Fink J.K. Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals and Fluids Technology

Elsevier Inc.; Gulf Professional Publishing, 2013. — 230 p.When classifying fracturing fluids and their additives, it is important that production, operation, and completion engineers understand which chemical should be utilized in different well environments. A user's guide to the many chemicals and chemical additives used in hydraulic fracturing operations, Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals and Fluids Technology provides an easy-to-use manual to create fluid formulations that will meet project-specific needs while protecting the environment and the life of the well. Fink creates a concise and comprehensive reference that enables the engineer to logically select and use the appropriate chemicals on any hydraulic fracturing job. The first book devoted entirely to hydraulic fracturing chemicals, Fink eliminates the guesswork so the engineer can select the best chemicals needed on the job while providing the best protection for the well, workers and environment.
Pinpoints the specific compounds used in any given fracturing operation. Provides a systematic approach to classifying fracturing fluid technology to meet specific project needs. Eliminates guesswork with easy-to-understand language on selection and components of hydraulic fracturing chemicals. Addresses environmental aspects of chemicals to safeguard employees and protect the environment.
This manuscript focuses on the recent developments in fracturing fluids with respect to chemical aspects. After a short introduction to the basic issues of fracturing, the text focuses mainly on the organic chemistry of fracturing fluids. The nature of the individual additives and the justification why the individual additives are acting in the desired way are explained. The material presented here is a compilation from the literature, including patents. In addition, as environmental aspects are gaining increasing importance, this issue is also dealt carefully.Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals and Fluids TechnologyGeneral Aspects
Fluid Types
Thickeners
Friction Reducers
Fluid Loss Additives
Emulsifiers
Demulsifiers
Clay Stabilization
pH Control Additives
Surfactants
Scale Inhibitors
Foaming Agents
Defoamers
Crosslinking Agents
Gel Stabilizers
Gel Breakers
Biocides
Proppants
Special Compositions
Environmental Aspects
Tradenames
Acronyms
Chemicals
General Index