Product Sheet Water-Based Sand Consolidation System
Consolidated sand formed by combining water-based sand consolidation fluids and unconsolidated sand.
Sand Consolidation Fluids
Prevent screen and completion damage
Conglomeration
Strengthens the attraction between particles without damaging formation permeability.
Consolidation
Chemically binds the grains of sand that make up the formation matrix while ensuring sufficient permeability to achieve viable production rates.
SandAid sand conglomeration technology
SandAid technology is a patented chemical solution that significantly improves sand management and enhances production. The chemical process increases the attraction between particles without imposing damage by trapping formation sand and fines to maximize sand-free flow rates and increase production.
Nanoglue low-viscosity sand consolidation bond
Nanoglue bond prevents the migration of loose sands and fines from a formation into a wellbore. Unlike traditional sand consolidation treatments, which can greatly reduce the original permeability of the formation, Nanoglue bond is characterized by low viscosity that decreases downhole friction, enabling faster injection rates.
| SandAid Technology | Nanoglue Bond | |
| Materials | Polyamide | Hybrid materials |
| Bond mechanism | Conglomeration | Consolidation |
| Temperature range | 40–350 degF [5–177 degC] | 113–194 degF [45–90 degC] |
| Unconfined compressive strength | Not applicable | 4,500 psi |
| Interval length | <200 ft | <20 ft |
| Permeability range | 1–10,000 mD | 200–12,000 mD |
| Regained permeability | 75% | Approximately 50% |
| Curing and shut-in time | 6 hours | 2.5–5 days at 131 degF [55 degC] |
| Working time | Not applicable | Varies based on activator type, concentration, and temperature; 1–8 hours |
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