Cementing In Drilling Full & Simple Guide
Well cementing plays a very important role in the construction, completion, and abandonment of wells since the cement performs vital functions in supporting the casing and drilling wellhead equipment. The casing cannot perform the functions it is designed for, described elsewhere unless effectively cemented in place. The cement forms an impermeable barrier to the passage of gasses and fluids and enables formations to be isolated. It can also be used to plug or abandon the well.
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