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Vessel agitator for early hydration of concentrated liquid gelling agent

US5195824A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 12, 1991
Grant dateMar 23, 1993
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Expiry dateApr 12, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01F2101/49
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A system is provided for mixing of concentrated liquid gelling agent and water to form a fracturing fluid for fracturing of a subterranean formation. High shear rotary mixers are utilized in a blender tub to provide efficient hydration of the concentrated liquid gelling agent and water mixture.

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