Paraffin

Effective Paraffin Prevention in the Delaware Basin with Enercat Tubing Tools

• Basin:

Delaware Basin

• Location:

Texas and New Mexico, USA

• Client:

Traditional cyclic steam stimulation methods face significant operational limitations, including restricted heating radii and low oil recovery rates. These limitations are often exacerbated by high interfacial tension, which traps immobile oil within reservoirs, greatly restricting cumulative oil production. Synergetic's Enercat™ technology directly addresses these challenges by effectively reducing interfacial tension, thereby significantly enhancing oil mobility and boosting overall recovery efficiency.

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Core Issue

Problem

Severe paraffin deposition led to frequent equipment failures, premature well pulls, substantial downtime, and increased operational complexities. Conventional chemical and hot water treatments offered minimal relief, incurring high operational costs without effectively mitigating paraffin buildup.

Solution & Results

Synergetic Technology Group installed Enercat Tubing Tools in two critically affected wells for a 130-day evaluation. These tools reduce paraffin crystallization by lowering Wax Appearance Temperature (WAT) and Pour Point through weakening intermolecular London Dispersion forces, significantly enhancing fluid flow and reducing buildup. The Enercat Tubing Tools demonstrated exceptional effectiveness:

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100% cost savings

achieved by eliminating traditional chemical treatments.

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Minimal paraffin accumulation

with little to none after 30 days and only minor deposits after 130 days.

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Zero downtime and clear flowlines

maintaining continuous production and showcasing strong operational improvements.

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VISUAL SHIFT

Before & After Images

The images offer a visual comparison of conditions before and after installation, clearly illustrating the impact of our technology. These snapshots highlight key changes in reservoir behavior, fluid mobility, and overall performance enhancements.

Quantified results

Supporting Data

The following data provides quantitative validation of the results achieved. Metrics are drawn from field measurements and performance tracking, offering clear evidence of improved efficiency, recovery, and operational effectiveness.

Impact & outlook

Conclusion

Synergetic’s Enercat™ technology substantially enhances cyclic steam stimulation performance. By significantly reducing interfacial tension and expanding the drainage radius, it offers transformative operational advantages and economic benefits, positioning itself as a critical solution for the future of heavy oil recovery operations.