Jet pumps are increasing in popularity as wells go deeper and deviate from vertical to horizontal orientation. These pumps can easily work in challenging conditions, making them ideal for many of the new unconventional plays.
Jet pump systems typically include a power fluid surface pump skid, well head control, and a system to separate power fluid from produced oil and other fluids. More and more these systems also incorporate a drive and for good reasons. We will highlight 9 of these reasons.
In this paper we’ll explain how an integrated drive will pay for itself in 12-18 months through savings in electricity, maintenance and production loss avoidance.