A PCP solution to optimize oil production in multiphase conditions
In Oil & Gas operations, handling multiphase fluids — combining oil, gas, and sometimes water or solids — remains a key challenge.
PCM recently supported an operator facing high backpressure in flowlines, caused by long distances between well pads and processing facilities. This limitation reduced drawdown and directly impacted production rates.
Lower wellhead pressure, higher production
By installing an API 676 compliant progressing cavity pump (PCP) equipped with PCM Slugger technology, the operator reduced wellhead pressure from 15–20 bar down to approximately 1 bar.
This resulted in:
- improved well performance
- reduced stress on downhole equipment
- up to 7% increase in oil production
Designed for complex multiphase fluids
Unlike traditional systems combining pumps, compressors, and separators, PCP technology can efficiently handle:
- viscous heavy oil
- high gas fractions (up to 88%)
- fluctuating production conditions
PCM Slugger technology enhances reliability by stabilizing the internal pressure gradient, ensuring extended pump lifetime even in high gas environments.
Proven reliability and long-term performance
After several years of operation:
- no major maintenance required
- no performance degradation observed
- automatic speed adjustment via VSD
This solution delivers sustainable production optimization while reducing operational costs.