Interra Energy’s Howitzer Pressure Testable Toe Sleeve Enables Casing Integrity Test After Extended Periods Downhole

Challenge

• Marcellus Shale frac crew availability results in installations being left downhole over 200 days before successful operation.

Solution

• The Howitzer pressure testable toe sleeve was installed in the Marcellus Shale for a major Operator.

Result

• After 202 days, the Operator successfully performed a maximum casing pressure test to 12,800 psi for 30 minutes before the Howitzer pressure testable toe sleeve activated and established communication to formation.