Severe scaling problems were noted on both the downhole equipment and surface flow-lines on several producing properties in northeastern Utah. What appeared to be a common calcium carbonate problem has proven to be very difficult to bring under control. A number of scale inhibitors have been evaluated and most have been found to be ineffective. A summary of the work done and the results obtained will be presented.

Subject
Test methods, Acid inhibitors, Water, Inhibitor performance, Calcium carbonate, Phosphonates, Tubes, Rivers, Scale inhibitors, Acidity, Chemical inhibition, Scale formation, Scale
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2002
Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
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