What is partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (PHPA)?

Partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (PHPA) is a widely used polymer in the oil and gas industry due to its lesser cost and good water solubility. PHPA is used as a functional additive in water-based drilling fluids. The PHPA mud system stabilizes shale formations and influences cuttings and wellbore stability.

Can modified polyacrylamide be used in drilling technology?

Recent advances of modified polyacrylamide in drilling technology. J. Pet. Sci. Eng. 215, 110566 (2022). Hripko, R., Vajihinejad, V., LopesMotta, F. & Soares, J. B. P. Enhanced flocculation of oil sands mature fine tailings using hydrophobically modified polyacrylamide copolymers. Glob. Chall. 2, 1700135 (2018).

What is hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (HPAM)?

Hydrolyzed polyacrylamide (HPAM), a derivative resulting from the hydrolysis of PAM, demonstrates significant thickening capabilities in freshwater and at relatively lower temperatures (<75 °C) due to strong intra- and inter-chain electrostatic repulsion of carboxylate groups 14.

How is partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide wastewater treated?

Yongrui, Pi., Zheng, Z., Bao, M., Li, Y., Zhou, Y., & Sang, G. (2015). Treatment of partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide wastewater by combined fenton oxidation and anaerobic biological processes.

Can polyacrylamide improve hydrocarbon production efficiency?

npj Materials Sustainability 2, Article number: 15 (2024) Cite this article Polyacrylamide (PAM) and its derivatives play a pivotal role in various facets of hydrocarbon development. Proper application and treatment of PAM have the potential to enhance hydrocarbon production efficiency while mitigating adverse environmental effects.

What is PHPA mud?

PHPA is used as a functional additive in water-based drilling fluids. The PHPA mud system stabilizes shale formations and influences cuttings and wellbore stability. We have several grades to offer to meet our client’s need with variants.