Enhancing Well Production Through Artificial Lift and Other Solutions

1. Enhancing Well Production Through Artificial Lift and Other Solutions

2. The vast majority of oil and gas wells in the world require artificial lifting solutions. There are many options available, but some are particularly effective at enhancing well production no matter the conditions.

3. Electric Submersible Pumps (ESP) An ESP system improves production in a large variety of situations. It is applicable in high-temperature pumping systems, cool-water wells, gas well dewatering systems, and high-pressure conditions, to name just a few. It is also excellent for its simple installation and its capability to meet temperature and viscosity demands. Finally, its increased run life and the lower lifecycle expenses will help you maximize profits.

4. Progressive Cavity Pumps A progressive cavity pump, or PCP, is a positive displacement pump that has a fixed stator containing a spinning helical rotor. It functions by moving fluid from the bottom of the pump to the discharge at the top by passing the fluid through small cavities. Thanks to proprietary elastomers that line the stator, the PCP has increased bond and tear strength and is resistant to abrasives, gas, and water.

5. Gas Lift Systems With gas lift systems, you gain greater versatility without sacrificing production. For instance, you can pull and replace slickline gas-lift valves whenever designs and system performance requires a change, all without disturbing tubing.

6. Furthermore, gas lift systems are now able to cope with more environments. For example, they can manage abrasive materials like sand and work in low-productivity wells, high ratio gas or oil wells, and deviated wellbores. The system is also able to function under higher pressure without jeopardizing performance. New systems in particular have higher pressure ratings and pressure barrier features to use in deepwater and subsea wells.

7. Horizontal Surface Pumps Another flexible option is a horizontal surface pump. These systems are an alternative to conventional industrial pumps. Their wear resistance and capability to cope in harsh conditions, which is thanks to abrasion-resistant zirconium, can provide you with significant cost savings. Better still, they require no daily maintenance and you can exchange major components in just two or three hours — compared to days or even weeks for a split case pump.

8. Sucker Rods Advanced sucker rod pumping technologies allow for improved performance and reduced expenses. They also enable increased automation, to cut down workload while enhancing production.

9. To choose the right system for you, consider your needs and current challenges. Bear in mind that you can customize most of the above solutions to better suit your oil or gas wells.