Application
AQUA-FLEX is ideal for unconventional wells where low shale permeability and low-to-no formaon reactivity can be addressed with simple, fit-for-purpose additives. Core components include a selection among a family of lubricants, such as BRINEX, to lower torque and drag. WALLPLEX, an optional wall cake additive, enhances lubricity and lowers fluid loss when required. AES FLOC 4003 complements solids control equipment to improve removal of drill solids, effectively lowering environmental impact through water usage reduction and haul-off. A corrosion inhibition package migates corrosion rates and extends drill pipe life. Maximum ROP relies upon high spurt loss and hole cleaning through turbulence to transport cungs. Because opmal performance relies on maintaining a solids-free fluid, AQUA-FLEX density is limited to the sourced base brine – often ~10.0 lb/gal. For densities above 10.0 lbm/gal that require specialty brines, consider using EnerCLEAR. If necessary, AQUA-FLEX is convertible to a conventional water-based fluid.
Performance
AQUA-FLEX maximizes ROP through efficient drill cuttings transport via turbulent flow, high spurt-loss to clear cuttings from near bit, and minimal torque & drag through proper lubricant selection and application.
Flexible Features
WALLPLEX, a single-sack wall cake additie and fluid loss reducer, can be deployed to address acute risk of wellbore instability.
Field-Proven
AQUA-FLEX components are designed to perform across a wide variety of brine sources, from freshwater to sodium chloride to select produced brines.
Before (left) and after (right) a solids-laden field brine is treated with AES FLOC 4003
