Rotary steerable systems (RSS), mud motors, and extended reach drilling (ERD) beyond 20,000 ft laterals with 99% survey accuracy.
We identify potential vibration zones, torque-and-drag limits, and hole cleaning requirements, then build a trajectory that balances drilling efficiency with geological objectives.
Unlike directional service providers that simply execute your plan, Cooper Contractors actively participates in the well planning phase. Our engineering team reviews your target coordinates, anti-collision risks, and formation dip angles before spud. We identify potential vibration zones, torque-and-drag limits, and hole cleaning requirements, then build a trajectory that balances drilling efficiency with geological objectives.
Here are some frequently asked questions.
Our directional drillers maintain actual DLS within 0.5° of the planned trajectory across 95% of wells. This reduces casing wear, lowers torque during completion runs, and minimizes the risk of stuck pipe. Clients receive a post-well tortuosity analysis comparing planned vs. actual DLS.
Cooper Contractors operates its own MWD/LWD tools including gamma, resistivity, porosity, and density sensors. We also integrate with third-party wireline or logging-while-drilling providers if your well plan requires specialized tools not in our fleet. One interface, one directional driller — regardless of tool source.
Yes. Cooper Contractors has drilled horizontal wells in the Permian Basin, Eagle Ford, and Haynesville. Our experience includes zipper frac staging, landing zone targeting, and geosteering with real-time gamma and resistivity. We work alongside your geology team to stay within the pay zone.
