August 2012
Features

Intelligent well completions strategy increases thermal recovery in SAGD wells

Intelligent well technology and interval control valves were used to improve steam injection and production conformance in a thermal-enhanced oil recovery system in a northern Alberta SAGD well pair. A combination of zonal isolation, selective steam injection and monitoring can add substantial value to field developments, increasing energy efficiency and oil recovery.


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