Paraffin

Paraffin Mitigation and Operational Cost Reduction in Upton County Using Enercat Tubing Tools

• Basin:

South Midland Basin

• Location:

Bloxom Field, Upton County, Texas, USA

• Client:

Diamondback Energy

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 consistently caused operational disruptions, increased downtime by 1-2 days per incident, and significantly raised operational expenses. The ineffectiveness of conventional treatments further compounded the issues, resulting in substantial production losses.

Solution & Results

Diamondback Energy implemented a trial (Test 2.0) using Synergetic’s Enercat Tubing Tools, which employ passive resonance filtering technology. These tools enhance fluid properties, prevent paraffin crystallization, and eliminate colloidal solid coagulation, thus addressing paraffin challenges effectively.

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100% elimination

of paraffin treatments during the test period, with little to no buildup over three months.

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Break-even achieved within 1.5 years

outperforming ongoing costs of conventional treatments.

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Long-term savings realized

with no recurring costs post-installation, unlike rising expenses from chemical methods.

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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.