Video SLB SME Talk on the Advantages of Aqueous Fluid Solutions
Shermin Akhatar talks about SLB Aqueous Fluid Solutions sustainability, performance, and economics
Aqueous Fluid Solutions
Water-based drilling fluids that perform with sustainable purpose
With SLB water-based drilling fluid systems, you get the performance of oil-based fluids with the environmental acceptability of water-based fluid.
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Drilling fluids that are more than just water
Operators are moving toward water-based fluids for their operations to comply with sustainability requirements. In anticipation, we have developed the most complete portfolio of aqueous fluid solutions that not only deliver sustainability with competitive performance in drilling and reservoir drill-in fluids (RDFs) but also advanced digital management and automation, along with sustainability tools that help quantify reduced emissions through the entire fluids management life cycle. So, you maintain your performance edge while lowering total cost of ownership and sustainability footprint with a wide variety of options based on specific targets outlined by you. These options help keep operations above water by lowering logistical costs, eliminating transport of base oil or cuttings, and minimizing the costs associated with lost circulation.
AFS Webinar Series
Water-based drilling fluids that perform with sustainable purpose.
Aqueous Fluid Solutions—Performance with Sustainable Purpose
Sustainability is key, with SLB aiming for net zero by 2050. Well Construction Fluids is reducing carbon emissions in drilling. Join our webinar with Mike Bullard and Mandy Megat to learn more.
Now available on-demand
Test the Waters
Visit with Mike, our expert who can explain how aqueous fluid solutions can wash away the line separating performance and sustainability.
Contact Our ExpertAqueous Sustainability Technologies
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HydraGlyde
High-performance water-based drilling fluid systemReduce torque, drag, shale swelling, and dispersion in environmentally sensitive shale.
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KLA-SHIELD
Enhanced-polymer water-based drilling fluid systemMeet a variety of drilling challenges—large-diameter wellbores, extended-reach drilling, and highly reactive shales.
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UltraDril Plus
Premium-performance aqueous drilling fluid systemBalanced fluids for performance, economics, and sustainability in challenging drilling environments
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UltraSorb Plus premium-performance shale inhibitor
Effective cuttings encapsulation across a range of base brines, including seawater, saturated NaCl, and KClUltraSorb Plus™ shale inhibitor provides excellent cuttings encapsulation and clay dispersion inhibition.
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VeraTherm
High-temperature water-based drilling fluidEnhanced rheological profile and fluid loss control with low sag tendency.
Aqueous Systems
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DRILPLEX
Mixed metal oxide water-based drilling fluid systemScreen easily, even at high flow rates, with unequaled solids suspension.
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Endura
High-performance brine-compatible drilling fluidsMaintain efficient well control in the Bakken.
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GLYDRIL
Advanced polyglycol systemApply in polyglycol systems with fresh- to medium-salinity makeup water and in low formation temperatures.
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SILDRIL
Silicate-based drilling fluid systemAchieve flexibility you never thought possible in a water-based drilling fluid.
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