In tubular running services, proficiency in Computer Analyzed Torque Monitoring (CATM) and Power Tong operations directly impacts wellbore integrity, environmental stewardship, and operational reliability. Recognizing these critical factors, ProTorque’s People Ops team has enhanced and standardized competency training systems across Canada and the USA. This systematic approach to competency ensures each field team member is thoroughly prepared to execute their duties with accuracy, accountability, and consistent operational precision.

CATM and Power Tong Operations: Critical for Well Integrity

Computer Analyzed Torque Monitoring (CATM) is integral to ProTorque’s approach to tubular running. CATM provides real-time graphical analysis of each tubular connection, allowing the crew to proactively identify and address potential issues. Proper interpretation of CATM data helps avoid connection-related failures, maintains isolation for packer systems, and significantly reduces the risk of leaks, which could cause environmental incidents and production delays.

Power Tongs, when paired with CATM, further enhance connection reliability. This combination minimizes risks like over-torque, over-rotation, and alignment issues, delivering precise and reliable connection performance.

Key Advantages of CATM (Power Tongs):

• Immediate Field Accountability:
  Crews identify and address connection issues promptly, reducing risk and preventing further damage.
  
  
• Comprehensive Graphical Reporting:
  Detailed connection graphs and statistical summaries deliver immediate visibility into connection integrity.
  
  
• Operational Risk Mitigation:
  Proactively reduces common risks such as RPM-related damage, over-torqueing, misalignment, and over-rotation.
  
  
• Detailed Performance Data:
  Systematic tracking of torque, turns, RPM, and shoulder data for both premium and semi-premium connections.
  
  

Advanced CATM Capabilities:

• Automatic torque vs. turns & time analysis.
  
  
• Instant shoulder point confirmation prior to connection approval.
  
  
• Data overlays for consistent joint performance verification.
  
  
• Robust sensory controls maintaining data accuracy even under challenging operational conditions.
  
  
• Real-time hydraulic dump controls protecting connection integrity.
  
  

CATM – Top Drive Integration

ProTorque extends CATM’s analytical strength through its integration with top drives via torque sub monitoring. This technology delivers real-time graphical data—torque vs. turns & time—mirroring the analysis traditionally available with power tong-based CATM systems. This ensures every connection made with a top drive is held to the same rigorous standard, preserving operational integrity.

Top Drive CATM Highlights:

• Exceptional battery life for reliable long-duration monitoring.
  
  
• Industry-leading dynamic sampling rate ensures highly accurate data capture.
  
  
• Built-in infrared (IR) turns counter for seamless integration without external equipment.
  
  

People Ops: Strengthening Competency Through Workhub

ProTorque’s People Ops team understands technical proficiency alone isn’t enough to ensure operational excellence. Using Workhub, the team provides structured, consistent training and manages technician competencies systematically. Workhub enables People Ops to track individual training progress, validate skills, and confirm technicians’ proficiency before they step onto the rig floor.

Through Workhub’s digital training environment, technicians have continuous access to:

• Structured learning modules specific to CATM and Power Tong operations.
  
  
• Consistent competency assessments with transparent, measurable benchmarks.
  
  
• Real-time skill tracking, ensuring teams are reliably qualified and fully prepared.
  
  

This structured approach translates directly into safer, more precise, and consistently executed operations in the field.

Operational Integrity: A Measurable Outcome

By strategically leveraging Workhub and emphasizing operational competency, ProTorque’s People Ops delivers a measurable impact: safer worksites, higher operational efficiency, and consistently dependable outcomes.

At ProTorque, operational integrity isn’t just a goal—it’s a standard upheld daily by a highly skilled workforce, supported by a robust, structured competency management system.