NOV’s DrillLink automated control provides an easy-to-use interface for generating command sequences for downlinking to Measurement While Drilling rotary steerable and other downhole tools. Automation of the downlinking eliminates the need for the directional driller to constantly monitor a stopwatch while giving verbal instructions to the driller. Drop-down software menus mean that the right instruction for each tool is always loaded, further reducing human error. Since the commands are now precise and repeatable, the tool manufacturers can modify their communication systems to allow faster, more efficient downlinking operations. The driller selects ON or OFF and monitors downlinking progress via the indicator lights.

Let the driller focus on his business.
The process of drilling wells is growing more complex all the time. Many down-hole tool operations report human error as the number one source for time delays and drilling inaccuracies. A simple phone call to the drillfloor can lead to a mis-run. With DrillLink, once the command is sent, there is nothing left to do but monitor the status.

Efficiency is frequent to your success.
Faster downlinking allows the directional driller to make more course corrections, if necessary, without regard to rig time. This can improve wellbore quality with reduced dog-leg severity, resulting in less drilling torque, less drag while tripping and reduced drillstring wear.