Polymers are used throughout the oil and gas industry to
modify fluid properties and enhance operational efficiency.
However improper use of these polymers can lead to formation
of large, insoluble aggregates which can accumulate in the
pores and fractures of the reservoir rock, causing
formation damage
and reducing the permeability of the formation, which
ultimately hinders oil and gas flow.
PolyShred is engineered to disperse and
degrade polymer deposits within the formation. It is
suitable for applications where excessive polymer treatment
has resulted in formation blockages and subsequent
production declines. Field observations have identified
substantial polymer buildup obstructing plug screens,
downhole pumps, and surface separators, primarily due to
improper application of friction reducers (FRs) during
fracturing and stimulation operations. Additionally,
production wells employing polymer-based water flooding
techniques for enhanced recovery have experienced complete
production shutdowns. This condition can be effectively
remediated using this treatment.