Halliburton launched the EcoStar® eTRSV, its second-gen electric safety valve, following its award-winning 2017 debut.Halliburton’s new EcoStar® electric tubing-retrievable safety valve (eTRSV) marks a significant breakthrough in the oil and gas industry by eliminating the need for hydraulic actuation in safety valve systems, a challenge that had persisted for over 30 years.
The company pioneered the first electric safety valve installation in 2016 for a major operator, ensuring reliable operation throughout the well’s lifespan.
This advancement streamlines operations by reducing the need for extensive surface facilities, enhancing both personnel safety and overall field economics.Maxime Coffin, Vice President of Halliburton Completion Tools, emphasized that the EcoStar eTRSV is a crucial step toward the full electrification of wellbores as part of Halliburton’s all-electric portfolio.
The system builds on the company’s industry-leading safety valve technology, enhancing completion performance and maximizing asset value for operators.Functioning as a fail-safe mechanism, the EcoStar eTRSV automatically closes in the event of well incidents at the surface, protecting both personnel and the environment. It is based on Halliburton’s proven deepwater DepthStar® tubing-retrievable safety valve technology and integrates advanced magnetic coupling technology.
By replacing traditional hydraulic actuation with an electric system, the design significantly improves reliability by isolating the actuation system from completion tubing fluid and pressure.Additionally, the EcoStar eTRSV incorporates independent and redundant electro-mechanical actuation and control systems, allowing for precise operation, real-time position sensing, and continuous valve health monitoring from the surface.
This next-generation innovation reflects Halliburton’s ongoing commitment to advancing well completion technology and driving efficiency in the industry
