Introduction Gilsonite is a natural hydrocarbon resin, otherwise known as natural bitumen, and is well respected across the oil and gas industry. Due to its unique properties, it plays a critical role in both drilling fluids and cementing operations, significantly improving efficiency, wellbore stability, and overall well integrity. Gilsonite in Drilling Fluids Gilsonite has been […]
General Definition 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. Gilsonite in the oil and gas industry, drilling muds or fluids perform […]
