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    This document summarizes gas well de-watering techniques using electric submersible pumps (ESPs). It describes three techniques: 1) a recirculation system to maximize drawdown and minimize gas interference, 2) a shrouded ESP system for low flow scenarios, and 3) an inverted injection ESP system to pump water into a lower disposal zone. Case studies demonstrate increased production rates and favorable economics for each technique. The document concludes that ESPs provide a viable option for high volume/head gas well de-watering and that project payback periods can be quite short.

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    This document summarizes gas well de-watering techniques using electric submersible pumps (ESPs). It describes three techniques: 1) a recirculation system to maximize drawdown and minimize gas interference, 2) a shrouded ESP system for low flow scenarios, and 3) an inverted injection ESP system to pump water into a lower disposal zone. Case studies demonstrate increased production rates and favorable economics for each technique. The document concludes that ESPs provide a viable option for high volume/head gas well de-watering and that project payback periods can be quite short.

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    This document summarizes gas well de-watering techniques using electric submersible pumps (ESPs). It describes three techniques: 1) a recirculation system to maximize drawdown and minimize gas interference, 2) a shrouded ESP system for low flow scenarios, and 3) an inverted injection ESP system to pump water into a lower disposal zone. Case studies demonstrate increased production rates and favorable economics for each technique. The document concludes that ESPs provide a viable option for high volume/head gas well de-watering and that project payback periods can be quite short.

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    This document summarizes gas well de-watering techniques using electric submersible pumps (ESPs). It describes three techniques: 1) a recirculation system to maximize drawdown and minimize gas interference, 2) a shrouded ESP system for low flow scenarios, and 3) an inverted injection ESP system to pump water into a lower disposal zone. Case studies demonstrate increased production rates and favorable economics for each technique. The document concludes that ESPs provide a viable option for high volume/head gas well de-watering and that project payback periods can be quite short.

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    The document discusses different techniques for using electric submersible pumps (ESPs) for gas well de-watering including recirculation systems, shrouded ESP systems, and inverted injection ESP systems. It also provides case histories and conclusions about factors for success and project economics.

    The different techniques discussed are recirculation systems, shrouded ESP systems, and inverted injection ESP systems.

    Some factors that contribute to success include sumping the ESP below perforations and annular gas/liquid separation.

    Gas Well De-Watering Techniques

    Using Electric Submersible Pumps


    J.W. Knight & B.L. Wilson
    Baker Hughes Centrilift
    Gas Well De-Watering Workshop, Denver, CO, USA
    March 3-5, 2003

    Presentation Outline

    Introduction

    Description of Technique

    Case History

    Conclusions

    Introduction

    ESPs well suited for

    high volume / low head apps (i.e., water wells,


    mine de-watering, surface liquid transfer)
    low volume / high head apps (i.e., typical deep
    onshore U.S. oil wells)
    high volume / high head apps (i.e., deep or
    extended reach offshore wells)
    minimizing FBHPs (thus maximizing well inflow)

    Gas Well De-watering can involve

    producing large quantities of water from significant


    depths (i.e., high volume / high head app)
    potentially large volumes of gas which must be
    handled; thus annular separation usually key to
    success
    setting the ESP system below perforations (sumping) in
    order to take advantage of annular gas/liquid separation
    the need to significantly reduce FBHP

    Technique #1
    Recirculation System
    maximize well drawdown
    minimize gas interference
    improve motor cooling in low volume wells
    provide an alternative to slim-line equipment
    patent protected technology

    Original Style Recirculation Tube

    Midland Style Recirculation Tube

    Argentine Style Recirculation Tube

    Recirc Pump Head / Tube / Cap

    Recirc Tube and Protective Clamp

    Case History #1

    Well Data Summary


    Static pressure, psi
    Producing GOR, scf/stb
    Water cut, %
    Bottomhole temp, F
    Oil gravity, API
    Water gravity
    Gas gravity
    Casing size & weight
    Tubing size
    Perforated interval, ft TVD
    Well depth, ft TVD

    1,200
    6100
    93
    156
    43
    1.03
    0.63
    7-in., 23 lb.
    3.5-in.
    7,528 7,767
    8,262

    ESP Unit Comparison


    Unit

    Pump

    Recirc pump

    Seal

    Motor

    Pre-recirc

    163 stg,
    513-series,
    4100 BFPD

    N/A

    400-series

    450-series,
    350 hp
    (re-rate), with
    5.5 shroud

    Recirc

    207 stg,
    513-series,
    6100 BFPD

    9 stg,
    513-series,
    10000 BFPD w/
    64 ft recirc tube

    513-series

    562-series,
    570 hp

    Pre and Post-recirc Production

    7
    6

    Gas Prod., MMcfd

    Oil Prod., BPD x 100

    Water Prod., BPD x 1000

    Pre-recirc
    Recirc

    2
    1
    0

    Gas

    Oil

    Water

    Note: estimated monthly oil & gas revenue increase = US


    based on $18/bbl oil price and $2/Mcf gas price

    $200K

    Technique #2
    Shrouded ESP System
    not a new concept
    common arrangement when sumping unit
    also used above perfs in low flow scenarios
    relatively simple system w/ minimal hardware
    drawback limits motor OD per given casing size

    Case History #2

    General field/reservoir/fluid data


    Formation Name
    Rock Type
    Subsea Depth
    Porosity
    Permeability
    Reservoir Pressure
    Reservoir Temperature
    Oil Gravity
    Gas Gravity
    Water Cut

    Upper Pennsylvanian
    Dolomite
    -3500 SS to -4100 SS
    4% to 30%
    2 md to 2000 md
    900 psi to 1200 psi
    140 F
    40 API
    0.65
    80% to 98%

    Hydraulic requirement

    +/- 10000 BFPD

    6938 ft. TDH

    Delta pressure across pump = 3035 psi

    7-in. versus 9.625-in. casing?

    Shrouded ESP system configuration

    74 stage 3X tandem HC12500, ARC trim

    513 seal double bag seal w/ HS shaft

    836 hp 562 series motor w/ HS shaft

    7-5/8 motor shroud

    Instrumentation

    Results for two Big-Holes

    Gas rates 2.5X higher than previous best 7 wells

    Initial BWPD > 11,000

    Economic Comparison 7 in. vs 9-5/8 in.


    Parameter
    CAPEX
    Monthly OPEX
    Avg Gas Rate
    Avg Oil Rate
    Avg Water Rate
    AFIT ROR
    AFIT NPV/I @ 10%
    Capital/BOE

    7 in. casing
    $1,500,000
    $20,000
    3500 MCFPD
    200 BOPD
    3000 BWPD
    >100%
    1.45
    $3.41/BOE

    9-5/8 in. casing


    $2,000,000
    $35,000
    5300 MCFPD
    350 BOPD
    5000 BWPD
    >100%
    1.81
    $2.90/BOE

    Technique #3
    Inverted Injection ESP
    electric submersible pump system for de-watering
    gas wells
    inverted system to pump water through a packer
    into a lower disposal zone
    eliminate surface water disposal costs
    VSD required (normally)
    Centrilift system known as GasProTM

    Case History #3

    Economic Overview

    Gas well economics at unprecedented levels


    Gas price Mean predicted at $3.50 USD/MMSCF (Spear
    & Associates)
    1 MMSCF/day of incremental Production
    Incremental revenues $3,500 USD/d ($105,000 USD/month)
    ESP Cost estimated at $105,000 USD
    Work over/completion cost estimated or $105,000 USD
    Pay out estimated at 2 months
    Assumption is that 6 month pay out is the economic
    threshold for project approval
    ESPs now a cost effective de-watering method

    GasProTM System Configuration

    115 stage 450-series RA7 pump (700 BPD)

    400-series expansion chamber

    400-series thrust chamber

    77 horsepower 450-series motor

    Flow meter, check valve, on/off tool above packer

    Before GasProTM
    Stranded asset
    No production
    No revenue
    Well liquid loaded
    Casing not tied in

    After GasProTM
    Bookable reserves
    3.85 MMcf/day gas
    $11,809 USD per day (@ US $3.07/Mcf)
    Well unloaded
    Casing tied into gathering system

    Conclusions
    1. Electrical submersible pumps provide a viable gas well
    de-watering option, particularly at high Q/H requirements
    2. All three techniques described have been successful
    for gas well de-watering
    3. Sumping the ESP below perforations is oftentimes a key
    factor for success
    4. Project economics can be quite favorable

    References
    1. SPE 75711 (for recirculation system case history)
    2. SPE 77733 (for shrouded system case history),
    3. SPE 37451 (for more info on recirculation system)
    4. For more info on inverted ESP injection for gas
    well de-watering, see Hadaway and Oelke paper
    from 1996 ESP Workshop, Houston, TX, May 1-3
    5. Recirculation Pump For Electrical Submersible
    Pump System, U.S. Patent No. 5,845,709 (1998),
    Mack, J.J. and Wilson, B.L.

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