Wax barrier for use with in situ processes for treating formations
US7703513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 19, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC10G2300/4037
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Methods for forming a barrier around at least a portion of a treatment area in a subsurface formation are described herein. A material including wax may be introduced into one or more wellbores. The material introduced into two or more wells may mix in the formation and congeal to form a barrier to fluid flow.
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