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AI-Driven Real-Time Detection and Monitoring of Static and Dynamic Instabilities of Developing Two-Phase Flows in Vertical Pipes

July 4, 2025September 2, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

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

July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

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

July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

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 […]

Deployment of a Closed-Loop Gas Lift Optimization Workflow from a Permian Basin Operator

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

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

June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

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 […]

Gas Lift Valve with Redundant Sealing Mechanisms Suitable for Harsh Environments

June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

Gas Lift Valve with Redundant Sealing Mechanisms Suitable for Harsh Environments by: Daniel Murski – Liberty Lift ABSTRACT The Eagle Ford, Bakken, and similar operational regions frequently present significant challenges for the effective and sustainable functioning of gas lift valves. Various factors can undermine the efficiency of these installations, ultimately diminishing both production levels and […]

Enhancing Elastomer Seal Performance in Tailplug Applications

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

Enhancing Elastomer Seal Performance in Tailplug Applications By: Brandon Dobbs – Forum Energy Technologies This presentation focuses on the validation and optimization of elastomer seals and the redesign of a conventional IPO gas lift valve tailplug, adhering to API 19G2 §6.5.3.3 standards. The scope includes identifying the root causes of O-ring extrusion under high-pressure and […]

Utilizing Dissolvable Barriers to Pilot Life of Well Gas Lift

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

Utilizing Dissolvable Barriers to Pilot Life of Well Gas Lift by: Craig Beanland – Oxy Summary: A successful pilot was performed using a dissolvable packer and dissolvable gas lift valve barriers to allow annular flowback prior to conventional 2-7/8” gas lift injection. This single install was an improvement over prior methods requiring a future tubing […]

Remote Operated Gas Lift Valves Trials and Lookback in the Permian Basin

June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

Remote Operated Gas Lift Valves Trials and Lookback in the Permian Basin By: Divino Kipungo – Chevron USA Katrina Robertson – Chevron USA Omar Visairo – Chevron USA Tom Basic – Chevron USA Koby Carlson – Chevron USA Kenny Hagar – Chevron USA Robert Rhoades – Chevron USA Lanre Olabinjo – – Chevron USA Abstract […]

The New Married to the Old: Surface Controlled Gas Lift Through a Side Pocket Mandrel

June 30, 2025June 30, 2025 by Steve Green Comments are closed

2025 ALRDC Gas Lift Workshop The New Married to the Old: Surface Controlled Gas Lift Through a Side Pocket Mandrel by Author: Joel Shaw – Silverwell Energy Abstract: The 2025 ALRDC Gas Lift Forum’s theme of “combining time-tested techniques with modern advancements to optimize performance and improve efficiency” could not be better exemplified than by […]