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Method for the formation of a plug in a petroleum well

US6478088B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2001
Grant dateNov 12, 2002
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B29/005
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for the formation of a plug (1) in a petroleum well (2) extending from the earth's surface or the sea floor to a petroleum reservoir, which well is lined with casing (3, 3′). At least one opening (4) is formed in the casing (3) at a distance from the earth's surface, and a liquid curable resin is provided in at least a portion of the opening (4) and an adjacent area of the well (2), whereby the resin after curing forms a plug (1) in the well. The invention also relates to a tool (9) for milling an opening (4) in a casing (3) of a petroleum well (2), and a plug (1) for plugging casing (3) of a petroleum well (2).

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