Application of positive-displacement pumps for energy savings in reservoir-pressure maintenance systems

Authors: R.B. Fattakhov, V.A. Konnov (TatNIPIneft, RF, Bugulma), N.G. Ibragimov, M.A. Abramov (Tatneft OAO, RF, Almetyevsk), R.R. Akhmetov, R.A. Gilyazov (Engineering Center of Tatneft OAO, RF, Almetyevsk)

Key words: positive-displacement pump, energy costs reduction, head and rate, pressure pulsation, vibration.

This paper presents basic solutions for energy saving in reservoir pressure maintenance systems. Capability of reducing energy costs associated with water injection has been demonstrated. This paper reports the results of managed operation of positive-displacement pumps (PDP) from various manufacturers. Possibility of PDP application in reservoir pressure maintenance systems has been confirmed.