Oilfield chemistry
INTRON cWax
Wax management
Wax-control and paraffin-dispersant selection for crude-oil production and handling.
How it is used
Wax-control formulations address the tendency of paraffin to separate and accumulate in production equipment. Dispersant and inhibitor approaches differ, so the treatment programme should reflect the deposit, crude composition and temperature profile.
Application areas
- Paraffin deposition in production equipment
- Crude-oil gathering systems
- Wax accumulation in tanks and transfer lines
Formulation considerations
Wax dispersants use surface-active formulations to manage paraffin deposition. Grade selection also considers the oil and water phases.
What we need to select a grade
- Deposit and crude samples
- Wax appearance behaviour and temperature profile
- Existing mechanical cleaning and chemical-treatment practices
Product data and handling
Request the current technical data sheet and safety data sheet for the proposed grade. Confirm dosage, compatibility, handling and supply requirements before use.
Wax dispersancy and pour-point reduction are different objectives. State the primary operating problem when requesting a recommendation.