Solution for Active Downhole Swarf Collection

Patented, field-proven in more than 90 operations. Captures, stores, and secures swarf downhole – leaving return flow above Swarfix® WCT, swarf-free.

The Swarf Challenge
Milling swarf in the mud return flow can cause malfunction in the BOP and topside equipment. String magnets will lose efficiency over time – allowing swarf to reach surface. Swarfix® WCT collect 100% of the swarf.

Available Models The Swarfix® WCT is currently available in two models:
• Swarfix® WCT 1338 — for 13 3/8″–14″ casing exits
• Swarfix® WCT 958 — for 9 5/8″–10 3/4″ casing exits

Future Development
• Swarfix® WCT 1858 — 18 5/8″–20″ casing exits
• Adapt the Swarfix® WCT technology for section milling applications

Run Records by request Q&A

How It Works

  1. Plan & Position – Placed in the drill string as a result of operational planning.
  2. Activate – Swarf capture starts at the required pump rate during milling.
  3. Stay Clean – Clean magnet section during operation.
  4. Collect & Store – Swarf is collected, stored and secured downhole.

Result: Consistent performance, zero manual handling offshore, and reduced wear on critical equipment.

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Comprehensive Swarf Management

  • Downhole Swarf Collection – Captures and stores 100% of milling swarf downhole.
  • Eliminating clean-up trips and surface risks.
  • Onshore Swarf Handling – Secure backloading and recycling at onshore location, following approved waste procedures.
  • Field Support & Training – operator training and 24/7 operational support.
  • Plug and Play – Easily adapts to any whipstock milling operation.

Why Choose
Swarfix® WCT

  • 100% DOWNHOLE SWARF CAPTURE

    Proven through more than 90 operations.

  • BUILT-IN SAFETY

    Robust technology with integrated fail-safe design feature.

  • COST-EFFICIENT SOLUTION

    Improves operational efficiency by 100% downhole swarf capture.

  • SHORT LEAD TIME

    Swarfix WCT can be prepared and mobilized on short notice, due to the compatible design.

  • FIELD-PROVEN TECHNOLOGY

    Adopted by major operators on the NCS, with ongoing expansion internationally.

Who We Serve

Operators
Running whipstock milling operations needing safe, efficient swarf collection.

Service Companies
Delivering whipstock operations. Seeking turnkey, swarf-free solutions to reduce HSE risk and improve performance.

Drilling Contractors
Focused on minimizing trips and interventions to reduce total well costs and improve operational efficiency.

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Swarfix – Q&A Section

Understanding Swarfix Technology

Below you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about Swarfix technology, deployment, safety, and operational performance.

Swarf-related challenges remain a recurring source of operational risk, inefficiency, and offshore exposure in milling and intervention operations. Swarfix was developed to address these challenges directly by eliminating offshore handling and clean-up runs, supporting safer and more predictable operations.

Swarfix is currently the only technology designed to ensure complete downhole swarf collection in milling operations. Rather than managing swarf after it reaches surface, the approach removes the need for offshore handling altogether, reducing exposure, risk, and rig time.

Swarfix® WCT has been deployed in 90+ milling operations. The solution is trusted by leading IOCs and NOCs and has delivered consistent safety and performance results across multiple campaigns and well conditions.

By eliminating offshore handling, high-pressure clean-up runs, and additional intervention trips, several operational risk elements are reduced. This includes improved well integrity control, increased predictability, and fewer unplanned operational events.

The solution removes personnel from hazardous offshore handling activities associated with swarf management. Fewer intervention trips and sealed waste handling contribute to safer crews and improved HSE performance.

All collected swarf is transported onshore in sealed containers and processed by certified waste vendors. This ensures full traceability, regulatory compliance, and zero offshore spills or manual exposure.

By reducing rig time, offshore handling, and clean-up runs, emissions and environmental exposure are lowered. The approach supports cleaner wells, safer operations, and a more sustainable lifecycle for energy assets.

Cleaner wells and controlled debris management reduce cumulative operational risk over the life of the well. This supports future interventions, operational flexibility, and long-term asset performance.

The technology has been run in combination with most common whipstock providers and does not require changes to existing operating procedures. It is easy to implement on short notice.

Swarfix® WCT has primarily been deployed in the North Sea area. The service may also be delivered in other regions subject to operational planning and logistics.

Existing casing size solutions:

  • 9 5/8” – 10 ¾”
  • 13 3/8” – 14”

An 18 5/8” – 20” solution is scheduled to be available in Q3 2026.

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