The deliverability of Amoco operated wells in the four main fields in the Arkoma Basin has been improved by the installation of wellsite compression. The compressor candidates were identified by a compressor simulation test. A study investigated the economics of purchasing versus leasing a wellsite compressor. Compressors were installed and the success of the installation depended on the initial sizing parameters used and the reservoir characteristics. Several operational improvements evolved which enhanced the profitability of these installations.

Keywords:
production control, utilization, spe 18846, mcfd, compression, upstream oil & gas, shut-in pressure, salesline pressure, reservoir surveillance, revenue
Subjects:
Well & Reservoir Surveillance and Monitoring, Processing Systems and Design, Formation Evaluation & Management, Compressors, engines and turbines
Copyright 1989, Society of Petroleum Engineers
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