Polymer Flooding Stakeholders
Polymer Flooding Stakeholders. Polymer flooding projects involve a diverse range of stakeholders, each playing a crucial role in the successful implementation and optimization of this enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technique. From research and development to field execution, these stakeholders contribute expertise, technology, and strategic decisions that drive efficiency and maximize oil recovery.
This page provides a comprehensive list of key players in the polymer flooding ecosystem, including:
- Chemical suppliers providing specialized polymers tailored to reservoir conditions
- Equipment manufacturers developing injection, mixing, and monitoring technologies
- Service companies offering field implementation, testing, and optimization support
- Research institutions & consultants conducting laboratory studies, simulations, and technical guidance
Collaboration between these stakeholders is essential to optimize polymer flooding performance, reduce operational risks, and improve project economics. By understanding the roles of each participant, industry professionals can make informed decisions and build strong partnerships for successful polymer flooding applications.
Polymer manufacturers
In any chemical enhanced oil recovery project and especially during polymer flooding, the main expenses are linked to the chemicals. It is therefore paramount to select reliable providers able to supply large volumes of polymer with a stable quality.
We have listed the main polyacrylamide suppliers and provide basic information along with contact details.
Equipment manufacturers
Reliable and top-notch equipment are required to inject polymers without degrading them. Suppliers provide guidelines to maximise efficiency and uptime while injecting polymer.
From modular facilities to large central plants, a variety of options exist to meet demanding field conditions.
Service providers
When it comes to third-party evaluations of polymer for tenders for instance, or help for simulation and project design, it is possible to get assistance from specialised laboratories or structures.
We provide a list of independent third-party to help you get the best out of your data.
Universities
Universities train the engineers of tomorrow and some have specific programs or know-how on chemical enhanced oil recovery. Through Joint Industry Projects or custom services, it is important to keep the R&D pipe flowing to meet new challenges in chemical enhanced oil recovery.
Service providers
In a polymer flooding project, the polymer is one thing. But many other parameters comes into play before and after injection to treat water, separate effluents, break emulsions, etc.
Specialized companies are here to help from water conditioning to reinjection, making sure the EOR chemicals have limited impact on the overall process.
You can also check our YouTube channel for additional videos and podcasts and navigate the Polymer Flooding Guide for more content or our Academy for training courses.