CTES CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE

Leading modeling software for planning and performing electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Reporting
Downhole Solutions
The Cerberus report feature runs all primary calculations with a single mouse click,
and presents results in a standard document, which can be kept as a permanent
record of the job design, e-mailed to a customer or colleague, or used for
comparisons with other wells and intervention methods. Results are grouped by
type, such as "Reaching Depth," "Working at Depth," and "Contingencies." Each is
assigned a status level based on criteria that is controlled by the end user.
The reports are designed to do the following: Drilling Solutions
indicate the task can be performed within the specified limits
caution that the task can be performed but may require special attention
warn that the task most likely cannot be performed
report the result without warnings or caution
Engineering and Project Management Solutions

Corporate Headquarters United Kingdom

7909 Parkwood Circle Drive Unit 16
Houston, Texas 77036 Enterprise Drive
Westhill Industrial Estate
United States Westhill Industrial Solutions
Phone: 713 375 3700 Aberdeen AB32 6TQ
Fax: 713 346 7687 Scotland
Phone: 44 1224 748797
Sales and Service Fax: 44 1224 741129
3770 Pollok Drive
Conroe, Texas 77303 Middle East
B-17, Oilfield Supply Center
United States Jebel Ali
Phone: 936 777 6200 P. O. Box 18633
Fax: 936 777 6312 Dubai
Lifting and Handling Solutions
24 Hour Support: 936 777 6200 United Arab Emirates
Phone: 971 4 883 5910
Fax: 971 4 883 7087

Production Solutions

Additional Information 24-hour Support

Cerberus for Well Intervention is part of an integrated software suite NOV® CTES maintains an active web site, available for software support
used by oilfield professionals in numerous disciplines for planning and 24/7. Existing customers may download software, updates, and bug Supply Chain Solutions
executing wellsite operations. Other Cerberus versions include: fixes, as well as suggest software enhancements, report bugs or submit
Cerberus for Coiled Tubing for planning and performing coiled questions to our software team.
tubing operations A fully functional demo of Cerberus can be downloaded from our website
Cerberus for Drilling for drill string design and limits analysis at http://ctes.nov.com/Software/download/demo.asp .
Cerberus for Slickline Fatigue for monitoring remaining fatigue
life of slickline Tubular and Corrosion Control Solutions
Cerberus for Well Intervention for safe deployment of tools on
pipe, wireline, slickline, and coiled tubing

National Oilwell Varco has produced this brochure for general information only, and it is not intended
for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its
contents, National Oilwell Varco in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage or
injury resulting from the use of information and data herein. All applications for the material described
Well Service and Completion Solutions
are at the user’s risk and are the user’s responsibility.
All brands listed are trademarks of National Oilwell Varco.

One Company . . . Unlimited Solutions

w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
CTES
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
© 2012 National Oilwell Varco
D392001646-MKT-001 Rev. 02
CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE CTES
Leading modeling software for planning and performing
electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Surface Weight (RIH and POOH): Predicted surface Weak Point: Surface weight range in which weak Maximum Weight: Surface weight at which cable
Cerberus for Wireline
weight when running in and pulling out of hole. point will break. tension reaches its working limit. Features

 Job Feasibility  Flow and Pressure Effects  Hydraulics Calculations: For cased hole applications the model
 Risk Assumption  Fishing and Stuck Tools considers hydraulic as well as mechanical forces, so Cerberus can
 Contingency Planning  Cable Damage Prevention provide warnings if shear drag might prevent the toolstring from
 Toolstring Configuration  Real-Time Monitoring getting downhole past existing production, or if flow after perforating
 Cable and Weak Point Selection may push the guns uphole and damage the cable. Understanding the
different forces in play can be important, especially for marginal
Overview scenarios. If the problem is primarily flow-related, adding tool weight
Cerberus for Wireline is unique software for planning the deployment of cable- or reducing the flow at the wellhead may be the solution. If the problem
Measured Data: Plot measured data for is mainly drag, then rollers or friction reducing fluids may help. The
conveyed tools, especially in highly deviated or complex trajectory wells, by comparison with model predictions.
modeling the cumulative mechanical and hydraulic forces to ensure the target sensitivity analysis wizard allows comparison of different options
depth can be reached, the job performed, and the tools returned to surface side-by-side, to see if the job can be performed within acceptable
safely and efficiently with the chosen equipment. Drum Crush Warning: POOH tension is margins of risk.
significantly greater than RIH tension, risk of
First introduced in 1999, Cerberus for Wireline is relied upon by service drum crush and torque damage to the cable.
companies and operators worldwide for planning and performing logging,
perforating, and slickline operations in open and cased hole.
 Toolfit Wizard (BHA Analysis): This feature can answer basic
geometry questions, such as what size tool will pass a given dogleg
without bending, but it can also solve advanced engineering problems
involving bending of complex tool configurations, taking into account
Compression: Indicates the cable tension is too low, and you Overpull: Change of surface weight between pulling out of hole
the effect of knuckle joints and centralizers. Using "stiff string"
cannot go beyond this depth. normally and breaking the weak point. A large overpull is desirable.
modeling methods and finite element analysis developed by CTES,
this feature is used to design large BHAs like directional drilling
Surface vs. Weight Graph assemblies, but can also be used to model wireline-conveyed logging
tools, casing guns, and so on. Results are sometimes counter-
Question and Answer Wizard intuitive for example, using knuckle joints may make it more difficult
to navigate a bend, not easier.
The Q&A Wizard, especially helpful to new or infrequent users, provides access to the most important calculations. Just click on questions, such as "Can I reach the
target depth and return to surface safely? or "What production flow rate would prevent the tools getting downhole?." Available questions change depending on
conveyance method. Examples shown here are for wireline applications.
Selecting the Toolstring is concerned with the tool configuration and
weak point selection, including the effect of knuckle joints,  Cable Tension Wizard: Large tension differentials on the drum
centralizers and rollers on your ability to navigate doglegs and during spooling, a potential source of drum crush and torque damage,
Applications Tool Deployment Modeling for Wireline and Slickline Operations
restrictions in the well. can be anticipated by modeling the cable tension and its distribution
Cerberus as a Design Tool Cerberus guides the user through complex configuration and job design tasks with the help of on the drum following a sequence of jobs. The cable can then be pre-
 Determine feasibility of a given conveyance method numerous Wizards. Stepping the user through key decisions in a logical and intelligent sequence, tensioned accordingly, or a powered sheave allocate for the job. This
 Optimize cable and toolstring design these software tools present choices based on previous selections. Cable and tool selections are unique feature can be invaluable for planning operations in the deep,
made from pre-defined databases, while electronic survey data can be imported from external files highly deviated wells frequently encountered today, where tensions
 Reduce costly wellsite failures or spreadsheets. can approach the working limits of the cable and spooling equipment.
 Perform jobs previously considered marginal or impossible Getting Into and Out of the Well addresses the fundamental issue of
Cerberus results can be presented several ways, with varying degrees of complexity. The Surface
 Plan new well trajectories to facilitate future interventions whether the chosen toolstring can reach the required depth, especially
Weight vs. Depth often provides a quick assessment of the job feasibility. Problems like cable in a deviated or flowing well, and be retrieved safely to surface once
Cerberus as a Field Tool compression during RIH or overpull while POOH are clearly flagged. Other important graphs include the job is complete.
 Is observed wellsite data within expectations? maximum pull capability (for fishing or freeing a stuck tool), stretch (for depth corrections), and  Weak Point: Engineers tend to underestimate the higher forces
tractor pull requirements. All these results are captured in the Cerberus Wireline Report. encountered in a deviated well, making it all too easy to choose the
 What are the safety limits in the event of contingencies?
wrong weak point for the job, with potentially catastrophic results.
 Set thresholds for risk assumption by operator Cerberus includes a design wizard to help select the optimum weak
 Monitor job at the wellsite in real-time point rating sufficiently low that it will activate before the cable
 Compensate for cable stretch in deviated wells working limit is reached, should it be necessary to pull free, but
sufficiently high that increased drag does not cause it to activate
Cerberus as a Sales Tool Performing the Job At Depth ensures that, once downhole, you have unintentionally in normal running conditions.
 Demonstrate superior understanding of job design sufficient maneuvering room to perform the job or deal with
contingencies. For example, how much tension can you pull at
 Discuss possible contingencies with the customer surface if you get stuck or need to fish, or how much risk is there of
 Justify equipment selection and wellsite procedures flow pushing the tools uphole after perforating.
 Generate professional reports as a permanent record  Stuck Point: If the cable or tools are stuck, Cerberus can estimate
 Meet and exceed due diligence requirements the stuck depth based on a pull test, wherein the amount of stretch is
Cerberus as a Training Tool measured as the surface pull is increased. Unlike conventional
stretch charts, which are applicable only for vertical wells, Cerberus
 Educate new engineers on complex deployment issues takes into account the additional drag caused by well deviation,
 Test knowledge of experienced engineers Other Calculations includes modeling for stuck tools and extended yielding a much more accurate answer.
 Pre-qualify field personnel for critical operations reach, as well as reporting and sensitivity analysis tools.
 Safer than the wellsite, and effective
w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE CTES
Leading modeling software for planning and performing
electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Surface Weight (RIH and POOH): Predicted surface Weak Point: Surface weight range in which weak Maximum Weight: Surface weight at which cable
Cerberus for Wireline
weight when running in and pulling out of hole. point will break. tension reaches its working limit. Features

 Job Feasibility  Flow and Pressure Effects  Hydraulics Calculations: For cased hole applications the model
 Risk Assumption  Fishing and Stuck Tools considers hydraulic as well as mechanical forces, so Cerberus can
 Contingency Planning  Cable Damage Prevention provide warnings if shear drag might prevent the toolstring from
 Toolstring Configuration  Real-Time Monitoring getting downhole past existing production, or if flow after perforating
 Cable and Weak Point Selection may push the guns uphole and damage the cable. Understanding the
different forces in play can be important, especially for marginal
Overview scenarios. If the problem is primarily flow-related, adding tool weight
Cerberus for Wireline is unique software for planning the deployment of cable- or reducing the flow at the wellhead may be the solution. If the problem
Measured Data: Plot measured data for is mainly drag, then rollers or friction reducing fluids may help. The
conveyed tools, especially in highly deviated or complex trajectory wells, by comparison with model predictions.
modeling the cumulative mechanical and hydraulic forces to ensure the target sensitivity analysis wizard allows comparison of different options
depth can be reached, the job performed, and the tools returned to surface side-by-side, to see if the job can be performed within acceptable
safely and efficiently with the chosen equipment. Drum Crush Warning: POOH tension is margins of risk.
significantly greater than RIH tension, risk of
First introduced in 1999, Cerberus for Wireline is relied upon by service drum crush and torque damage to the cable.
companies and operators worldwide for planning and performing logging,
perforating, and slickline operations in open and cased hole.
 Toolfit Wizard (BHA Analysis): This feature can answer basic
geometry questions, such as what size tool will pass a given dogleg
without bending, but it can also solve advanced engineering problems
involving bending of complex tool configurations, taking into account
Compression: Indicates the cable tension is too low, and you Overpull: Change of surface weight between pulling out of hole
the effect of knuckle joints and centralizers. Using "stiff string"
cannot go beyond this depth. normally and breaking the weak point. A large overpull is desirable.
modeling methods and finite element analysis developed by CTES,
this feature is used to design large BHAs like directional drilling
Surface vs. Weight Graph assemblies, but can also be used to model wireline-conveyed logging
tools, casing guns, and so on. Results are sometimes counter-
Question and Answer Wizard intuitive for example, using knuckle joints may make it more difficult
to navigate a bend, not easier.
The Q&A Wizard, especially helpful to new or infrequent users, provides access to the most important calculations. Just click on questions, such as "Can I reach the
target depth and return to surface safely? or "What production flow rate would prevent the tools getting downhole?." Available questions change depending on
conveyance method. Examples shown here are for wireline applications.
Selecting the Toolstring is concerned with the tool configuration and
weak point selection, including the effect of knuckle joints,  Cable Tension Wizard: Large tension differentials on the drum
centralizers and rollers on your ability to navigate doglegs and during spooling, a potential source of drum crush and torque damage,
Applications Tool Deployment Modeling for Wireline and Slickline Operations
restrictions in the well. can be anticipated by modeling the cable tension and its distribution
Cerberus as a Design Tool Cerberus guides the user through complex configuration and job design tasks with the help of on the drum following a sequence of jobs. The cable can then be pre-
 Determine feasibility of a given conveyance method numerous Wizards. Stepping the user through key decisions in a logical and intelligent sequence, tensioned accordingly, or a powered sheave allocate for the job. This
 Optimize cable and toolstring design these software tools present choices based on previous selections. Cable and tool selections are unique feature can be invaluable for planning operations in the deep,
made from pre-defined databases, while electronic survey data can be imported from external files highly deviated wells frequently encountered today, where tensions
 Reduce costly wellsite failures or spreadsheets. can approach the working limits of the cable and spooling equipment.
 Perform jobs previously considered marginal or impossible Getting Into and Out of the Well addresses the fundamental issue of
Cerberus results can be presented several ways, with varying degrees of complexity. The Surface
 Plan new well trajectories to facilitate future interventions whether the chosen toolstring can reach the required depth, especially
Weight vs. Depth often provides a quick assessment of the job feasibility. Problems like cable in a deviated or flowing well, and be retrieved safely to surface once
Cerberus as a Field Tool compression during RIH or overpull while POOH are clearly flagged. Other important graphs include the job is complete.
 Is observed wellsite data within expectations? maximum pull capability (for fishing or freeing a stuck tool), stretch (for depth corrections), and  Weak Point: Engineers tend to underestimate the higher forces
tractor pull requirements. All these results are captured in the Cerberus Wireline Report. encountered in a deviated well, making it all too easy to choose the
 What are the safety limits in the event of contingencies?
wrong weak point for the job, with potentially catastrophic results.
 Set thresholds for risk assumption by operator Cerberus includes a design wizard to help select the optimum weak
 Monitor job at the wellsite in real-time point rating sufficiently low that it will activate before the cable
 Compensate for cable stretch in deviated wells working limit is reached, should it be necessary to pull free, but
sufficiently high that increased drag does not cause it to activate
Cerberus as a Sales Tool Performing the Job At Depth ensures that, once downhole, you have unintentionally in normal running conditions.
 Demonstrate superior understanding of job design sufficient maneuvering room to perform the job or deal with
contingencies. For example, how much tension can you pull at
 Discuss possible contingencies with the customer surface if you get stuck or need to fish, or how much risk is there of
 Justify equipment selection and wellsite procedures flow pushing the tools uphole after perforating.
 Generate professional reports as a permanent record  Stuck Point: If the cable or tools are stuck, Cerberus can estimate
 Meet and exceed due diligence requirements the stuck depth based on a pull test, wherein the amount of stretch is
Cerberus as a Training Tool measured as the surface pull is increased. Unlike conventional
stretch charts, which are applicable only for vertical wells, Cerberus
 Educate new engineers on complex deployment issues takes into account the additional drag caused by well deviation,
 Test knowledge of experienced engineers Other Calculations includes modeling for stuck tools and extended yielding a much more accurate answer.
 Pre-qualify field personnel for critical operations reach, as well as reporting and sensitivity analysis tools.
 Safer than the wellsite, and effective
w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE CTES
Leading modeling software for planning and performing
electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Surface Weight (RIH and POOH): Predicted surface Weak Point: Surface weight range in which weak Maximum Weight: Surface weight at which cable
Cerberus for Wireline
weight when running in and pulling out of hole. point will break. tension reaches its working limit. Features

 Job Feasibility  Flow and Pressure Effects  Hydraulics Calculations: For cased hole applications the model
 Risk Assumption  Fishing and Stuck Tools considers hydraulic as well as mechanical forces, so Cerberus can
 Contingency Planning  Cable Damage Prevention provide warnings if shear drag might prevent the toolstring from
 Toolstring Configuration  Real-Time Monitoring getting downhole past existing production, or if flow after perforating
 Cable and Weak Point Selection may push the guns uphole and damage the cable. Understanding the
different forces in play can be important, especially for marginal
Overview scenarios. If the problem is primarily flow-related, adding tool weight
Cerberus for Wireline is unique software for planning the deployment of cable- or reducing the flow at the wellhead may be the solution. If the problem
Measured Data: Plot measured data for is mainly drag, then rollers or friction reducing fluids may help. The
conveyed tools, especially in highly deviated or complex trajectory wells, by comparison with model predictions.
modeling the cumulative mechanical and hydraulic forces to ensure the target sensitivity analysis wizard allows comparison of different options
depth can be reached, the job performed, and the tools returned to surface side-by-side, to see if the job can be performed within acceptable
safely and efficiently with the chosen equipment. Drum Crush Warning: POOH tension is margins of risk.
significantly greater than RIH tension, risk of
First introduced in 1999, Cerberus for Wireline is relied upon by service drum crush and torque damage to the cable.
companies and operators worldwide for planning and performing logging,
perforating, and slickline operations in open and cased hole.
 Toolfit Wizard (BHA Analysis): This feature can answer basic
geometry questions, such as what size tool will pass a given dogleg
without bending, but it can also solve advanced engineering problems
involving bending of complex tool configurations, taking into account
Compression: Indicates the cable tension is too low, and you Overpull: Change of surface weight between pulling out of hole
the effect of knuckle joints and centralizers. Using "stiff string"
cannot go beyond this depth. normally and breaking the weak point. A large overpull is desirable.
modeling methods and finite element analysis developed by CTES,
this feature is used to design large BHAs like directional drilling
Surface vs. Weight Graph assemblies, but can also be used to model wireline-conveyed logging
tools, casing guns, and so on. Results are sometimes counter-
Question and Answer Wizard intuitive for example, using knuckle joints may make it more difficult
to navigate a bend, not easier.
The Q&A Wizard, especially helpful to new or infrequent users, provides access to the most important calculations. Just click on questions, such as "Can I reach the
target depth and return to surface safely? or "What production flow rate would prevent the tools getting downhole?." Available questions change depending on
conveyance method. Examples shown here are for wireline applications.
Selecting the Toolstring is concerned with the tool configuration and
weak point selection, including the effect of knuckle joints,  Cable Tension Wizard: Large tension differentials on the drum
centralizers and rollers on your ability to navigate doglegs and during spooling, a potential source of drum crush and torque damage,
Applications Tool Deployment Modeling for Wireline and Slickline Operations
restrictions in the well. can be anticipated by modeling the cable tension and its distribution
Cerberus as a Design Tool Cerberus guides the user through complex configuration and job design tasks with the help of on the drum following a sequence of jobs. The cable can then be pre-
 Determine feasibility of a given conveyance method numerous Wizards. Stepping the user through key decisions in a logical and intelligent sequence, tensioned accordingly, or a powered sheave allocate for the job. This
 Optimize cable and toolstring design these software tools present choices based on previous selections. Cable and tool selections are unique feature can be invaluable for planning operations in the deep,
made from pre-defined databases, while electronic survey data can be imported from external files highly deviated wells frequently encountered today, where tensions
 Reduce costly wellsite failures or spreadsheets. can approach the working limits of the cable and spooling equipment.
 Perform jobs previously considered marginal or impossible Getting Into and Out of the Well addresses the fundamental issue of
Cerberus results can be presented several ways, with varying degrees of complexity. The Surface
 Plan new well trajectories to facilitate future interventions whether the chosen toolstring can reach the required depth, especially
Weight vs. Depth often provides a quick assessment of the job feasibility. Problems like cable in a deviated or flowing well, and be retrieved safely to surface once
Cerberus as a Field Tool compression during RIH or overpull while POOH are clearly flagged. Other important graphs include the job is complete.
 Is observed wellsite data within expectations? maximum pull capability (for fishing or freeing a stuck tool), stretch (for depth corrections), and  Weak Point: Engineers tend to underestimate the higher forces
tractor pull requirements. All these results are captured in the Cerberus Wireline Report. encountered in a deviated well, making it all too easy to choose the
 What are the safety limits in the event of contingencies?
wrong weak point for the job, with potentially catastrophic results.
 Set thresholds for risk assumption by operator Cerberus includes a design wizard to help select the optimum weak
 Monitor job at the wellsite in real-time point rating sufficiently low that it will activate before the cable
 Compensate for cable stretch in deviated wells working limit is reached, should it be necessary to pull free, but
sufficiently high that increased drag does not cause it to activate
Cerberus as a Sales Tool Performing the Job At Depth ensures that, once downhole, you have unintentionally in normal running conditions.
 Demonstrate superior understanding of job design sufficient maneuvering room to perform the job or deal with
contingencies. For example, how much tension can you pull at
 Discuss possible contingencies with the customer surface if you get stuck or need to fish, or how much risk is there of
 Justify equipment selection and wellsite procedures flow pushing the tools uphole after perforating.
 Generate professional reports as a permanent record  Stuck Point: If the cable or tools are stuck, Cerberus can estimate
 Meet and exceed due diligence requirements the stuck depth based on a pull test, wherein the amount of stretch is
Cerberus as a Training Tool measured as the surface pull is increased. Unlike conventional
stretch charts, which are applicable only for vertical wells, Cerberus
 Educate new engineers on complex deployment issues takes into account the additional drag caused by well deviation,
 Test knowledge of experienced engineers Other Calculations includes modeling for stuck tools and extended yielding a much more accurate answer.
 Pre-qualify field personnel for critical operations reach, as well as reporting and sensitivity analysis tools.
 Safer than the wellsite, and effective
w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
 CTES CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE
Leading modeling software for planning and performing electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Reporting
Downhole Solutions
The Cerberus report feature runs all primary calculations with a single mouse click,
and presents results in a standard document, which can be kept as a permanent
record of the job design, e-mailed to a customer or colleague, or used for
comparisons with other wells and intervention methods. Results are grouped by
type, such as "Reaching Depth," "Working at Depth," and "Contingencies." Each is
assigned a status level based on criteria that is controlled by the end user.
The reports are designed to do the following: Drilling Solutions
indicate the task can be performed within the specified limits
caution that the task can be performed but may require special attention
warn that the task most likely cannot be performed
report the result without warnings or caution
Engineering and Project Management Solutions

Corporate Headquarters United Kingdom

7909 Parkwood Circle Drive Unit 16
Houston, Texas 77036 Enterprise Drive
Westhill Industrial Estate
United States Westhill Industrial Solutions
Phone: 713 375 3700 Aberdeen AB32 6TQ
Fax: 713 346 7687 Scotland
Phone: 44 1224 748797
Sales and Service Fax: 44 1224 741129
3770 Pollok Drive
Conroe, Texas 77303 Middle East
B-17, Oilfield Supply Center
United States Jebel Ali
Phone: 936 777 6200 P. O. Box 18633
Fax: 936 777 6312 Dubai
Lifting and Handling Solutions
24 Hour Support: 936 777 6200 United Arab Emirates
Phone: 971 4 883 5910
Fax: 971 4 883 7087

Production Solutions

Additional Information 24-hour Support

Cerberus for Well Intervention is part of an integrated software suite NOV® CTES maintains an active web site, available for software support
used by oilfield professionals in numerous disciplines for planning and 24/7. Existing customers may download software, updates, and bug Supply Chain Solutions
executing wellsite operations. Other Cerberus versions include: fixes, as well as suggest software enhancements, report bugs or submit
Cerberus for Coiled Tubing for planning and performing coiled questions to our software team.
tubing operations A fully functional demo of Cerberus can be downloaded from our website
Cerberus for Drilling for drill string design and limits analysis at http://ctes.nov.com/Software/download/demo.asp .
Cerberus for Slickline Fatigue for monitoring remaining fatigue
life of slickline Tubular and Corrosion Control Solutions
Cerberus for Well Intervention for safe deployment of tools on
pipe, wireline, slickline, and coiled tubing

National Oilwell Varco has produced this brochure for general information only, and it is not intended
for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its
contents, National Oilwell Varco in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage or
injury resulting from the use of information and data herein. All applications for the material described
Well Service and Completion Solutions
are at the user’s risk and are the user’s responsibility.
All brands listed are trademarks of National Oilwell Varco.

One Company . . . Unlimited Solutions

w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
CTES
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
© 2012 National Oilwell Varco
D392001646-MKT-001 Rev. 02
 CTES CERBERUS FOR WIRELINE
Leading modeling software for planning and performing electric line and slickline operations in deviated wells
Reporting
Downhole Solutions
The Cerberus report feature runs all primary calculations with a single mouse click,
and presents results in a standard document, which can be kept as a permanent
record of the job design, e-mailed to a customer or colleague, or used for
comparisons with other wells and intervention methods. Results are grouped by
type, such as "Reaching Depth," "Working at Depth," and "Contingencies." Each is
assigned a status level based on criteria that is controlled by the end user.
The reports are designed to do the following: Drilling Solutions
indicate the task can be performed within the specified limits
caution that the task can be performed but may require special attention
warn that the task most likely cannot be performed
report the result without warnings or caution
Engineering and Project Management Solutions

Corporate Headquarters United Kingdom

7909 Parkwood Circle Drive Unit 16
Houston, Texas 77036 Enterprise Drive
Westhill Industrial Estate
United States Westhill Industrial Solutions
Phone: 713 375 3700 Aberdeen AB32 6TQ
Fax: 713 346 7687 Scotland
Phone: 44 1224 748797
Sales and Service Fax: 44 1224 741129
3770 Pollok Drive
Conroe, Texas 77303 Middle East
B-17, Oilfield Supply Centre
United States Free Zone
Phone: 936 777 6200 P. O. Box 18633
Fax: 936 777 6312 Dubai
Lifting and Handling Solutions
24 Hour Support: 936 777 6200 United Arab Emirates
Phone: 971 481 100100
Fax: 971 488 37087

Production Solutions

Additional Information 24-hour Support

Cerberus for Well Intervention is part of an integrated software suite NOV® CTES maintains an active web site, available for software support
used by oilfield professionals in numerous disciplines for planning and 24/7. Existing customers may download software, updates, and bug Supply Chain Solutions
executing wellsite operations. Other Cerberus versions include: fixes, as well as suggest software enhancements, report bugs or submit
Cerberus for Coiled Tubing for planning and performing coiled questions to our software team.
tubing operations A fully functional demo of Cerberus can be downloaded from our website
Cerberus for Drilling for drill string design and limits analysis at http://ctes.nov.com/Software/download/demo.asp .
Cerberus for Slickline Fatigue for monitoring remaining fatigue
life of slickline Tubular and Corrosion Control Solutions
Cerberus for Well Intervention for safe deployment of tools on
pipe, wireline, slickline, and coiled tubing

National Oilwell Varco has produced this brochure for general information only, and it is not intended
for design purposes. Although every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy and reliability of its
contents, National Oilwell Varco in no way assumes responsibility for liability for any loss, damage or
injury resulting from the use of information and data herein. All applications for the material described
Well Service and Completion Solutions
are at the user’s risk and are the user’s responsibility.
All brands listed are trademarks of National Oilwell Varco.

One Company . . . Unlimited Solutions

w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m
CTES
c t e s s a l e s @ n o v. c o m w w w. n o v. c o m / c t e s
© 2012 National Oilwell Varco
D392001646-MKT-001 Rev. 03