What is the purpose of dissolvable frac plugs in the well completion process?

These frac plugs are used in well completion solutions to facilitate the hydraulic fracturing process and optimize the performance of oil and gas wells. Below are some purposes of dissolvable plugs used during well-completion solutions:

Zonal Isolation: During well completion, these frac plugs are placed at predetermined intervals along the wellbore to isolate different sections or zones of the reservoir. This allows for controlled stimulation of specific reservoir intervals during hydraulic fracturing. By isolating each zone, the frac plugs prevent interference between fractures and optimize the efficiency of fluid injection and hydrocarbon recovery.

Multi-Stage Fracturing: These frac plugs enable the implementation of multi-stage fracturing techniques. Once a section of the wellbore is isolated with a frac plug, high-pressure fracturing fluids can be injected into that zone to create fractures in the reservoir rock. The dissolvable nature of these plugs eliminates the need for subsequent milling or retrieval operations, making it easier and more cost-effective to perform multiple fracturing stages in a single wellbore.

Operational Efficiency: The use of These frac plugs streamlines the well completion process by eliminating the time and cost associated with post-frac milling operations. Dissolvable frac plugs simplify the process, allowing for more efficient and faster well completions.

Reduced Environmental Footprint: These frac plugs offer environmental benefits by reducing the generation of milling debris. The elimination of milling operations helps minimize the amount of cuttings and waste generated during well completions.

Enhanced Well Design Flexibility: These frac plugs provide flexibility in well design and the spacing of fracture stages. Operators can strategically place these plugs at desired intervals along the wellbore, tailoring the stimulation program based on reservoir characteristics and production objectives. The ability to design and execute more precise and customized fracturing operations can lead to improved well performance.