New Low-Cost Simple Method to Collect Gas Lift Compressor Data using Scada, with Three Real Life Benefit Cases Traditional SCADA ▪ Stand-alone systems owned by operators ▪ Field technicians operated and maintained systems ▪ Transition to Internet SCADA ▪ Broadband and satellite communications growth ▪ Equipment now in reach of Internet-based comms ▪ Allows reliable […]
AI-Driven Real-Time Detection and Monitoring of Static and Dynamic Instabilities of Developing Two-Phase Flows in Vertical Pipes by: Shahriyar G. Holagh Wael H. Ahmed Understanding and controlling two-phase flow development in vertical pipes is crucial for optimizing the performance of gas-lift systems. Flow instabilities are not just operational challenges—they directly impact production efficiency, pressure stability, […]
HPGL Upper Completion Design Strategy by: Ehab Abo Deeb – BPX Energy Kevin McNeilly – BPX Energy Austin Wheeler – BPX Energy This paper explores the High Pressure Gas Lift Upper Completion Design Strategy, focusing on optimizing gas lift design for a life-of-well approach that ensures optimal economics. Various design options are assessed to balance […]
Existing Technique Applied in a Renewed Way: Perfpods for Sealing Leaking Gas Lift Valves or Holes In Tubing by: Tom Basic – Chevron Omar Visairo – Chevron Abstract Gas lift valve failures in annular and tubing flow gas lift wells can lead to inefficient gas injection, gas recirculation, and production losses. These failures disrupt the […]
Gas Lift Valve with Redundant Sealing Mechanisms Suitable for Harsh Environments by: Daniel Murski – Liberty Lift Presentation describes a new gas lift valve featuring robust and redundant sealing mechanisms, designed to address significant challenges in harsh operational regions like the Eagle Ford and Bakken. Traditional Injection Pressure Operated (IPO) valves frequently face issues such […]
Utilizing Dissolvable Barriers to Pilot Life of Well Gas Lift by: Craig Beanland – Occidental Petroleum Matt Pomroy – Shale Oil Tools Slavoljub Stojanovic – Occidental Petroleum John Daniels – Shale Oil Tools Brian Kennedy – Shale Oil Tools The presentation details a successful pilot program utilizing dissolvable packer and dissolvable gas lift valve barriers […]
Deployment of a Closed-Loop Gas Lift Optimization Workflow from a Permian Basin Operator by Authors: Yuanbo Lin – Chevron USA Patrick Frain – Chevron USA Abstract Gas lift optimization is a crucial method for accelerating production for many operators with unconventional fields. In the Permian Basin, Chevron manages a significant number of gas-lifted wells and […]
Deployment of a Closed-Loop Gas Lift Optimization Workflow from a Permian Basin Operator by Authors: Yuanbo Lin – Chevron USA Patrick Frain – Chevron USA Abstract Gas lift optimization is a crucial method for accelerating production for many operators with unconventional fields. In the Permian Basin, Chevron manages a significant number of gas-lifted wells and […]
Revolutionizing Gas Lift Valve Change-Outs: Single-Run Efficiency with the Dual Advanced Kick-Over Tool by: Francisco Galvan – Weatherford Abstract A Gas Lift Valve (GLV) is a key component in artificial lift systems used to boost production from wells lacking sufficient natural pressure. Installed along the tubing string, GLVs enable the injection of high-pressure gas into […]
Revolutionizing Gas Lift Valve Change-Outs: Single-Run Efficiency with the Dual Advanced Kick-Over Tool by: Francisco Galvan – Weatherford Abstract A Gas Lift Valve (GLV) is a key component in artificial lift systems used to boost production from wells lacking sufficient natural pressure. Installed along the tubing string, GLVs enable the injection of high-pressure gas into […]