Drainage layers for sand control screen assemblies
US10450844B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 16, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/084
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A sand control screen assembly having a drainage layer that provides a controlled offset between the drainage layer and a filter medium and/or a base pipe. The sand control screen assembly also includes a protective shroud or jacket positioned about the filter medium. The sand control screen assembly can be utilized for preventing the flow of particulate material of a predetermined size therethrough and allowing the flow of production fluids therethrough.
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