Sand production from weak reservoirs is a persistent challenge in the oil and gas industry. When sand becomes entrained in crude oil, it often settles at the bottom of the pipeline, forming stationary beds that lead to serious operational issues—ranging from reduced production rates and excessive pressure drops to equipment failure, erosion, and corrosion. Our Sand Transportation Facility is purpose-built to help operators and researchers address these risks. Through rigorous testing, we analyze the movement of sand in multiphase flow systems and determine the minimum sand transportation velocity required to ensure continuous flow in horizontal and inclined pipelines.
Compare Surface Effects and Tailor Solutions to Your Pipeline Conditions
This brochure dives into the methodologies we use to estimate critical flow velocities specific to your pipeline dimensions and sand properties. It also highlights comparative studies conducted on smooth versus corrugated pipe surfaces, enabling a better understanding of surface influence on sand transport efficiency. Whether you're designing a new pipeline system or troubleshooting existing flow assurance issues, our testing framework delivers actionable insights to reduce downtime and maximize operational performance. Download the brochure now to learn how you can enhance pipeline reliability and sand control strategies with data-backed experimentation.
