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Stabilizing compositions and methods for stabilizing subterranean formations

US5436396A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 22, 1992
Grant dateJul 25, 1995
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Expiry dateJun 22, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K8/5751
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for stabilizing a subterranean formation which includes introducing a stabilizing composition into a subterranean formation, for example, by pumping into and through cracks and crevices in the formation and allowing the stabilizing compositions to cure thereby stabilizing the formation. The stabilizing composition includes a non-shrink synthetic resin, a catalyst and various additives and fillers.

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