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Composition and method for sealing an annular space between a well bore and a casing

US6554070B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 16, 2001
Grant dateApr 29, 2003
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Expiry dateMar 16, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/896
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for sealing an annular space between a bore hole and a casing includes the steps of: providing a fluid sealing system comprising a particulate material and a bonding agent; positioning the fluid sealing system in the annular space whereby the particulate material adheres to walls of the bore hole and the casing; and curing the fluid sealing system so as to form a solid seal in the annular space.

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