Gilsonite
Gilsonite is the most cost-effective multifunctional additive for any type of mud. With its unique chemical properties and physical characteristics, Gilsonite is scientifically proven to improve wellbore stability, plug micro-fractures, and bond and seal all types of formations. Multifunctional Gilsonite lowers costs by allowing you to use fewer additives.
Gilsonite is the only additive that provides all these benefits
- Controls fluid loss and seepage.
- Stabilizes shales.
- Prevents lost circulation.
- Strengthens the wellbore.
- Minimizes differential sticking.
- Performs in oil- and water-based drilling muds.
- Performs in HP/HT environments.
- Passes deepwater EPA regulations.
Proven to strengthen the wellbore
HP/HT wells, shales and under pressured zones require specialized drilling fluids and wellbore-strengthening techniques. Adding Gilsonite uintaite to an OBM, SBM or WBM strengthens the well by:
- Reducing pore pressure transmission and sealing micro-fractures in shale and low-porosity sands
- Keeping interbedding formations intact
- Developing effective filter cake
- Providing a “smear effect” that creates a continuous protective sealant along the wellbore wall.
Packaging
Gilsonite is available in HDPE bags of 25 / 50 Kgs. Customized packaging is also available on request.