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Consolidation of subterranean formations

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OSTI ID:5650507
In a method for consolidating an incompetent earth formation surrounding a well, a liquid resin-forming material is injected into the well. An inert gas is then injected into the well at a pressure sufficient to force the resin-forming material from the well into the formation. Thereafter, inert gas is passed through the formation to displace the excess of the resin-forming material from the portion of the formation to be consolidated prior to the material undergoing substantial hardening. (14 claims)
Assignee:
Union Oil Co. California
Patent Number(s):
US 3416603
OSTI ID:
5650507
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English