Today, an improved jet pump design, combined with a number of other technical innovations has created a wide range of new and exciting jet pump applications. Several key performance parameters differentiate this jet pump process from conventional artificial lift systems. Most significantly – there are no downhole moving parts, it is not affected by hole angle, it won’t gas lock and it is able to l
ift sand. The equipment in its current configuration is very efficient as an artificial lift system – something that has always been a problem for conventional jet pump systems. This new pumping system has been successfully deployed in a variety of oil and gas wells in Western Canada for permanent pumping operations. The following is a listing of the well types which benefit from these performance advantages:
This process and equipment has now been adapted for use in an innovative cleanout / workover process where load fluids and sand can quickly and easily be vacuumed from a wellbore in an underbalanced condition. This new system is set up for rapid deployment, often able to perform 2 to 4 well cleanouts per day. Successfully operating in Canada, a successful US project has been completed and discussions are underway for expansion to Europe and the Middle East.
