Episodes

What is sag? What’s the relationship between low shear rate viscosity and sag? Listener James asked, and we answered!

Barite sag basics

Why do some wells require a really high mud weight while others can use a lighter one? We’ll talk about some of the factors in mud weight selection.

A little logic behind mud weights

We’ve dedicated this episode to a listener question! What lies next when it comes to drilling fluid technology? Have you seen some neat technologies change the game where you work? […]

Technology and mud

In this episode, we’ll talk a little bit about viscosity – a key property of drilling fluids. Hopefully we answer a few common questions and inspire a few more!

Viscosity - Episode 7

Who’s in charge on a drilling rig anyways? What’s a roughneck? We’ll discuss some of the key roles of the people you find at a drilling location.

Drilling Rig Roles - Episode 6

In this episode, we’ll review the drilling fluid circulating system from surface to downhole and back to the FLOWLINE!

In this episode, we review some of the criteria used to select a drilling fluid.

In this episode, Matt and Justin review what a drilling fluid is and how it helps the drilling process.

In this episode, you’ll get to know our hosts, Matt and Justin, and the motivation behind The Flowline.

In this episode, we’ll talk to Vice President James Strickland, hear a few words of wisdom, and a story or two.