
• SERIAL INPUT (Wireless LAN)

Serial data input from a Visiplex, using a Wireless LAN radio, is through cable 77299-X. The
radio must be configured manually as follows:
Channel Pattern (unique channel selected)

Operating Mode 2 (RS232 Base)
Baud RS232 3 (38400)
Parity/Bit RS232 0 (8N)
Remote or Base RS232 1 (Base)
Delay BJ LAN n/a
Range Optimization n/a
Alternate Frequency Band 0 (Do not use)
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USB DRIVE
USB Adapter Cable
• USB DRIVE
A USB adapter cable, BJ# 83868, is used to connect a USB Drive to the Visiplex. There are
two available connections to use, the Aux1 connector on the back and the connector on the
bottom of the Visiplex (as shown above). When connected, a light should be seen on the USB
Drive showing that it is ready for the data transfer. The Drive can be installed before or after
power-up, but no data will be sent to the Drive until commanded. To transfer the Job Data, go
to menu item #6 (SAVE JOB) and press the Select button. The Visiplex writes a file, called
“testwrite” and verifies reading back, then stores the job data file on the USB Drive as
“joblog1.dt”, and subsequent jobs as “joblog2.dt”,... “ joblog32.dt”.
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VISIPLEX USB TO JOBMASTER
This document outlines the steps required to convert the DT file recovered from a Visiplex
for viewing within JobMaster. As per standard procedure, JobMaster should be used as
the primary recording method. As a backup method, save the job data from the Visiplex to
the USB Drive after the job.
Source Files
• The Visiplex stores the data file on the thumb-drive as “joblog1.dt”… “joblog32.dt”.
• Rename the file so it represents the job description, ex: “joblog20041005.dt”.
• Move or copy the renamed file to C:\Program Files\BJS\JM\DATA\
• Delete the unused files from USB Drive after the copying is complete
Import the DT file into JobMaster (as shown above)

• Open JobMaster
• Open any setup file designed to record from the Visiplex
• Immediately use Save Setup File As, to protect the Visiplex template.
• Choose Setup / General Data
• Enter all available information
• Choose File / Save
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VISIPLEX USB TO JOBMASTER
Import the DT file into JobMaster (continued)

• Choose File / Import Recorded Data …
• Navigate to C:\Program Files\BJS\JM\DATA
• Open joblog20041005.DT
• Enter Job Start (mm/dd/yyyy) and (hh:mm:ss); use the best information available
• Remove the check from Overwrite Parm. Names
• Highlight 001.ETM and click Add/Remove Link(s) to JobMaster Parameter(s)
• Select 001.Elapsed Time (min), then click OK
• Similarly, link each item within the DT file to an appropriate JobMaster parameter (as
shown above)
002.PRESS1 002.Pressure 1
003.PRESS2 003.Pressure 2
004.RATE_PUMPS 004.F1+F2 Rate
006.NUCLEAR DENSITY PPG 006.Density (ppg)
• Click OK to link all the parameters.

• Click the Load Recorded Data button.
• Re-scale and print XY Plots as desired.
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JOB MENU
5/24/2006 Visiplex - Running a job 1
• JOB MENU
Job Menus are the menus used mostly during a job. The list is as follows:

1 ERASE JOB Erases the old Job Data, NOT ALLOWED DURING
RECORDING
2 RECORD JOB Starts recording data and allows the chart, totalizers
and elapsed time to begin
3 PAUSE JOB Stops recording data and pauses the elapsed time
4 REVIEW GRAPH Review Mode, review the currently recorded job
5 TEXT MESSAGE Inserts a message onto the chart and job file
6 SAVE JOB Copies job data to Flash USB drive. Recommended
pausing the job when performing this operation.
7 RESET STAGE BBL Clears Flow 1, Flow 2 and AUX Flow Stage Totals
8 RESET TOTAL BBL Clears Flow 1, Flow 2 and AUX Flow Job Totals
9 RESET OVERPRESS Resets the Overpressure Output if the pressure is
below the Set Point
1
ERASE JOB
• ERASE JOB
To erase old job data stored in the Visiplex, go to menu item #1 (ERASE JOB) and press the
Select button twice. If the job data was not erased, and the Visiplex was not powered down,
the Visiplex will still record new job data. The new job data will be appended to the existing
job data. If power was removed from the Visiplex, with an old job file, the next time powered
is applied, the Visiplex will give a message
“OLD JOB IN MEMORY!”
Pressing the Select key twice will erase the old job data! Pressing the Menu key twice will
return control to the Main Menu. At this point, the Operator can review the graph, save the
data to the Flash Drive or erase the data.
• NOTE
If the old job data is not erased from memory and the “RECORD JOB” command is executed,
the new job data will be appended to the old job data, BUT THE ELAPSED TIME WILL
BE RESET.
2
RECORD JOB
• RECORD JOB
To start recording the job data go to menu item #2 (RECORD JOB) and press the Select
button. This will start recording data, totalizing fluid, and start the elapsed time counter and
graphic display on the Visiplex.
3
PAUSE JOB
• PAUSE JOB
To pause the recording on the Visiplex go to menu item #3 (PAUSE JOB) and press the Select
button. This pauses the data being recorded, fluid totals and graphic chart on the Visiplex. To
restart, go to menu item #2 (RECORD JOB) and press the Select button. PAUSING THE
JOB DOES NOT PAUSE DATA BEING SENT TO JOBMASTER.
• NOTE
If a totalizer channel was configured in JobMaster, pausing the Visiplex will not pause
the JobMaster totals.
4
REVIEW GRAPH
• REVIEW GRAPH
To review the graph on the Visiplex during the job, or after pausing the job, go to menu item
#4 (REVIEW GRAPH) and press the Select button. Turning the menu knob left or right will
move the graph backwards or forwards in time increments of 1 minute. To exit this menu,
press the Menu button.
5
TEXT MESSAGE
• TEXT MESSAGE
To insert a message on the graph and data file during a job, go to menu item #5 (TEXT
MESSAGE) and press the Select button. Turn the menu knob to the desired message and
press the Select button. This will insert the message on the graph and data file and return to
the Main Menu. To exit this menu without entering a message, press the Menu button.
Message List
1 NA
2 Start Job
3 Pause Job
4 Restart Job
5 Halt Job
Messages 6 through 235 are the same as the 3305 messages. (See Appendix A)
6
SAVE JOB
• SAVE JOB
To save the job data from the Visiplex after a job, go to menu item #6 (SAVE JOB). Plug in a
USB Flash Memory Drive and press the Select button. The job data will be recorded on to the
Flash Drive. Saving the job data to the Flash Drive does not erase the data from the Visiplex.
The job files will be named in sequence (joblog1.dt, joblog2.dt…..joblog32.dt). If a file or
files already exist on the Flash Drive with the job log names, the new data will be stored in the
next subsequent available job log name.
7
RESET STAGE BBL
• RESET STAGE BBL

To reset the fluid stage totals, go to menu item #7 (RESET STAGE BBL) and press the Select
button. This resets the main stage total and the AUX stage total.
8
RESET TOTAL BBL
• RESET TOTAL BBL

To reset the fluid job totals, go to menu item #8 (RESET TOTAL BBL) and press the Select
button. This resets the Stage and Job totals for the main and AUX flow rates.
9
RESET OVERPRESS
• RESET OVERPRESS
If an overpressure alarm occurs, it can be reset by going to menu item #9 (RESET
OVERPRESS) and pressing the Select button.
• NOTE
The alarm will not reset if the pressure is greater than the overpressure setpoint value.
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Running A Job
Visiplex Monitor
• Running A Job
Now that the Operator is familiar with Visiplex Monitor operations, he must learn how to
configure the Visiplex for a job. This section is designed to help the Operator configure the
Visiplex. By following the steps outlined in this section, the Operator becomes better
acquainted with how the Visiplex interfaces with a particular unit.
1
Before Leaving The Yard
Rubber Latch
Properly Fastened
• Before Leaving The Yard

Before leaving the yard, make sure:
• All Unmated Cables & Connectors are capped
• The Rubber Latches are properly fastened
• Inspect the Visiplex system
• Inspect the Microplex system
• Cables & Connectors
Cables are one of the biggest causes of instrumentation problems. Remember, a cable can be
deceptive in appearance, so make sure its exposure to the elements is minimized by making
sure its connectors are capped when not in use.
• The Rubber Latches Are Properly Fastened
Make sure that all instrumentation is properly secured for the ride to and from the job.
• Check The Graphics Display
Make sure that the Visiplex Graphic Display comes on and that the menu knob works.
• Inspect The Visiplex System
Check to ensure that the following cables are properly connected to the Microplex:
• Pressure Cables
• Flow Cables
• Density Cables
• Power Cables
• Communication Cables
• Over Pressure Shutdown Cables (if applicable)
2
Visiplex Monitor
• Power On The Visiplex & Verify Software Revision

Power-on the Visiplex by flipping main Power Switch to the ON position. From the Start-Up
Screen, verify that the Visiplex Software Revision is current. Go to menu item #900
(MICROPLEX SW#) to check the Microplex version number.
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Graphics Plotter
Graphics Display
• Setup The Graphics Display

Select the fluid rate, pressure, and density to be displayed during the job. The menu items are
as follow:

713 USE NUC DENSITY Selects the Nuclear Densimeter as the displayed
density
714 USE DB4 DENSITY Selects the DB-IV density as the displayed density
715 USE MASS DENSITY Selects the Micro Motion density as the displayed
density
716 USE MM DISCH Selects the Micro Motion as the main discharge rate
717 USE PUMPS DISCH Selects sum of Flow 1 and Flow 2 as the main
discharge rate
738 PLOT PUMP 1 Selects Pressure 1 as the displayed pressure on the
graph. A red arrowhead appears next to Pump 1
pressure
739 PLOT PUMP 2 Selects Pressure 2 as the displayed pressure on the
graph. A red arrowhead appears next to Pump 2
pressure
• NOTE
Selecting any of the above items does not affect the output to JobMaster or stored data. All
data from all sources are recorded and transmitted. This only affects the Graphic Display.
4
Graphics Plotter
Graphics Display
• Setup The Graphics Display

Once the displayed parameters have been selected, select the appropriate scaling. To switch
between Metric units or Imperial (US) units, go to menu item #740 (TOGGLE METRIC) and
press the Select button twice.

METRIC Units: The following choices apply to Display Scaling
722 GRAPH MPa 100.0 Set pressure plot full scale to 100 MPa
723 GRAPH MPa 200.0 Set pressure plot full scale to 200 MPa
724 GRAPH M3 2.00 Set fluid rate plot full scale to 2 cubic meters/minute
725 GRAPH M3 4.00 Set fluid rate plot full scale to 4 cubic meters/minute
726 GRAPH SG 2.00 Set density plot full scale to Specific Gravity 2.00
IMPERIAL (US) Units: The following choices apply to Display Scaling
727 GRAPH PSI 10K Set pressure plot full scale to 10,000 PSI
728 GRAPH PSI 20K Set pressure plot full scale to 20,000 PSI
729 GRAPH BBL 10 Set fluid rate plot full scale to 10 barrels/minute
730 GRAPH BBL 20 Set fluid rate plot full scale to 20 barrels/minute
731 GRAPH PPG 10 Set density plot full scale to 10 pounds/gallon
732 GRAPH PPG 20 Set density plot full scale to 20 pounds/gallon
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Starting the Job
• Starting the Job

To start recording a job, go to menu item #2 (RECORD JOB) and press the select button. The
elapsed time clock will begin, the graphic display will begin and the job data will be recorded.
Data is continually sent to JobMaster.
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Visiplex Menu
MENU # MENU PERPOSE EXPLANATION
JOB MENU
1 ERASE JOB ERASE OLD JOB, NOT ALLOWED IF RECORDING
2 RECORD JOB Starts recording data and allows the chart, totalizes and ET to begin.
3 PAUSE JOB Stops Logging and ET
4 REVIEW GRAPH Review mode, review currently running job
5 TEXT MESSAGE Inserts a message onto chart and job file
6 SAVE JOB Copies job to flash USB drive. Recommend pausing when performing this operation
7 RESET STAGE BBL Clears F1 & F2 Stage
8 RESET TOTAL BBL Clears F1 & F2 job total
9 RESET OVERPRESS Reset over pressure output if below set point
PRESSURE CAL MENU
700 ZERO PUMP1 PRESS Zero pressure transducer, stores new zero (Pressure 1)
701 ZERO PUMP2 PRESS Zero pressure transducer, stores new zero (Pressure 2)
702 ZERO AUX PRESS Zero pressure transducer, stores new zero (Pressure 4)
705 CAL PUMP1 PRESS Enable cal output (spans transducer) (Pressure 1)
706 CAL PUMP2 PRESS Enable cal output (spans transducer) (Pressure 2)
707 CAL AUX PRESS Enable cal output (spans transducer) (Pressure 4)
DENSITY CAL MENU
709 MM CALIBRATION MICROMOTION SPAN mud cup correction (span trim)
710 MM CLEAN ZERO MICROMOTION ZERO with clean fluid (usually water) (zero trim)
711 ZERO NUC DENSITY Reference the NUC Density with water
712 CAL DB4 SPAN Span DB4 with water or mud cup (Pressure 3)
*719 CAL DB4 WEIGHT Cal base weight of mixing fluid water = 8.34 or mud cup weight
*720 CAL TN SPAN NUC Span Number 2” = 34 – 40 span number
*721 CAL DB4 ZERO Zero DB4 on empty pipe (air) or water (pressure 3)
SELECTS RECORDED DEVICES
713 USE NUC DENSITY Selects NUC Density as the displayed and recorded density
714 USE DB4 DENSITY Selects DB4 Density as the displayed and recorded density
715 USE MASS DENSITY Selects Micro motion density for as the displayed and recorded density
716 USE MM DISCH Selects Micro Motion for the main discharge rate BPM
717 USE PUMPS DISCH Selects pumps F1 & F2 for the main discharge rate BPM
PLOT MENU
722 GRAPH MPa 100.0 Make plot full scale 100 MPa, Only in metric mode
723 GRAPH MPa 200.0 Make plot full scale 200 MPa, Only in metric mode
724 GRAPH M3 2.00 Make plot full scale 2M3 (cu meters) Only in metric mode
725 GRAPH M3 4.00 Make plot full scale 4M3 (cu meters) Only in metric mode
726 GRAPH SG 2.00 Make plot full scale 2SG Only in metric mode
727 GRAPH PSI 10K Make plot full scale 10k Only in imperial units mode (US)
728 GRAPH PSI 20K Make plot full scale 20k Only in imperial units mode (US)
729 GRAPH BBL 10 Make plot full scale 10 bbl Only in imperial units mode (US)
730 GRAPH BBL 20 Make plot full scale 20 bbl Only in imperial units mode (US)
731 GRAPH PPG 10 Make Plot full scale 10 ppg Only in imperial units mode (US)
732 GRAPH PPG 10 Make Plot full scale 20 ppg Only in imperial units mode (US)
738 PLOT PUMP1 Plots pump 1 pressure on graph
739 PLOT PUMP2 Plots pump 2 pressure on graph
FLOW CAL MENU
733 CAL PUMP A PPU PPU number ( flow 1)
734 CAL PUMP B PPU PPU number (flow 2)
735 CAL MM PPU Micro motion PPU
736 CAL AUX FLW PPU PPU number (flow 4)
UTILITES
718 DISPLAY BRIGHTN Backlight level toggle, low and hi available
737 SET OVER PRESSURE Sets over pressure. Note: over pressure number are always in imperial units
740 TOGGLE METRIC Toggles record mode to Metric or Imperial mode, Only allow switch before starting job
741 RESTORE DENSITY Load-Restore Density defaults
900 SOFTWARE VER# Displays Microplex software number
This document outlines the steps required to convert the DT file recovered from a Kestrel
cementer for viewing within JobMaster. As per standard procedure, JobMaster should be used as the
primary recording method. As a backup method, save the job data from the Visiplex to the USB
thumb-drive after the job.
Source Files
• The Visiplex stores the data file on the thumb-drive as “joblog1.dt” …”joblog32.dt”.
• Rename the file so it represents the job description “joblog20041005.dt”.
• Move or copy the renamed file to C:\Program Files\BJS\JM\DATA\
• Delete unused files from USB thumb-drive after the import is complete
Import the DT file into JobMaster

1. Open JobMaster.
• Open Kestrel.JMD ; or any setup file designed to record from the Visiplex
• Immediately use Save Setup File As to protect the Kestrel.JMD template.
2. Choose Setup / General Data

• Enter all available information
• Choose File / Save
3. Choose File / Import Recorded Data …

• Navigate to C:\Program Files\BJS\JM\DATA
• Open joblog20041005.DT
• Enter Job Start (mm/dd/yyyy) and (hh:mm:ss) ; use the best information available
• Remove the check from Overwrite Parm. Names
• Highlight 001.ETM and click Add/Remove Link(s) to JobMaster Parameter(s)
• Select 001.Elapsed Time (min), then click OK
• Similarly, link each item within the DT file to an appropriate JobMaster parameter
007.P1 006.Pressure 1
008.P2 007.Pressure 2
009.RATE_PUMPS 008.Pump Rate
016.DEN_PPG 015.Density
• Click OK to link all the parameters.
4. Click the Load Recorded Data button.

• Re-scale and print XY Plots as desired.
PPU Table
Slurrymasters PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
4.5" Plunger
Transmission Speedometer Gear 795 1060 3975 7950
Rear of Pump 796 1061 3980 7960
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1313 1751 6565 13130
Western Pumps - M81 PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
4.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 826 1101 4130 8260
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1367 1823 6835 13670
PPU Table
Rough Rider Pumps - 5.47 planetary PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
4.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1070 1427 5351 10702
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1769 2359 8845 17690
Rough Rider Pumps - 5.45 parallel reducer PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
4.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1070 1427 5350 10700
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1769 2359 8845 17690
Rough Rider Pumps - 4.609 parallel reducer PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
4.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1070 1427 5350 10700
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 1769 2359 8845 17690
2.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 3468 4624 17340 34680
PPU Table
PACEMAKER PUMP PG2A (6 ppr) Datcon (8 ppr) Synchrostart (30 ppr) 60T Gear (60 ppr)
5.0" Plunger
Transmission Speedometer Gear 5224
Rear of Pump 2574
4.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 3177
4.0" Plunger
Rear of Pump 4021
3.5" Plunger
Rear of Pump 5252
Visiplex Message Table (Sorted by Message)
MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message
130 10 MIN SIP 153 FRESH H20 PAD 111 SEE LIFT PRESS 89 START 9# PPA 210 STR 1500 KG/M3
131 15 MIN SIP 155 GELLED @ PERFS 6 SET PACKER 89 START 9.5# PPA 211 STR 1550 KG/M3
229 2ND BOTTOM PLG 154 GELLED ACID 117 SET TOOL 52 START ACID 212 STR 1600 KG/M3
129 5 MIN SIP 156 GELLED OIL 230 SHUT DOW N 50 START BRINE 213 STR 1650 KG/M3
18 ACID @ PERFS 157 GELLED W ATER 69 SHUT IN 69 START C02 214 STR 1700 KG/M3
2 START JOB 5 HALT JOB 80 START 5# PPA 202 STR 1100 KG/M3 224 TOP OUT
133 ANNULUS 20 HCL @ PERFS 17 SLURRY @ PERFS 53 START DIESEL 216 STR 1800 KG/M3
234 ARCO PREFLUSH 21 HCL-BF @ PERFS 127 SLURRY @ XOVER 66 START DIVERTER 217 STR 1850 KG/M3
134 BAKKEN-SOL 47 HOLD PRESSURE 32 SPACER 1 65 START FLUSH 218 STR 1900 KG/M3
19 BALL @ PERFS 159 INCREASE N2 33 SPACER 2 178 START FOAM CMT 219 STR 1950 KG/M3
135 BALL OFF 11 INCREASE RATE 108 SPACER@ SHOE 179 START FOAMER 192 STR 200 KG/M3
136 BALLOUT 159 INFLATE PACKER 176 SPOT FLUID 24 START HCL ACID 220 STR 2000 KG/M3
10 BATCH UP 160 INJECTION RATE 45 SQUEEZE 27 START HCL-HF 193 STR 300 KG/M3
137 BENZOIC FLAKES 61 INJECTION TEST 120 SQZ POSITION 1 NA 194 STR 400 KG/M3
42 BLEED PRESSURE 161 ISIP 56 STAGE #1 54 START KCL 195 STR 500 KG/M3
30 BRAKE CIRUL 115 KCL DISP 58 STAGE #3 51 START MUD 197 STR 700 KG/M3
41 BUMP PLUG 64 KCL W ATER 59 STAGE #4 25 START MUD ACID 198 STR 800 KG/M3
138 CAP CEMENT 109 LEAD @ SHOE 60 STAGE #5 67 START N2 199 STR 900 KG/M3
139 CIRC 2ND STAGE 36 LEAD SLURRY 72 START 1# PPA 26 START NH4CL 223 STR ARTIC PACK
113 CIRC CEMENT 162 LOST CIRC 73 START 1.5# PPA 180 START OIL 221 STR CONTAMINATE
112 CIRC MUD 119 LOW ER CIRC POS 90 START 10# PPA 63 START PAD 227 STR EFFL W ATER
43 CIRCULATION 163 MCS SAPCER 177 START 100 MESH 232 START PILL 101 STR H20 SPACER
140 CLOSE DV TOOL 235 METHANOL 91 START 11# PPA 181 START PREFLUSH 106 STR LEAD SURY
141 CLOSE PKR 116 MUD DISP 92 START 12# PPA 62 START PRE-PAD 102 STR MUD CLEAN
142 CMT @ SURFACE 22 NH4CL @ PERFS 93 START 13# PPA 233 START SAND PLG 103 STR MUD SW EEP
143 COMMUNICATIONS 164 OIL BASE MUD 94 START 14# PPA 28 START SCAL INH 105 STR PRE FLUSH
144 DECREASE N2 165 OOPS ! 95 START 15# PPA 35 START SLURRY 225 STR PROD W ATER
12 DECREASE RATE 166 OPEN DV TOOL 96 START 16# PPA 34 START SPACER 222 STR SEA W ATER
71 DIESEL 167 OPEN HOSS TOOL 97 START 17# PPA 182 START STAGE 2 107 STR TAIL SLURY
40 DISPLACEMENT 168 OPEN PKR 98 START 18# PPA 14 START W ASH 104 STR W T MUD SW P
44 DROP BALLS 48 OVER PRESSURE 99 START 19# PPA 49 START W ATER 194 SURGE BALLS
145 DROP BOMB 169 PAD @ PERFS 74 START 2# PPA 55 START XYLENE 110 TAIL @ SHOE
15 DROP BOT PLUG 128 PAD @ XOVER 75 START 2.5# PPA 122 STARTING PRESS 37 TAIL SLURRY
132 ALL BALLS IN 3 PAUSE JOB 16 SLURRY @ EOT 231 START CRUDE 215 STR 1750 KG/M3
126 DROP DART 170 PRESSURE BREAK 100 START 20# PPA 123 STARTING RATE 8 TEST BACKSIDE
38 DROP PLUG 13 PRESSURE TEST 76 START 3# PPA 183 STOP N2 7 TEST LINES
46 DROP W IPER 226 PRODUCED W ATER 77 START 3.5# PPA 191 STR 100 KG/M3 185 TEST TOOL
228 EFFLUENT W ATER 171 PSI & RATE 78 START 4# PPA 200 STR 1000 KG/M3 196 TOOL FAILURE
146 END FOAM CMT 125 RATE CHANGE 79 START 4.5# PPA 201 STR 1050 KG/M3 187 TOOL HELD
39 BOTTOM PLUG 4 RESTART JOB 57 STAGE #2 29 START MIX 196 STR 600 KG/M3
147 ENTER RETAINER 9 REVERSE OUT 81 START 5.5# PPA 203 STR 1150 KG/M3 188 TUBING
148 EXIT RETAINER 121 REVERSE POS 82 START 6# PPA 204 STR 1200 KG/M3 118 UPPER CIRC POS
149 FILL BACKSIDE 172 RIG FAILURE 83 START 6.5# PPA 205 STR 1250 KG/M3 31 W ASH
150 FILL TUBING 173 ROCK SALT 94 START 7# PPA 206 STR 1300 KG/M3 189 W ATER @ SHAKER
124 FINAL PRESSURE 174 ROLL HOLE 85 START 7.5# PPA 207 STR 1350 KG/M3 114 W ATER DISP
151 FLAKES @ PERFS 175 SALT @ PERFS 86 START 8# PPA 208 STR 1400 KG/M3 23 W IPER SHEAR
152 FLUSH @ PERFS 70 SCREEN OUT 87 START 8.5# PPA 209 STR 1450 KG/M3 190 XL ACID
Visiplex Message Table (Sorted by Message Number)
MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message MSG # Message
1 NA 48 OVER PRESSURE 95 START 15# PPA 142 CMT @ SURFACE 191 STR 100 KG/M3
2 START JOB 49 START WATER 96 START 16# PPA 143 COMMUNICATIONS 192 STR 200 KG/M3
3 PAUSE JOB 50 START BRINE 97 START 17# PPA 144 DECREASE N2 193 STR 300 KG/M3
4 RESTART JOB 51 START MUD 98 START 18# PPA 145 DROP BOMB 194 SURGE BALLS
5 HALT JOB 52 START ACID 99 START 19# PPA 146 END FOAM CMT 194 STR 400 KG/M3
6 SET PACKER 53 START DIESEL 100 START 20# PPA 147 ENTER RETAINER 195 STR 500 KG/M3
7 TEST LINES 54 START KCL 101 STR H20 SPACER 148 EXIT RETAINER 196 TOOL FAILURE
8 TEST BACKSIDE 55 START XYLENE 102 STR MUD CLEAN 149 FILL BACKSIDE 196 STR 600 KG/M3
9 REVERSE OUT 56 STAGE #1 103 STR MUD SWEEP 150 FILL TUBING 197 STR 700 KG/M3
10 BATCH UP 57 STAGE #2 104 STR WT MUD SWP 151 FLAKES @ PERFS 198 STR 800 KG/M3
11 INCREASE RATE 58 STAGE #3 105 STR PRE FLUSH 152 FLUSH @ PERFS 199 STR 900 KG/M3
12 DECREASE RATE 59 STAGE #4 106 STR LEAD SURY 153 FRESH H20 PAD 200 STR 1000 KG/M3
13 PRESSURE TEST 60 STAGE #5 107 STR TAIL SLURY 154 GELLED ACID 201 STR 1050 KG/M3
14 START WASH 61 INJECTION TEST 108 SPACER@ SHOE 155 GELLED @ PERFS 202 STR 1100 KG/M3
15 DROP BOT PLUG 62 START PRE-PAD 109 LEAD @ SHOE 156 GELLED OIL 203 STR 1150 KG/M3
16 SLURRY @ EOT 63 START PAD 110 TAIL @ SHOE 157 GELLED WATER 204 STR 1200 KG/M3
17 SLURRY @ PERFS 64 KCL WATER 111 SEE LIFT PRESS 159 INCREASE N2 205 STR 1250 KG/M3
18 ACID @ PERFS 65 START FLUSH 112 CIRC MUD 159 INFLATE PACKER 206 STR 1300 KG/M3
19 BALL @ PERFS 66 START DIVERTER 113 CIRC CEMENT 160 INJECTION RATE 207 STR 1350 KG/M3
20 HCL @ PERFS 67 START N2 114 WATER DISP 161 ISIP 208 STR 1400 KG/M3
21 HCL-BF @ PERFS 69 START C02 115 KCL DISP 162 LOST CIRC 209 STR 1450 KG/M3
22 NH4CL @ PERFS 69 SHUT IN 116 MUD DISP 163 MCS SAPCER 210 STR 1500 KG/M3
23 WIPER SHEAR 70 SCREEN OUT 117 SET TOOL 164 OIL BASE MUD 211 STR 1550 KG/M3
24 START HCL ACID 71 DIESEL 118 UPPER CIRC POS 165 OOPS ! 212 STR 1600 KG/M3
25 START MUD ACID 72 START 1# PPA 119 LOWER CIRC POS 166 OPEN DV TOOL 213 STR 1650 KG/M3
26 START NH4CL 73 START 1.5# PPA 120 SQZ POSITION 167 OPEN HOSS TOOL 214 STR 1700 KG/M3
27 START HCL-HF 74 START 2# PPA 121 REVERSE POS 168 OPEN PKR 215 STR 1750 KG/M3
28 START SCAL INH 75 START 2.5# PPA 122 STARTING PRESS 169 PAD @ PERFS 216 STR 1800 KG/M3
29 START MIX 76 START 3# PPA 123 STARTING RATE 170 PRESSURE BREAK 217 STR 1850 KG/M3
30 BRAKE CIRUL 77 START 3.5# PPA 124 FINAL PRESSURE 171 PSI & RATE 218 STR 1900 KG/M3
31 WASH 78 START 4# PPA 125 RATE CHANGE 172 RIG FAILURE 219 STR 1950 KG/M3
32 SPACER 1 79 START 4.5# PPA 126 DROP DART 173 ROCK SALT 220 STR 2000 KG/M3
33 SPACER 2 80 START 5# PPA 127 SLURRY @ XOVER 174 ROLL HOLE 221 STR CONTAMINATE
34 START SPACER 81 START 5.5# PPA 128 PAD @ XOVER 175 SALT @ PERFS 222 STR SEA WATER
35 START SLURRY 82 START 6# PPA 129 5 MIN SIP 176 SPOT FLUID 223 STR ARTIC PACK
36 LEAD SLURRY 83 START 6.5# PPA 130 10 MIN SIP 177 START 100 MESH 224 TOP OUT
37 TAIL SLURRY 85 START 7.5# PPA 131 15 MIN SIP 178 START FOAM CMT 225 STR PROD WATER
38 DROP PLUG 86 START 8# PPA 132 ALL BALLS IN 179 START FOAMER 226 PRODUCED WATER
39 BOTTOM PLUG 87 START 8.5# PPA 133 ANNULUS 180 START OIL 227 STR EFFL WATER
40 DISPLACEMENT 89 START 9# PPA 134 BAKKEN-SOL 181 START PREFLUSH 228 EFFLUENT WATER
41 BUMP PLUG 89 START 9.5# PPA 135 BALL OFF 182 START STAGE 2 229 2ND BOTTOM PLG
42 BLEED PRESSURE 90 START 10# PPA 136 BALLOUT 183 STOP N2 230 SHUT DOWN
43 CIRCULATION 91 START 11# PPA 137 BENZOIC FLAKES 185 TEST TOOL 231 START CRUDE
44 DROP BALLS 92 START 12# PPA 138 CAP CEMENT 187 TOOL HELD 232 START PILL
45 SQUEEZE 93 START 13# PPA 139 CIRC 2ND STAGE 188 TUBING 233 START SAND PLG
46 DROP WIPER 94 START 7# PPA 140 CLOSE DV TOOL 189 WATER @ SHAKER 234 ARCO PREFLUSH
47 HOLD PRESSURE 94 START 14# PPA 141 CLOSE PKR 190 XL ACID 235 METHANOL
Sand Densities and Volumes
Proppant Specific Proppant Absolute
Name Gravity Coefficient Density (lbs/gal)
Arizona Silica 2.65 .04529 22.08
Colorado Silica 2.65 .04529 22.08
Ottawa Sand 2.65 .04529 22.08
Brady Sand 2.65 .04529 22.08
Super HS 2.53 .04745 21.08
Super DC 2.57 .04663 21.42
Super LC 2.60 .04609 21.67
Super 100 2.53 .04745 21.08
Tempered DC 2.60 .04609 21.67
Tempered LC 2.57 .04663 21.42
AcFrac PR-5000 2.56 .04687 21.33
AcFrac CR-5000 2.55 .04705 21.25
AcFrac Black 2.55 .04950 21.08
AcFrac CR 2.55 .04695 21.25
AcFrac SB 2.55 .04630 21.25
AcFrac PR 2.50 .04780 20.84
Sand Densities and Volumes
Proppant Specific Proppant Absolute
Name Gravity Coefficient Density (lbs/gal)
Carbo Econolite 2.65 .04560 22.08
Carboprop 3.25 .03692 27.08
Carbolite 2.73 .04390 22.75
ISP-1 3.16 .03770 26.33
Bauxite HC 3.65 .03284 30.45
Bauxite 3.55 .03380 29.58
Z-Prop 3.17 .03785 26.42
LWP 2.60 .04660 21.67
Interprop Plus 3.15 .03780 26.25
Interprop 1 3.15 .03780 26.25
Ultraprop Plus 3.49 .03440 29.08
Useful Conversions
MULTIPLY BY TO OBTAIN MULTIPLY BY TO OBTAIN

Acres 43560 Square feet Horsepower 33000 Foot-pounds per minute
Acres 160 Square rods Horsepower 550 Foot-pounds per second
Acrefeet 7758 Barrels Horsepower 0.7457 Kilowatts
Atmospheres 33.94 Feet of water Inches of mercury 1.134 Feet of water
Atmospheres 29.92 Inches of mercury Inches of mercury 0.4912 Pounds per square inch
Atmospheres 14.7 Pounds per square inch Inches of water @ 60F 0.0361 Pounds per square inch
Barrels 5.6146 Cubic feet Kilowatts 1.341 Horsepower
Barrels 42 Gallons Liters 33.814 Ounces
Barrels per hour 0.7 Gallons per minute Liters 1.0567 Quarts
BTU's per minute 0.02356 Horsepower Miles 5280 Feet
Centimeters 0.3937 Inches Miles per hour 1.4667 Feet per second
Cubic centimeters 0.06102 Cubic inches Ounces (Avoirdupois) 28.353 Grams
Cubic feet 0.1781 Barrels Parts per million 8.337 Pounds per million gallons
Cubic feet 7.4805 Gallons (US) Pounds 7000 Grains
Cubic feet of steel 489.6 Pounds of steel Pounds 453.6 Grams
Feet 0.3048 Meters Pounds per square inch 2.309 Feet of water @ 60F
Feet of water @ 60F 0.4331 Pounds per inch Pounds per square inch 2.0353 Inches of mercury
Feet per second 0.68182 Miles per hour Pounds per million gallons 0.11982 Parts per million
Foot-pounds per second 0.001818 Horsepower Pounds per gallons 0.1198 Grams per cubic centimeter
Gallons(US) 0.02381 Barrels Pounds per gallons 0.052 Pounds per square inch per ft of depth
Gallons(US) 0.1337 Cubic feet Quarts 946.36 Milliliters
Gallons(US) 231 Cubic inches Square miles 640 Acres
Gallons per minute 1.429 Barrels per hour Tons (long) 2240 Pounds
Grams 0.03527 Ounces Tons (short) 2000 Pounds
Yards 0.9144 Meters
Bass Enterprises Production Co.
ABC#123
API # 12-345-67891-2345
Hockley County, Texas

June 10, 1999
Cement Recommendation
Prepared for: Prepared by:

Mr. J. Jones Joe Lee
Fax: (123) 456 – 7891 Senior District Engineer
Brownfield, Texas
POWERVISION
Service Point: Sales Representatives:
Brownfield Baker Hallford
Bus. Phone: (806) 637-8561 Account Manager
Fax: (806) 637-4923
Operator Name: Bass Enterprises Production Co.
Well Name: Butcher C #19
Job Description: 5 ½” Full Liner
Date: February 25, 1999
JOB AT A GLANCE
Depth (TVD) 4,820 ft
Depth (MD) 4,820 ft
Hole Size 6.398 in
Casing Size/Weight : 5 ½ in, 17 lbs/ft
Pump Via Casing 5 ½” O.D. (4.892” I.D.) 17#
Total Mix Water Required 2,350 gals
Tail Slurry
Class + Fluid Loss 375 Sacks
Density 14.8 ppg
Yield 1.33 cf/sack
Displacement
Fresh Water 111 bbls
Density 8.3 ppg
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WELL DATA
ANNULAR GEOMETRY
ANNULAR I.D. DEPTH DEPTH

(in) MEASURED (ft) TRUE VERTICAL (ft)
6.398 HOLE 4,820 4,820
SUSPENDED PIPES
DIAMETER (in) DEPTH DEPTH

O.D. I.D. MEASURED (ft) TRUE VERTICAL (ft)
5.500 4.892 4,820 4,820
Float Collar set @ 4,780 ft

Mud Density 8.33 ppg
Mud Type Water Based
Est. Static Temp 105 °F
Est. Circ. Temp 102 °F
VOLUME CALCULATIONS
4,820 ft X 0.0583 cf/ft with 76% excess = 494.6 cf

40 ft X 0.1305 cf/ft with 0% excess = 5.2 cf (inside pipe)
Total Slurry Volume = 499.9 cf
= 89 bbls
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FLUID SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME VOLUME
FLUID CU-FT FACTOR AMOUNT AND TYPE OF CEMENT
Tail Slurry 500 / 1.33 375 Sacks Class C Cement + 0.6% bwoc BA-10
+0.1% bwoc R-3 +0.5% bwoc CD-32 +0.2%
bwoc Sodium Metasilicate +55.6% Fresh Water
Displacement 111.1 bbls Fresh Water @ 8.33 ppg
CEMENT PROPERTIES
SLURRY
NO. 1
Slurry Weight (ppg) 14.80
Slurry Yield (cf/sack) 1.33
Amount of Mix Water (gps) 6.27
Estimated Pumping Time – 70 BC (HH:MM) 3:00
Free Water (mis) @ 105°F @ 90° angle 0.0
Fluid Loss (cc/30min)
at 1000 psi and 105°F 88.0
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH
12 hrs @ 105°F (psi) 1250
12 hrs @ 105°F (psi) 2170
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PRICE ESTIMATE
Product Material
QTY UNIT PRODUCT DESCRIPTION UNIT GROSS DISC NET
PRICE AMOUNT (%) AMOUNT
375 sacks Class C Cement 10.27 3,851.25 35.0 2,503.31
71 Lbs Sodium Metasilicate 1.85 131.35 35.0 85.38
36 Lbs R-3 1.65 59.40 35.0 38.61
1 Ea Cement Plug, Rubber, 5-1/2” 70.00 70.00 35.0 45.50
212 Lbs BA-10 9.20 1,950.40 35.0 1,267.76
177 Lbs CD-32 5.90 1,044.30 35.0 678.80
Product Material Subtotal: $7106.70 $4619.36
Service Charges
388 Cu ft Bulk Materials Service 1.60 620.80 35.0 403.52
Charge
Equipment
1 6hrs Cement Pump Casing 2,090.00 2,090.00 35.0 1,358.50
70 Miles Mileage, Heavy Vehicle 3.60 252.00 35.0 163.80
70 Miles Mileage, Auto, Pickup or Van 2.15 150.50 35.0 97.83
Product Material Subtotal: $2,492.50 $1,620.13
Unless specified, the prices are based on 6 hours on location

The technical data contained in this proposal is based on the best information available at the time of writing and
is subject to further analysis and testing. The pricing data contained in this proposal are estimates only and may
vary depending on the work actually performed. Pricing does not include federal, state and local taxes or
royalties.
This quotation is based on BJ Services Company being awarded the work on a first call basis and within thrity
(30) days of the proposal date. These prices will be subject to review if the work is done after thirty (30) days
from the proposal date, or on a second or third call basis.
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PRICE ESTIMATE
Freight/Delivery Charges
626 Ton-mi Bulk Delivery, Dry Products 1.20 751.20 35.0 488.28
Unless specified, the prices are based on 6 hours on location

The technical data contained in this proposal is based on the best information available at the time of writing and
is subject to further analysis and testing. The pricing data contained in this proposal are estimates only and may
vary depending on the work actually performed. Pricing does not include federal, state and local taxes or
royalties.
This quotation is based on BJ Services Company being awarded the work on a first call basis and within thrity
(30) days of the proposal date. These prices will be subject to review if the work is done after thirty (30) days
from the proposal date, or on a second or third call basis.
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Product Description
RA-10
Improves cement bonding and acts as a matrix flow control agent. It can be used in lightweight,
standard and densified slurries at temperatures up to 240 deg F (116 deg C).
CD-32
A patented, free-flowing, water soluble polymer that is an efficient and effective dispersant for
primary and remedial cementing.
Class C Cement
Intended for use from surface to 6000 ft., and for conditions requiring high early strength and/or
sulfate resistance.
R-3
A low temperature retarder used in a wide range of slurry formulations to extend the slurry
thickening time at temperatures up to 200 deg F (93 deg C).
Sodium Metasilicate
An extender used to produce an economical, low density cement slurry.
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End of Proposal
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Visiplex Interpersonal Skills
One of the competencies asked for by our customers is that of Interpersonal Skills.
These can be defined as the skills (or ability) to “inter relate” with other people on the
job. That can be fellow employees, supervisors, rig crews, customers and so forth. You
are taught at various stages how you are to relate to others in situations. The following
serves as a review for the interpersonal skills you will require as you continue to
progress in the company. These simple reminders are related to the person that will or
is running a Visiplex and a cement pump truck.
Everyone on location is attempting to perform the job to the satisfaction of the customer
and in a safe manner. Sometimes the Service Supervisor sees that another person
needs assistance. In those cases, she may ask you to help. If that happens, you
should perform the assistance required. But, the Service Supervisor does not have to
initiate all the times that you should help. After you have completed the required tasks
for your unit, you should help others on location. And, sometimes others require help.
If you notice that someone needs assistance or if they ask for assistance, you should be
willing to help.
For instance, you may see a bulk driver backing up without a ground guide. You need
to stop the driver and explain the company policy. Then, you can help him by guiding
him until the backing operation is complete. You could just tell the Service Supervisor,
but that action will not stop the immediate danger.
Every job has a safety meeting prior to commencing with the operation. There are other
times that the Service Supervisor will give instructions as well. The instructions are
often repetitive in nature. You will find you “know” what is going to be said before it is
spoken at times. However, some of these times the information will be different than
what you expected. The proper way to take this kind of instruction is to listen. Don’t
ignore it even when you know what is happening. You are setting examples for others
that you work with. It is better to hold your questions until the Supervisor is finished or
until he indicates that it is time to ask questions. Don’t try to talk “over” the supervisor or
at the same time. That only creates confusion.
Safety is of paramount concern on location. You are not to act in an unsafe manner or
do things that are unsafe. Even if the company representative tells you to, you should
not do things that are against our safety policy or things that are unsafe. If you are
unsure, you should ask the supervisor. If you have not done a task that you are
requested to do, then you should ask your supervisor for instruction and permission.
And, if someone sees a serious problem, such as a major leak in the high-pressure line,
then, they should let the supervisor know as soon as possible. If you are pumping and
you see a serious leak or are informed of a serious leak, you may shut down pumping.
This shutting down is down to prevent a serious accident, and requires your judgement.
Regardless of the seriousness of an incident on location, you are required to shut down
a job if the Service Supervisor tells you to do so. The key to knowing what to do is to
always err on the side of being safe.
As a cement pump operator, you have a need to communicate with the Bulk driver
(land). It is important that the bulk operator understands the functions she is to perform.
You may think you have given very clear instructions. However, it is best to have the
bulk operator repeat the instructions to you in her own words to be sure the meaning of
what you said is understood.
People are naturally curious. The pump truck is where “everything is happening” during
a cement job. So, at times, other personnel may want to get up on the truck to see. For
several reasons, the deck of the pump truck needs to remain not crowded. The
Supervisor may need to be up there. The company representative may want to be
there. Other people have no business up there. So, you should keep visitors off the
truck. There are exceptions to this. If you should run into a situation that requires
others to help, then, you may invite them up to give you a hand. And, you will
periodically be training other people (usually bulk drivers) to operate the equipment.
Then, they may be on the unit. However, this training should not ever compromise a
job. And, if it is too crowded, then the training may need to wait for another time.
Here are a few other things regarding you and the customer. Sometimes the customers
are quite affable. They will joke with you and ask questions and seemingly be your
friend. You certainly should be nice to them, but always maintain your professional
image. If the customer asks you about something such as the Visiplex, then show him
how to read the monitor. Don’t “over volunteer” information, but don’t hesitate to tell him
what he asks. You should also keep the supervisor informed on what has transpired. If
you do not know an answer to something being asked, do not fake it. Tell them you will
find out. Then, ask the supervisor. The supervisor may choose to answer the question
himself or give you the answer and you will answer. This shows one how the
interpersonal skills help to develop good judgement. Generally, you want to be open
and honest without being a blabbermouth. Respond to questions, but don’t volunteer
more than is asked.
Finally, you can practice your interpersonal skills with people you do not even come in
contact with. For instance, you may notice connector covers left off of the Visiplex,
exposing the connectors to corrosion. Replace the connector cover. If someone else
takes out the unit that is one less thing for him or her to worry about and will help make
the job go smoother. If the Visiplex rate or volumes are not tracking with what you
actually pumped, either perform the checks required or get the electronic technician to
help. The next person could mess up a job if the numbers are wrong.
Following these simple guidelines will enhance the operation on location. This will
create a quality job that is recognized by our customers, and create an atmosphere
where they are more inclined to do business with us. And, the additional business
enhances your opportunities for promotion.

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Main Viewing Screen

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Run indicator Light Power Indicator Light

• Visiplex/Microplex Monitor Features

USB Drive for storage

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• Treating Van Application

Com Cable to Visiplex

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Semi-permanent installation Console-mount installation

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• Microplex Monitor System Inputs

• Visiplex Monitor System Inputs

• Main Viewing Screen Introduction

AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

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AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

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Item Select Change Menu

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• Main Viewing Screen

AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

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• Pressure System Diagram

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• Pressure Readings On The Main Viewing Screen

AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

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• Flow System Diagram

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• Turbine Flow Meter Advantages

Flow Meter Cable

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• Magnetic Pickups In A 60 Tooth Gear Assembly

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• Flow Readings On The Main Viewing Screen

AUX 12V AUX 12V QUICK

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• Auxiliary Density System Diagram

Weight of U-tube and Cement

Load Cell attached to bracket

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NOTE: Before using a DB-IV with a Visiplex/Microplex it must be upgrade to a 4-20 mA

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• Micro Motion Density

High Pressure In Line

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• Density Reading On The Main Viewing Screen

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• Elapsed Time Reading On The Main Viewing Screen

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Menu # Menu Purpose Explanation

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