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Hybrid fluid lift valve for commingling gas production

US9062521B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2012
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 1, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/14
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method and apparatus for commingling sweet gas and sour gas production in a gas well having an upper sweet zone and a lower sour zone. The apparatus comprises a commingling valve which prevents cross flow of sour fluids into the sweet zone or casing annulus.

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