Gilsonite as the Offshore Shale Stabilizer The laboratory analysis of four water-based muds (WBM) compared two blends of treated Gilsonite with sulfonated asphalt, which is a widely used shale stabilization and fluid loss control agent. In the series of tests, lignite/lignosulfonate, KCl, PHPA, and lime-based drilling fluids were examined on a triaxial tester that specifically […]
Analysis of Gilsonite in Offshore Shale Stabilizer The laboratory analysis of four water-based muds (WBM) compared two blends of treated Gilsonite with sulfonated asphalt, which is a widely used shale stabilization and fluid loss control agent. In the series of tests, lignite/lignosulfonate, KCl, PHPA, and lime-based drilling fluids were examined on a triaxial tester that […]
Gilsonite in Drilling Fluid General Definition Gilsonite in Drilling Fluid Loss Control Additive (FLC) natural asphalt used in oilfields as a fluid loss additive in drilling fluids. As an integral component of premium drilling fluid products, Gilsonite actively improves drilling efficiencies while reducing costs and minimizing the HSE impact associated with most drilling fluid additives. […]
