Saul L. Tovar, Oxy Permian, Larry Smith, Dyna Pump
The Dynapump is a means of artificial lift that has been gaining recognition in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico over the past two years. The Dynapump is a hydraulic, ultra long stroke pumping unit that has heavy lift capabilities. The use of solid-state electronics and computerization lower energy costs while giving new flexibility to the artificial lift process. The pumping cycle is optimized through consistent feedback of surface and down hole conditions. The DynaPump's capability to independently adjust the speed of the up and down strokes and change stroke lengths during changing operating conditions result in well optimization while reducing surface and down hole maintenance. The result of the DynaPump design and pumping concept results in an overall reduction in artificial lift costs.