Design, Troubleshoot and Optimize Gas Lift Systems

Gas Lifting is considered to be one of the most flexible and cost-effective artificial lift systems. The optimum level of production rates versus lifting depth achieved for this system is unmatched. This system is best used for highly deviated wells producing sand, for wells with high formation of gas and liquid ratios, and for wells with multiple completions. Thus, optimizing production levels for these wells is one of the most important concerns of oil and gas companies. As oil wells mature, engineers face bigger challenges in recovering oil. One of the most common techniques used for improving crude production is through gas lifting. Because of its low operating cost and the flexibility of production that it provides, many companies are involved with this system. However, several factors limit the effectiveness of gas lifting, as different reservoirs are faced with variable pressure levels, temperature, and depositions. Therefore, as operations take place, the need for continuous system design, diagnosis, and troubleshooting arises in order to optimize production levels.

This course addresses the above areas of gas lifting operations. It gives a complete look on the operational activities which will enable field operators to fully optimize even from systems selection, design, and installation. Moreover, the course will then focus on the techniques in achieving production optimization, specifically with continuous flow installations, monitoring, and run-life optimization. In order to achieve optimal levels of production, NODAL analysis will be used in order to analyze and troubleshoot gas lifted wells. Hands-on class exercises and case studies will also be presented in order to test the participants’ application of the concepts learnt in the course into situational instances of field operations.