What is Mud Logging?
Mud Logging is used to collect subsurface geological information while drilling a well. Mud Logging examines and analyzes geological information contained into the formation cuttings and drilling mud. This in order to determine if oil and gas are encountered during well drilling. Mud Logging also provides critical safety functions such as determining pore pressure, kick control and ambient gas monitoring. Basically, Mud Logging is used while drilling most exploratory and many development wells, both on and off shore. Mud Logging services range from basic unmanned gas detection to sophisticated full serviced, manned operations. Services have evolved to become the information centre for the well and include electronic monitoring of drilling parameters. These parameters include weight on bit, torque, penetration rate, mud levels, pump speed and third party service provider data. Basic unmanned services use a cost effective Mud Logging unit that provides simple gas detection to identify po
