Principles of squeeze cementing

Conference · Thu Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1984 · Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6785634

Goodwin, K J

Squeeze cementing is, by historical definition, the application of differential pressure across a cement slurry to accomplish the process of cement dehydration. The primary purpose of the dehydration is to create immobility of the cement slurry until some compressive strength can be developed. Current cementing technology and additives have improved the process sufficiently that the term ''squeeze'' may no longer be applicable. It is felt that ''Remedial Cement Placement'' may be more appropriate, and may more accurately define the process. The success of a remedial cementing operation depends on a finite definition of the existing problem and the results expected from the operation. If the purpose of the squeeze is not definable, a squeeze job may not be necessary. Significant completion dollars are wasted annually on unnecessary squeezes, poorly designed squeeze slurries, and/or improper slurry placement.

• Research Organization: The Western Co. of North America
• OSTI ID: 6785634
• Report Number(s): CONF-840388-
• Journal Information: Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States), Vol. SPE12603; Conference: Permian Basin oil and gas recovery conference, Midland, TX, USA, 8 Mar 1984
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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MIXTURES
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