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This page discusses the specific artificial-lift technique known as beam pumping, or the sucker-rod lift method. Many books, technical articles, and industry standards have been published on the sucker-rod lift method and related technology.<ref name="r1">Zaba, J. 1943. Oil Well Pumping Methods: A Reference Manual for Production Men. Oil & Gas J. (July).</ref><ref name="r2">Zaba, J. 1962. Modern Oil Well Pumping. Tulsa, Oklahoma: Petroleum Publishing Co.</ref><ref name="r3">Donnelly, R.W. 1986. Oil and Gas Production: Beam Pumping. Dallas, Texas: PETEX, University of Texas.</ref><ref name="r4"> | This page discusses the specific artificial-lift technique known as beam pumping, or the sucker-rod lift method. Many books, technical articles, and industry standards have been published on the sucker-rod lift method and related technology.<ref name="r1">Zaba, J. 1943. Oil Well Pumping Methods: A Reference Manual for Production Men. Oil & Gas J. (July).</ref><ref name="r2">Zaba, J. 1962. Modern Oil Well Pumping. Tulsa, Oklahoma: Petroleum Publishing Co.</ref><ref name="r3">Donnelly, R.W. 1986. Oil and Gas Production: Beam Pumping. Dallas, Texas: PETEX, University of Texas.</ref><ref name="r4">Takács G., 1993. Modern sucker-rod pumping. PennWell Books, Tulsa Oklahoma, 230p. http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/27035195</ref><ref name="r5">Frick, T.C. 1962. Petroleum Production Handbook, Vol. 1 . Dallas, Texas: Society of Petroleum Engineers.</ref><ref name="r6">Bradley, H.B. 1987. Petroleum Engineering Handbook. Richardson, Texas: SPE.</ref><ref name="r7">Gipson, F.W. and Swaim, H.W. 1988. The Beam Pumping Design Chain. Paper presented at the 1988 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 23–25 April.</ref>Additionally, the other components of a sucker-rod pumping installation are discussed, including applicable engineering and operating information. The complete operating system should be understood and addressed to properly design, install, and operate this or any other type of [[Artificial_lift|artificial lift]] system. The Gipson and Swaim “Beam Pump Design Chain” is used as a foundation and built upon using relevant, published technology and the latest industry practices.<ref name="r5">Frick, T.C. 1962. Petroleum Production Handbook, Vol. 1 . Dallas, Texas: Society of Petroleum Engineers.</ref><ref name="r6">Bradley, H.B. 1987. Petroleum Engineering Handbook. Richardson, Texas: SPE.</ref><ref name="r7">Gipson, F.W. and Swaim, H.W. 1988. The Beam Pumping Design Chain. Paper presented at the 1988 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 23–25 April.</ref> | ||
== Beam-pumping systems == | == Beam-pumping systems == | ||
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Example calculations of the gas capacity of various casing/tubing annuli vs. different intake pressures have been presented in 'Hein.<ref name="r9">Hein Jr., N.W. 1996. Beam-Pumping Operations: Problem Solving and Technology Advancements. J Pet Technol 48 (4): 330-336. SPE-36163-MS. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/36163-MS</ref> This reference also discusses the types of downhole separators and emphasizes the need to run a natural gas anchor assembly whenever possible. <ref name="r9">Hein Jr., N.W. 1996. Beam-Pumping Operations: Problem Solving and Technology Advancements. J Pet Technol 48 (4): 330-336. SPE-36163-MS. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/36163-MS</ref> Detailed discussions on design of the different types of separators, the arrangement of components, and example calculations for sizing components are presented by Gipson and Swaim. <ref name="r7">Gipson, F.W. and Swaim, H.W. 1988. The Beam Pumping Design Chain. Paper presented at the 1988 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 23–25 April.</ref> Improved gas separators with decentralized intakes have been introduced. <ref name="r16">Podio, A.L. et al. 1995. Field and Laboratory Testing of a Decentralized Continuous Flow Gas Anchor. Presented at the 1995 Annual Technical Meeting of the Petroleum Soc. of CIM, 14–17 May.</ref><ref name="r17">McCoy, J.N. and Podio, A.L. 1998. Improved Downhole Gas Separators. Paper 11 presented at the 1998 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 7–8 April.</ref> This design aids in separation efficiency because it increases the local distance from the casing's inner diameter (ID) to the mud anchor, which results in an increased separation area. However, as with all specialty devices, the need to run this new design should be demonstrated by ensuring that the appropriate, standard systems have been properly installed and operated. | Example calculations of the gas capacity of various casing/tubing annuli vs. different intake pressures have been presented in 'Hein.<ref name="r9">Hein Jr., N.W. 1996. Beam-Pumping Operations: Problem Solving and Technology Advancements. J Pet Technol 48 (4): 330-336. SPE-36163-MS. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/36163-MS</ref> This reference also discusses the types of downhole separators and emphasizes the need to run a natural gas anchor assembly whenever possible. <ref name="r9">Hein Jr., N.W. 1996. Beam-Pumping Operations: Problem Solving and Technology Advancements. J Pet Technol 48 (4): 330-336. SPE-36163-MS. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/36163-MS</ref> Detailed discussions on design of the different types of separators, the arrangement of components, and example calculations for sizing components are presented by Gipson and Swaim. <ref name="r7">Gipson, F.W. and Swaim, H.W. 1988. The Beam Pumping Design Chain. Paper presented at the 1988 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 23–25 April.</ref> Improved gas separators with decentralized intakes have been introduced. <ref name="r16">Podio, A.L. et al. 1995. Field and Laboratory Testing of a Decentralized Continuous Flow Gas Anchor. Presented at the 1995 Annual Technical Meeting of the Petroleum Soc. of CIM, 14–17 May.</ref><ref name="r17">McCoy, J.N. and Podio, A.L. 1998. Improved Downhole Gas Separators. Paper 11 presented at the 1998 Southwestern Petroleum Short Course, Lubbock, Texas, 7–8 April.</ref> This design aids in separation efficiency because it increases the local distance from the casing's inner diameter (ID) to the mud anchor, which results in an increased separation area. However, as with all specialty devices, the need to run this new design should be demonstrated by ensuring that the appropriate, standard systems have been properly installed and operated. | ||
=== Fishing === | === Fishing === | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
Downhole Diagnostic. "Sucker Rod Pumping Wells: Design, Operation, & Optimization." Scribd. http://www.scribd.com/doc/238486620/Sucker-Rod-Pumping-Wells-Design-Operation-Optimization. | Downhole Diagnostic. "Sucker Rod Pumping Wells: Design, Operation, & Optimization." Scribd. [http://www.scribd.com/doc/238486620/Sucker-Rod-Pumping-Wells-Design-Operation-Optimization http://www.scribd.com/doc/238486620/Sucker-Rod-Pumping-Wells-Design-Operation-Optimization]. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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== Category == | == Category == | ||
[[Category:3.1.1 Beam and related pumping techniques]] [[Category:YR]] | [[Category:Pages with broken file links]] [[Category:3.1.1 Beam and related pumping techniques]] [[Category:YR]] | ||
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