Methods for controlling migration of particulates in a subterranean formation
US7040403B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09K8/80
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods for controlling the migration of particulates, such as proppant and formation sands, from subterranean formations using solutions of tackifying materials. One embodiment of the present invention provides a method of treating a subterranean formation comprising the steps of placing a tackifying composition into the subterranean formation and then placing an after-flush fluid into the subterranean formation.
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