Drilling highly deviated wells presents unique challenges that require efficient management of torque and drag. We offer a comprehensive range of lubricants specifically designed for water-based (WBM) and emulsion-based (OBM) drilling fluids to address these challenges. Our advanced lubricants are formulated with high-performance friction-reducing agents that significantly enhance drilling operations by minimizing mechanical wear, reducing heat generation, and extending the lifespan of drilling equipment. These lubricants also help lower torque and drag, critical factors in maintaining smooth and efficient drilling processes.

In addition to lubricants, the Rate of Penetration (ROP) enhancers is crucial in speeding up the drilling process, thereby saving valuable rig time and reducing operational costs. These enhancers are continuously introduced into the drilling fluids to maintain optimal concentration. This continuous addition ensures that the drill bit remains free from balling, which can impede drilling efficiency. Moreover, the ROP enhancers provide excellent lubrication for both the drill string and the formation cutting face, facilitating smoother and faster drilling operations.

Our product line is designed to meet the highest industry standards, ensuring reliable performance in various drilling conditions. Whether you are dealing with complex geological formations or high-deviation angles, our lubricants and ROP enhancers are engineered to provide consistent results. By reducing friction and improving the penetration rate, these products not only enhance drilling efficiency but also contribute to overall operational safety by minimizing the risk of equipment failure and stuck pipe incidents.

Avoid differential sticking and stuck pipe problems

Losing filtrate or whole mud to permeable, lower-pressure formations can significantly impact drilling operations well before differential sticking occurs. High torque and drag values, difficulty in sliding and maintaining directional control, bottom hole stickiness, increased pipe tripping times, and reduced weight on bit can all decrease drilling efficiency and increase equipment wear. Implementing proper preventive measures is essential to avoid these problems.

If a stuck pipe incident occurs, our proven range of spotting fluids can reduce costly delays in both land-based and offshore drilling environments. These additives are specifically designed to help free stuck pipe. When differentially stuck, an effective spotting fluid can be the key difference between completing a project on time and experiencing expensive downtime or a sidetrack.

Benefits of Explorax Lubricants

Our lubricants, ROP enhancers, and friction reducers are essential in preventing differential sticking and enhancing overall drilling performance. Specifically designed to reduce friction and wear between the drill string and the wellbore, our advanced lubricants ensure smoother operations and lower energy consumption. Our stuck pipe additives can be used to:

• Reduce Rig Time: Achieve faster drilling operations by reducing friction and enhancing the rate of penetration.

• Lower Torque and Drag Values: Enhance ease of sliding, improve directional control, and reduce mechanical wear.

• Free Stuck Pipe: Minimize drilling delays and related costs by efficiently resolving stuck pipe incidents.

Why Choose Our Exporax Lubricant Additives?

• Efficiency: Our additives, including high-performance lubricants and friction reducers, help maintain drilling efficiency by reducing high torque and drag values, thus ensuring smooth and continuous operations.



• Reliability: Proven effectiveness in freeing stuck pipes and preventing differential sticking ensures your project stays on schedule.



• Versatility: Suitable for use in both land-based and offshore drilling environments, our products are adaptable to various drilling conditions and challenges.

By incorporating our Lubricant and Friction reducing additives, into your drilling operations, you can prevent differential sticking and avoid the costly consequences of a stuck pipe. Trust our expertise and products to keep your drilling projects running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Functions of Lubricants

• Enhanced Sliding and Rotating: Lubricants lower the resistance encountered by the drill string, making it easier to slide and rotate within the wellbore. This reduction in torque and drag values is crucial for maintaining directional control and achieving precise well paths.



• Lower Energy Consumption: Lubricants reduce the amount of energy required to operate drilling equipment by minimizing friction, leading to more efficient and cost-effective drilling operations.

• Smooth Operations: Friction reducers Lubricants create a lubricating film that prevents the drill string from sticking to the wellbore, especially in permeable formations where differential sticking is a risk. This ensures continuous drilling without interruptions.



• Increased Operational Safety: Reducing the risk of stuck pipe incidents enhances overall safety, protecting both the equipment and the crew.

• Reduced Wear and Tear: Lubricants help extend the life of drilling equipment by decreasing friction and the associated mechanical stress. This not only lowers maintenance costs but also improves the reliability of the drilling operation.



• Minimized Downtime: Enhanced equipment durability means fewer breakdowns and less downtime, contributing to smoother and more predictable drilling schedules

• Faster Drilling: With less resistance to movement, the drill bit can penetrate the formation more quickly, increasing the penetration rate. This accelerates the overall drilling process and shortens project timelines.



• Cost Efficiency: Faster drilling reduces operational costs, making the project more economically viable.

• Versatile Application: Modern friction reducers are designed to be compatible with various drilling fluids, including water-based, oil-based, and synthetic-based muds. This versatility ensures that the lubricants can be effectively integrated into different drilling environments.

The Explorax range from Geocon Products includes a variety of lubricant chemistries tailored to meet diverse drilling needs. Our offerings include:

• Ester-Based Lubricants: Known for their excellent lubricity and environmental compatibility, ideal for both WBM and OBM systems.



• Synthetic Hydrocarbon Lubricants: Provide high-temperature stability and exceptional lubrication properties.



• Glycol-Based Lubricants: Offer superior thermal stability and are effective in high-temperature drilling conditions.



• Polymer-Based Lubricants: Designed to reduce torque and drag while providing high film strength for demanding drilling operations.



• Additive Packages: Customizable blends of surfactants and friction reducers to enhance the performance of base lubricants.

Contact a Geocon Products representative today to learn how our Explorax range can help you reduce rig time through faster drilling and quickly free stuck pipe to minimize drilling delays and related costs. Our team is dedicated to providing tailored solutions to meet the unique challenges of your drilling operations.

Customized Solutions for Oil Well Service Providers

Understanding that each drilling operation has unique challenges, we offer customized solutions tailored to meet the specific requirements of oil well service providers. Our team of experts works closely with clients to develop friction reducers and lubricants that address their particular needs, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.

• Tailored Formulations: We design friction reducers to match the specific conditions of your well, whether it's dealing with high temperatures, varying pressures, or different fluid systems.



• On-Site Support: Our technical support team provides on-site assistance to ensure the proper application and performance of our products, helping to troubleshoot any issues that may arise.



• Continuous Improvement: We engage in ongoing research and development to enhance our product offerings, incorporating the latest technological advancements to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry.