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Experience with pumpoff control in the Permian Basin

Journal Article · · J. Pet. Technol.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/14345-PA· OSTI ID:6976570
Shell Western EandP Inc. has installed pumpoff control on more than 2,500 sucker-rod pumping wells in the Permian Basin during the last 12 years. These systems fall into three basic categories: stand-alone analog devices, stand-alone microprocessor units with optional communication capabilities to a central computer, and a centralized system where well data are communicated to a central computer for pumpoff decisions. Evaluation has shown that production can be maintained or slightly increased while energy consumption and maintenance expense are substantially reduced. The pumpoff controllers also provide well data that are beneficial in maintaining good surveillance.
Research Organization:
Shell Western E and P Inc. (US)
OSTI ID:
6976570
Journal Information:
J. Pet. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 40:5; ISSN JPTJA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English