MUD INSIGHTS

It's a Mud Management Problem, Not a Tool Problem! Our field data and lab analysis consistently support the understanding that many tool failures and drilling inefficiencies trace back to poor solids control—not faulty equipment. Here's what we know: Telemetry Disruption High drilled solids content interferes with mud pulse telemetry, reducing data quality. Pressure pulses are softened, signal attenuation is weakened, and reliable communication from downhole tools becomes compromised. Directional Control Issues Elevated solids can affect directional drilling performance, increasing the risk of unintentional wellbore deviation. This often leads to greater dogleg severity and a more tortuous hole profile. Particle Size Distribution (PSD) PSD trends reflect mud degradation over time. As particles are ground finer, their surface area increases, and they begin to act like an abrasive slurry, accelerating wear on tools and equipment. Quartz Content Quartz, with its Mohs hardness of 7, is one of the most abrasive solids commonly found in drilling fluids. When quartz exceeds 3–7% by weight, excessive tool wear and erosion follow. Our analyses repeatedly identify quartz as the primary culprit. Iron Filings and RSS Failures Iron content from casing wear or tool degradation accumulates in drilling fluids. XRF analysis helps track these levels over multiple wells. Elevated iron filings are a known contributor to rotary steerable system (RSS) failures. NPTLABS™ 4026 Trey Dr. Houston, TX 77084 hashtag#drillingsupervisor hashtag#drillingengineers hashtag#mudmatters hashtag#Mudengineers You mail the mud samples, and we manage the rest! www.NPTLABS.ai +1 713-320-5430 24hr@NPTLABS.ai

When drilling performance is on the line, real-time insights into your drilling fluids can be the difference between staying on schedule and losing time and money. NPTLABS™ equips your team with the lab-backed clarity needed to stay ahead of problems and ahead of budget. ⚙️ Our Analytical Capabilities Include: 📌 XRF & XRD Analysis – Pinpoint elemental and mineralogical content in both liquids and solids. Quantify quartz, iron filings, barite levels, and LGS content to better understand wear, erosion, and wellbore stability. 📌 PSA (Particle Size Analysis) – Optimize solids control and removal efficiency with precise particle distribution data. 📌 Rheology Testing – Full 8-speed rheological profile to understand flow behavior and fine-tune mud performance. 📌 Lubricity Index Inference – Integrate XRF, XRD, PSA, and rheology data to gauge how abrasive (or smooth) your mud is. 📌 Salinity, Alkalinity & ES Measurements – Uncover the true chemical makeup of your fluids. 📌 Pycnometer Testing – Accurate specific gravity readings to characterize barite and drilled solids. 🚀 Why it matters: ✅ Early detection of performance-impacting solids ✅ Faster identification of the root cause of NPT ✅ Smarter decision-making in the field ✅ Less downtime. Lower cost. Better wells. Don’t wait for a problem to become visible. Measure it. Quantify it. Fix it — fast. That’s what we do at NPTLABS™ 📞 Ready to take your mud performance to the next level? Let’s talk. #NPTLABS #DrillingFluids #SolidsControl #NPTReduction #MudTesting #OilandGas #DrillingEfficiency #XRF #XRD #Rheology #WellboreStability #OilfieldInnovation #drillingsupervisor #drillingengineers #mudmatters #Mudengineers NPTLABS™ 4026 Trey Dr. Houston, TX 77084 You mail the mud samples, and we manage the rest! www.NPTLABS.ai +1 713-320-5430 24hr@NPTLABS.ai

Introducing the Digital Oil Field Revolution NPTLabs™, in collaboration with ABsmart, is transforming the drilling fluid industry with our groundbreaking Digital Oil Field technology. This innovation has earned us patents in the US, Canada, UK, Norway, Germany, France, and India for our advanced methods in drilling fluid optimization and NPT reduction through real-time and near-real-time metric measurement. NPTLabs™: Leading the Way in Mud Check Technology At NPTLabs™, we're known for setting new standards in Mud Check. Our Mobile Laboratory and Full Static Lab services deliver precise particle size and fluid testing analysis, ensuring unparalleled efficiency and accuracy. ABsmart Inc.: Environmental and Efficiency Innovations ABsmart Inc. is at the forefront of environmental protection and efficiency in the well delivery process. From Dilution Economics to Safety standards, our smart devices and data collection technologies simplify tasks, streamline operations, and enhance user experiences. Learn More About Our Innovations Visit www.NPTLabs.ai and www.ABsmartUSA.com to discover how our patented processes are revolutionizing the drilling fluids industry. Elevate your operations with NPTLabs and ABsmart, where innovation meets excellence. Contact us: Bob Troy Colonel (Ret), USAF Chief Operating Officer/GM PHONE: 713.320.5430

NPTLabs™, a trailblazer in innovative mud technology analysis, proudly announces a strategic collaboration with Absmart Inc., a leading provider of cutting-edge smart devices and data solutions in digital fluids management. This collaboration aims to redefine solids control smart technology, bringing unprecedented advancements to the Oil and Gas industry. The alliance between NPTLabs™ and Absmart Inc. brings together NPTLabs™'s expertise in mud analysis and laboratory testing with Absmart Inc.'s proficiency in developing cutting-edge data technologies. Together, they aim to deliver groundbreaking products and services that enhance efficiency, productivity, and convenience across all drilling sectors. NPTLabs™ is renowned for pushing the boundaries of Mud Check in-loco. We provide services through Mobile Laboratory and Full static lab services for efficient particle size and fluid testing analysis. Conversely, Absmart Inc. pioneers technologies to protect the environment and identify efficiency gains in the well delivery process, from Dilution Economics to Safety standards. Absmart Inc. has carved a niche for itself with its range of smart devices and data collection designed to simplify tasks, streamline operations, and elevate user experiences. Drilling fluids play a crucial role in every aspect of the workflow, emphasizing the importance of mud measurement. NPTLabs™ and Absmart Inc. are at the forefront of revolutionizing this process with real-time flow rate and density data analysis, enhancing LGS mass rate in and out outcomes. Through this collaboration, NPTLabs™ and Absmart Inc. aim to leverage their strengths to create synergistic solutions that address evolving market needs and propel drilling industries into the future. "We are thrilled to join forces with Absmart Inc. in our shared mission to drive innovation," said Bob Troy, COO of NPTLabs™. "Together, we look forward to shaping the future of solids control solutions and delivering transformative experiences to our customers." Echoing this sentiment, Jason Norman, Technology Development Director of Absmart Inc., stated, "This collaboration represents a significant milestone for us as we continue our journey of delivering comprehensive solutions. By combining our expertise, we are poised to create impactful products and services that redefine the standards of excellence in the drilling industry." Absmart Inc.'s compositional material mass balance offers a groundbreaking approach to solving key challenges in the drilling industry that no other solution currently addresses. By employing mass balance techniques, Absmart Inc. revolutionizes the assessment of hole cleaning efficiency, solids removal system performance, dilution economics, and waste management in drilling operations. As NPTLabs™ and Absmart Inc. embark on this collaborative venture, they invite industry stakeholders, partners, and enthusiasts to stay tuned for exciting developments that promise to redefine the possibilities of smart technology. For more information about NPTLabs™ and Absmart Inc., please visit their respective websites at NPTLabs.ai and Absmartusa.com. About NPTLabs™: NPTLabs™ is a leading provider of state-of-the-art drilling fluid services measurement technology to the drilling industry. Additional data analytics drive value, including Particle Size Distribution, XRF & XRD Measurements, and Barite Composition analysis. NPTLabs™ specializes in delivering fast results for performance improvement, reducing downtime and relevant measurement of solids control during the drilling process. About Absmart Inc.: Absmart Inc. is a premier provider of smart devices and solutions through Digital Fluids Management (DFM). Real-time data is utilized to minimize drilling waste and practice good environmental stewardship. By providing real-time monitoring and analysis of drilling fluid properties and performance, Absmart Inc. helps operators optimize drilling parameters and minimize costly downtime. The proactive nature of Absmart’s solution allows for immediate adjustments to drilling operations, reducing the likelihood of inefficiencies and associated expenses. Contact: Bob Troy Colonel (Ret), USAF Chief Operating Officer/GM 713.320.5430 bob.troy@nptlabs.ai www.nptlabs.ai