Paper: Mini Massive Frac For High, Sustained Production Gains

The Mini Massive Frac is a technique designed for stimulating low porosity, low permeability formations. It allows for placing high concentrations of sand in the hydraulically induced fracture by limiting fluid loss. The technique also utilizes crosslinked polysaccharide derivative fracturing fluids to provide a uniform distribution of proppant. Since its' introduction to the Permian Basin, the Mini Massive Frac has been used to treat more than 150 wells, with considerable success. This paper describes the design characteristics of the Mini Massive Frac technique. Emphasis will be given to field case histories showing sustained production increases typical of these treatments. Also discussed is the use of 100 mesh sand for leakoff control, and high viscosity fluids for greater sand carrying capabilities.