Sproule geologists have experience in all phases of exploration, exploitation, and reservoir geology. We conduct local and regional geological studies, both domestically and internationally, to evaluate pools, trends, and basins for recovery of oil and gas. These studies are critical to the economic evaluation of reserves and unproven properties.

Our interpretations of oil and gas pools incorporate all pertinent geophysical, geological, petrophysical, and engineering information. We determine gross and net pay thickness, and the areal extent of reservoirs, through detailed correlations of oil and gas zones and surrounding strata, as well as geological assessments of depositional environment, stratigraphy, lithology, and subsurface structure. We determine reservoir parameters from analysis of petrophysical logs, core analyses, drillstem tests, and well completion information. In addition to economic evaluations, these reservoir studies can be applied to potential secondary and tertiary recovery applications.

Sproule's geological group also provides services for clients who are involved in exploration for oil and gas. We can provide assistance in exploration prospect generation or evaluation, for areas ranging from small land parcels to entire basins or countries. We can offer opinions and advice with regard to land sale prices as well as the merits of large scale exploration programs in new areas, and we can plan and direct complete exploration and development programs, including geophysical surveys and drilling operations. Our expertise in engineering and economic evaluations provides additional support for such projects.

Sproule's geological services also include the study of evaporites and other industrial minerals. Projects have included the exploration for raw materials used in the building and chemical industries. We have conducted studies of helium, phosphate, gypsum, potash, and salt occurrences, and have undertaken hydrodynamic, geothermal, and waste disposal investigations. We also offer coal exploration and development services.

John Chipperfield

Please contact John Chipperfield, Senior Vice-President, Geoscience, at (403) 294-5540 or Mike Maughan, Vice-President, Geoscience, at (403) 294-5535 to discuss your geological needs. You could also e-mail them at john.chipperfield@sproule.com or mike.maughan@sproule.com. To learn more about John or Mike, click on their photos.

Mike Maughan

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