How to Use the Equipment Library for Custom Rod Grades
Add custom rod grades, tubing specs, and pumping units to your equipment library and share them across your organization.
PetroBench Team / Jan 21, 2026
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How to Model Changing Well Conditions Over Time
Track production changes over time with simulation versions. Compare before and after, adjust fluid properties, and document every decision.
PetroBench Team / Jan 17, 2026
How to Interpret Side Load Results in Deviated Wells
Learn to read side load charts, identify high-force zones, and place rod guides effectively using PetroBench simulation results.
PetroBench Team / Jan 14, 2026
How to Export Simulation Results to PDF
Export a branded PDF report from any RodSim simulation, complete with calculated results, rod string data, dynamometer cards, and 3D wellbore visuals.
PetroBench Team / Jan 9, 2026
How to Compare Two Rod String Designs Side by Side
Learn how to use PetroBench's comparison feature to evaluate rod string designs side by side and make confident engineering decisions.
PetroBench Team / Jan 6, 2026
How to Model a Tapered Rod String
Configure a tapered rod string on the RodSim Rod Data tab: taper rows, catalog grades, lengths against pump depth, guides, and side by side comparison.
PetroBench Team / Dec 30, 2025
How to Import Directional Surveys into PetroBench
Import directional surveys into PetroBench for accurate rod lift simulations. Supports Excel, CSV, RodStar, and S-Rod formats with automatic calculations.
PetroBench Team / Dec 20, 2025
How to Import S-Rod Files into PetroBench
Migrate your S-Rod simulation files to PetroBench with intelligent import that preserves engineering data and applies smart defaults.
PetroBench Team / Dec 18, 2025
How to Import RodStar Files into PetroBench
Import RodStar .rsdx and .rsvx files into PetroBench with full simulation data: rod strings, pumping units, and directional surveys intact.
PetroBench Team / Dec 16, 2025
How to Read the Simulation Results Summary Screen
Learn how to interpret every section of the PetroBench results screen - from dynamometer cards and rod stress profiles to production estimates.
PetroBench Team / Dec 12, 2025
How to Enter Your First Deviation Survey Manually
Learn how to manually enter measured depth, inclination, and azimuth data in PetroBench when you don't have a digital survey file to import.
PetroBench Team / Dec 9, 2025
How to Set Up a New Well in PetroBench
A step-by-step guide for production engineers setting up their first well in PetroBench - from deviation survey to running your first simulation.
PetroBench Team / Dec 5, 2025
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