Gas lift applications are continuing to grow in North American onshore fields—and for good reason.

Gas lift systems can handle a range of rates and operational characteristics, including the multiphase production flows with high gas-to-oil ratios and solids content typical of many unconventional wells. Another key advantage is gas lift’s inherent versatility to adapt to rapidly changing conditions during early well life by adjusting injection volumes, and its ability to maintain lifting efficiency well into the decline curve. Moreover, gas lift mimics the natural reservoir environment, creating a differential pressure between the reservoir and the wellbore to reduce flowing tubing pressure and lift fluids to surface.

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