(2023026) The Predictability and Versatility of High Pressure Gas Lift

Since its’ introduction to the unconventional oil and gas realm in 2017, Single Point High Pressure Gas Lift (referred to as HPGL going forward) has emerged as one of the top artificial lift choices for operators in the Permian and MIDCON basins. It has become a proven technology with over 1,600 applications to date as more operators are choosing it as their primary form of artificial lift for their unconventional assets. 

One of the primary advantages of HPGL is that its' performance is extremely predictable. Nodal analysis can be utilized to predict production performance and its cost are well defined given there are no mechanical downhole parts that can lead to unplanned, costly workover operations. Another primary advantage of HPGL is its versatility for handling various production regimes. The system is not constrained by tortuous wellbores or solids production, and it works exceptionally well across varying producing GLRs. 

This paper will review several case studies that highlight the predictability and versatility of HPGL across the MIDCON and Permian basins.