Herman Joseph Mayeux - Rayne LA Earl Campbell Ruby - Carmichael CA
International Classification:
C09K 702 C09K 706
US Classification:
507104
Abstract:
An almond shell additive for a well working fluid is provided, wherein the almond shells are ground to certain particle size ranges to prevent, inhibit or remedy the occurrence of downhole equipment sticking. Also provided are wellworking fluids containing the almond shell additive and well working processes utilizing such compositions. The additive is also useful to reduce wall cake thickness and permeability, enhance well cake toughness, seal off depleted sands and micro fractures, reduce or prevent seepage loss, control dynamic spurt loss, and reduces drag and torque.
Dr. Ruby graduated from the University of North Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1999. He works in Midlothian, TX and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Ruby is affiliated with Depaul Center, Las Colinas Medical Center, Medical City Dallas Hospital and USMD Hospital At Fort Worth.