18 July 2017

Drilling fluid

Circulating fluid, one function of which is to lift cuttings out of the wellbore and to the surface. Other functions are to cool the bit and […]
18 July 2017

Drilling foreman

The supervisor of drilling or workover operations on a rig. Also called a rig manager, rig supervisor, rig superintendent, or toolpusher.
18 July 2017

Drilling in

The process of drilling into the oil or gas reservoir.
18 July 2017

Drilling line

A wire rope used to support the drilling tools. Also called the rotary line.