Well Stimulation Compression Solutions

Well stimulation comprises different processes used to improve or restore the productivity of oil, gas and geothermal wells. Depending on the reservoir and selected method, stimulation can modify conditions within the wellbore, near-wellbore area or surrounding formation to improve fluid flow.

Certain stimulation and related well-service processes require a continuous supply of compressed gas at a defined pressure and flow rate. Mobile compressor units provide this temporary compression capacity directly at the well site.

The required compressor configuration depends on the selected process, gas composition, well pressure, target injection pressure, flow profile and site conditions. The compressor supplies the required compressed gas but does not by itself constitute the complete stimulation system or define the treatment procedure.

With more than 40 years of experience in mobile compressor technology and more than 80 years of expertise in reciprocating high pressure compressors, LMF develops tailor-made mobile compressor units for demanding well-service operations worldwide.

Recommended Compression Solutions by LMF

Mobile Compressors

Recommended for temporary gas compression during well stimulation and related well-service operations at changing or remote locations.
Depending on the package configuration, LMF mobile compressor units can incorporate their own drive system, automation, monitoring, safety equipment and auxiliary systems. This supports flexible deployment where no permanent compressor installation is available.

  • Capacity:
    up to 22 Nm³/min
  • Pressure:
    up to 350 bar
  • Power consumption:
    900 kW

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FAQs

Well stimulation is a collective term for processes used to improve or restore the flow of fluids between a reservoir and the wellbore. The selected method depends on the reservoir, well condition and project objectives.

Compressed gas may be required for gas injection, well unloading, pressure support and specific gas-assisted stimulation or well-service processes. Its precise role depends on the treatment method and well design.

Depending on the process, natural gas, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, air or another suitable gas may be specified. The gas composition, safety requirements and compatibility with the compressor and well must be evaluated for every project.

No. The compressor increases the pressure of a gas supplied from a suitable source. Equipment for generating, separating or storing gases such as nitrogen or carbon dioxide is outside the compressor’s function unless explicitly included in the project scope.

Initial selection requires the gas composition, available suction pressure, required discharge pressure, flow profile, gas temperature, operating duration, well conditions and site infrastructure. Mobility, ambient conditions and applicable regulations must also be considered.