by Javier Blanco | Aug 28, 2020 | Blowout Preventers
All oil and gas drilling companies use blowout prevention equipment to mitigate the risks of blowouts and explosions. A blowout or a ‘kick’ at a drilling site can be disastrous. That being said, it’s essential to have a reliable blowout preventer to avoid the...
by Javier Blanco | Aug 14, 2020 | Blowout Preventers
Workers caught in the midst of a well blowout may sustain catastrophic injuries or even be killed. When wells blow, they tend to blow big, and they cause oilfield accident fatalities every year. The danger of well blowouts in the oil and gas industry is everpresent....
by Javier Blanco | Jul 24, 2020 | Blowout Preventers
It’s crucial that you have a well-control system in place when working with high-pressure drilling operations. You can reduce your risk of a blowout by taking preventive measures and following control procedures. A well-control system needs to be in place for drilling...
by Javier Blanco | Jul 10, 2020 | Blowout Preventers
Before you buy a blowout preventer, you’ll need to know exactly what kind you’re looking for. There are different types of BOPs to choose from and you’ll need to decide how quickly you need it. What details should you research before buying a blowout preventer?...
by Javier Blanco | Jun 19, 2020 | Blowout Preventers, Oilfield Safety
In any work environment, the risk of disaster is ever-present, even with the best safety regulations available. But the high pressure and flammability risks present at an oil drill site mean that any accident can turn very serious very quickly. The infamous Deepwater...