FloWell is a non-toxic, non-flammable aqueous solution designed to dissolve paraffin and asphaltene deposits by breaking down the long-chain molecular structures that cause wax precipitation. Once treated, these deposits return to liquid phase and stay in solution all the way to the refinery, even through temperature fluctuations. This results in reduced viscosity, improved flow, and fewer blockages.
FloWell can be applied in various production systems including gas-lift, rod pump, screw pump, and free-flowing wells. The key to effective application is turbulence, which ensures FloWell is well-distributed within the oil stream. In free-flowing wells, it’s recommended to inject before the choke point, using the natural turbulence to rapidly mix the solution with the crude oil and prevent precipitation.
Turbulence is essential for FloWell’s effectiveness. It ensures maximum contact between the solution and wax deposits, especially in bends or diameter changes in the pipeline. The solution works best when injected at high-flow velocity zones. Adhering to the recommended dosage prevents rapid wax release that could cause downstream blockages.
FloWell significantly reduces oil viscosity, even in colder temperatures, by preventing and reversing paraffin and asphaltene build-up. It improves flow rates, increases pipeline diameter over time, and lowers energy and pressure demands. Unlike other chemical treatments, FloWell also passivates pipe walls to make them less receptive to future deposits.
Precise dosing is essential to avoid dislodging too much wax too quickly, which can cause flow restrictions or blockages. FloWell engineers tailor the recommended dose for each application to ensure a safe and steady release of deposits and long-term performance improvement.
On longer pipelines, FloWell works gradually, with measurable improvements accumulating over time. Even minimal hourly reductions in wax thickness can lead to significant flow and production gains. Continuous dosing ensures that pipelines remain clean and free-flowing without requiring mechanical cleaning or shutdowns.
FloWell also simplifies the decommissioning of oil assets such as pipelines and FPSOs. By circulating FloWell through the system, it dissolves residual hydrocarbons and releases sediment, making the process faster, safer, and more cost-effective.