Introduction to Progressing Cavity Pumping (PCP)

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Outline

Introduction

• When and why PCPs are used as opposed to other forms of artificial lift
• Applications where PCPs are well-suited;applications where they don’t fit
• Where PCPs are used in the world
• Major players in the industry: service companies, consultants

PCP System Components

• PCP fundamentals
• PCP ratings
• PCP drive equipment
• Auxiliary equipment and alternate systems
• Hands-on look at some typical PCP components

PCP System Design and Evaluation

• PCP system design issues
• PCP system failures and diagnosis
• Available tools: software tools, training courses, etc.

Application Considerations

• High-viscosity oil
• High sand cut
• Low productivity or pumped-off wells
• Gassy wells
• Directional wells
• Coalbed methane and water source wells
• High temperatures 

CEUs

0.8 CEUs (Continuing Education Units) will be awarded for this 1-day course.

Cancellation Policy

To receive a full refund, all cancellations must be received in writing no later than 14 days prior to the course start date. Cancellations made after the 14-day window will not be refunded. Send cancellation requests by email to trainingcourses@spe.org; by fax to +1.866.460.3032 (US) or +1.972.852.9292 (outside US); or mail to SPE Registration, PO Box 833836, Richardson, TX 75083.

Instructor

Paul Skoczylas, C-FER Technologies