Drilling

We have the equipment and technologies you need to overcome your drilling challenges in a wide variety of applications.

Drilling Automation

Fully automated closed-loop drilling

Drilling Structures

Bringing together the history and experience of leading rig designers and manufacturers, we offer innovative rig designs and the service behind them to meet your rig structure needs.

PowerStroke Drilling Jar

The PowerStroke drilling jar was engineered with Bowen technology to provide control, power, and flexibility for extended drilling periods in the most demanding applications.

KAIZEN Intelligent Drilling Optimizer

Drilling optimizer employing artificial intelligence to help mitigate drilling dysfunction and improve performance.

POLYTRAXX Drilling Fluids System

Providing cost-effective drilling fluids performance in the most demanding downhole environments

ShockForce Drilling Jar

Achieve industry-leading impact forces and extended stroke length at downhole pressures up to 30,000 psi with our hydraulic drilling jar.

Business Unit: Directional Drilling Technologies

We are the leading independent supplier of directional drilling tools and technologies to the industry.  

Drilling Fluid Processing System

Through our legacy Procon brand, we supply a comprehensive mud system that includes automated fluid routing, bulk storage, transfer, mud mixing, and additive processing.

Drilling and Chart Recorders

Our multipen mechanical drilling recorders and circular pressure chart recorders excel in accuracy, durability, reliability, and simplicity.

Drilling Expendables Databook

We manufacture a wide selection of fluid end expendables to ensure the best performance from your system. You can access our Drilling Expendables Databook here.

Land Drilling Rigs

Offering world-class power, precision, and design, our land drilling rig systems give you an edge in today’s most challenging drilling environments.

NOVOS Reflexive Drilling System

NOVOS is the industry’s only reflexive drilling system, automating repetitive drilling activities, benefiting contractors by allowing drillers to focus on consistent process execution and safety, and benefiting operators by optimizing drilling programs.

Drilling Power Sections

As the world’s largest supplier of drilling power sections, we have the most diverse portfolio of power section products in the industry.

Directional Drilling Packages

Efficient and reliable directional drilling with integrated, NOV-sourced products and technologies

More Decisive Downhole Drilling

Improved drilling time and reduced drill bit repair costs

DuraTester Drilling Motor Test Stand

The DuraTester motor dyno provides safe, efficient, and accurate verification of drilling motor performance prior to use downhole.

Vector Series 36 Drilling Motor

Vector Series 36 bearing pack technology offers high torque capacity as well as exceptional axial and radial support for demanding applications.

Dewatering Water-Based Drilling Fluids

BRANDT dewatering equipment removes almost all colloidal particles, producing nearly clear water by chemical treatment, a manifold system, and a centrifuge.

Drilling and Fishing Jar Tester

Our Downhole Jar Testers safely and efficiently test the operational condition of drilling and fishing jars.

BlackStream Measurement-While-Drilling Tool

Monitor wellbore quality and drilling dynamics through real-time data.

Drilling Drawworks and Hoisting Systems

With more than 100 years of experience, our line of premier drilling drawworks models ranges from a 700-hp drawworks for mobile land rigs to a 9,000-hp active-heave drawworks for floating rigs.

Marine and Drilling Equipment Repair

An OEM at work putting you back to work. We provide you with dedicated regional repair, recertification, and spare parts from our global service centers.

Marine and Drilling Equipment Upgrades

Whether you're looking to upgrade your drilling equipment, make your drill floor safer, or add smart technology to your crane, we provide upgrades and field engineering services for drilling rigs and offshore vessels.

Vector Series 50 Drilling Motor

The Vector Series 50 drilling motor provides strength and reliability with a short bit-to-bend, allowing superior directional performance and the ability to drill a curve and lateral in a single run.

NOV collaborates with drilling contractor to design one of the world's largest drilling rigs

From the time of its conception nearly a decade ago to its recent commissioning, experts from Doyon Drilling and NOV worked together to build one of the world’s largest and most innovative drilling rigs.

GriffithForce Double-Acting Hydraulic Drilling Jar

The GriffithForce double-acting hydraulic drilling jar offers dependable performance when jarring for extended periods.

Griffith Double-Acting Hydraulic/Mechanical Drilling Jar

Our double-acting hydraulic/mechanical drilling jar is a versatile jar for complex drilling applications that features a hydraulic upstroke and downstroke with a mechanical latch.

Vector Series 36i Drilling Motor Impulse Technology

Offering 100% flow to the bit, our Vector Series 36i drilling motor maximizes bit hydraulics and may be used in air drilling applications.

Drilling Control Systems and Rig Automation

Leading the industry in rig automation, our control systems seamlessly integrate drilling equipment, improve performance, and boost drilling efficiency.