Controlled Reaction : : Biobreaker enzymes work in a controlled manner, ensuring that the gel breakdown happens in a measured and predictable way, preventing premature or delayed reactions that can hinder system efficiency.
Biobreaker 8100
Guar and Xanthan Gel Breaking
An advanced gel breaking enzyme for efficient degradation of Guar and Xanthan gels, commonly used in fracturing fluids. This enzyme optimizes the gel breaking process by reducing viscosity, improving fluid flow, and enabling the smoother recovery of valuable resources from fractured formations. Its high-performance formulation ensures faster and more complete gel degradation, minimizing residue and enhancing wellbore cleanup.
Biobreaker 8300
Guar, Xanthan, Starch and Cellulose Breaking
Is a gel breaking enzyme engineered to efficiently degrade Guar, Xanthan, Starch, and Cellulose gels, used in hydraulic fracturing and various industrial processes. This enzyme enhances the breakdown of these complex gels, reducing viscosity and improving fluid mobility in a wide range of applications. It delivers rapid and thorough gel degradation, ensuring minimal residue and faster wellbore cleanup.
Biobreaker 8800
Gel Breaking for High temp.
Is a specialized gel breaking enzyme formulated for high-temperature applications, particularly in operations where Guar, Xanthan, Starch, and Cellulose gels are used in challenging conditions. Designed to withstand extreme temperatures, this enzyme ensures efficient gel degradation even in demanding environments, providing optimal viscosity reduction and enhanced fluid flow.
BIOBREAKER Series of Gel Breaking Enzymes
What is Biobreaker Gel Breaking Enzyme?
The Biobreaker series is a specialized range of enzyme-based gel breakers designed to degrade complex polymers like Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Starch, and Cellulose used in various industrial applications. In many processes, particularly in the oil and gas industry, these polymers are introduced into fluids to increase viscosity and facilitate essential tasks, such as transporting materials or stabilizing mixtures. However, after serving their purpose, these gels must be broken down to ensure optimal system performance, particularly in hydraulic fracturing (fracking), where they help carry proppants into fractures.
Biobreaker Gel Breaking Enzymes provide a highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and controlled way to break down these polymer gels. Unlike traditional chemical methods, which rely on oxidizers or acids to degrade the gels, Biobreaker enzymes use a targeted enzymatic process. This method selectively breaks down polymer chains into smaller, manageable molecules, without leaving harmful residues or causing damage to other system components. These enzymes are formulated to work under a wide range of temperature and pH conditions, making them versatile for different operational environments.
Comparison with Conventional Gel Breakers
Traditional gel breakers rely on chemical agents such as acids, peroxides, or other oxidizers to break down polymer gels. While effective, they often present challenges such as uncontrolled degradation, difficulty in managing reaction time, potential safety risks, and the production of toxic or harmful by-products. These drawbacks can lead to environmental concerns, higher operational costs, and system inefficiencies.
Biobreaker enzymes offer a sustainable and technically superior alternative to conventional gel breakers, providing the following advantages:
| Parameter | Conventional Gel Breakers | Biobreaker Enzymes |
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| Mechanism | Chemical oxidation/reaction | Enzymatic hydrolysis |
| Residue | Harmful residues | Biodegradable, non-toxic |
| Control | Uncontrolled, fast degradation | Controlled, precise action |
| Environmental Impact | Often environmentally harmful | Eco-friendly, minimal impact |
| Reaction Conditions | Limited by temperature/pH range | Broad operational temperature/pH range |
In summary, while conventional chemical breakers are effective, Biobreaker enzymes offer a more controlled, sustainable, and efficient solution, reducing environmental impact and ensuring more precise gel degradation.
Advantages of Biobreaker Enzymes
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Environmentally Friendly : Unlike traditional gel breakers that can leave toxic residues and harm the environment, Biobreaker enzymes are biodegradable and non-toxic, ensuring a more sustainable and eco-conscious operation.
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Defoamers : Control foaming in drilling fluids, preventing operational issues and ensuring consistency.
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Wide Range of Conditions : Biobreaker enzymes are effective across a broad spectrum of temperatures and pH levels, making them versatile and reliable in various industrial environments, including extreme operational conditions.
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High Precision : These enzymes are highly specific to the polymers they target, meaning they degrade the gel without affecting other components in the system, such as proppants, fluids, or equipment.
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Residue-Free : The enzymatic breakdown process does not leave harmful chemical residues, reducing the need for post-application cleanup and improving overall system safety and performance.
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Tailor-Made Formulations : Biobreaker enzymes can be customized based on specific industrial needs, ensuring that the solution provided is optimized for the application at hand.
Applications of Biobreaker Gel Breaking Enzymes
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Hydraulic Fracturing (Fracking) : In fracking, gels are used to transport proppants into the fracture network. Once the proppants have been delivered, Biobreaker enzymes break down the gel to ensure smooth fluid recovery and to prevent clogging.
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Wellbore Cleanouts : In drilling and completion operations, gel breakers are necessary to remove thickened drilling fluids. Biobreaker enzymes ensure the efficient breakdown of gels, allowing for easy wellbore cleanup and preventing blockages.
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Anti-Gas Migration Additives : Help prevent gas flow into the wellbore during cementing, improving sealing and zonal isolation.
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Water Treatment : In industrial water treatment plants, gels are often used to facilitate the removal of solid contaminants. Biobreaker enzymes can help degrade these gels to improve water clarity and system efficiency.
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Pipeline Operations : In pipeline management, gels are sometimes used for cleaning or maintenance purposes. Biobreaker enzymes can help break down these gels to ensure smooth pipeline operations and prevent flow disruptions.
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Industrial Cleaning : Biobreaker enzymes are also used in industries like food processing, where gels formed during processing need to be efficiently broken down for proper cleaning and maintenance.
Tailor-Made Formulations for Specific Needs
One of the key benefits of the Biobreaker series is the ability to offer tailor-made formulations designed to meet the specific needs of different industries and applications. Whether the requirement is for a high-temperature environment, a particular polymer type, or a specific reaction time, Biobreaker enzymes can be customized for optimal performance.
This level of customization ensures that Biobreaker enzymes provide maximum efficiency in the exact conditions of each project, delivering results that conventional gel breakers often cannot achieve.
The Biobreaker series of Gel Breaking Enzymes is a revolutionary solution for industries relying on polymers to increase fluid viscosity. By offering a controlled, eco-friendly, and residue-free method for breaking down gels, Biobreaker enzymes provide numerous advantages over conventional chemical methods. With applications across various sectors, including oil and gas, water treatment, and industrial cleaning, and with tailor-made formulations available, Biobreaker enzymes represent the next generation of gel-breaking technology, delivering cleaner, greener, and more effective solutions for modern industrial challenges.
