Field
Results
20 %
Torque Reduction
Reduced surface torque from ~35,000 ft-lbs to ~28,000 ft-lbs after bead introduction.65 - 85 %
Rop Increase
Rate of penetration increased from ~150–190 fph to ~250–350 fph with mechanical lubrication.< 24 -HOURS
Overnight Mobilization
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Lubra-Glide®
Lubra-Glide®
The Original Chain-Entangled (CE) Bead for Superior Torque & Drag Reduction
Lubra-Glide CE Co-Polymer Beads are spherical solid beads that provide mechanical lubrication, significantly reducing drill string wear and casing wear prevention through standoff and impact absorption.
- Reduces torque and drag
- Recoverable using SUN’s patented process
- Environmentally safe
- Compatible with both oil and water-based fluids
- Thermally stable downhole >450°F in a drilling environment
- Manufactured in fine or coarse grades
Application Procedures and Guidelines
The optimum concentration of Lubra-Glide beads is ten (10) pounds per barrel. The volume of fluid to be treated is calculated based on the volume necessary to cover the open hole from the bottom of the hole to a point approximately two hundred (200) feet above the kick-off point in the open hole. If the kick off point is already behind casing, then the entire open hole volume should be treated.
Example: In a 12 ¼ hole the approximate volume would be 150 bbls per 1000 feet. At a minimum, a 10% allowance for washout is included. A minimum volume therefore of 165 bbls treated at 10 ppb would require 1650 pounds (33 sacks) of product per thousand feet. If you are aware of that being a larger percent based on well site information, adjust the volume accordingly.
It is critical that the treated fluid be isolated. This can be accomplished through the use of a slugging tank. If the volume required is greater than available in isolated tanks on location, the Lubra-Glide can be added as the fluid is being pumped. The addition will depend on the rate at which you are able to pump. The addition of beads in this manner requires planning on having sufficient beads near the suction tank in order to cut and dump the required 10 ppb (2 sacks per minute if pumping 10 bbl/min). In most cases where total isolation is not possible, a combination of both methods is used whereby the volume in the slugging tank is pumped first then the remainder is added via the suction tank.
Lubra-Glide is readily wettable, rapidly dispersible and requires no special pre-treatment when being added to the fluid. Adding the product at the suction is a common “pump & dump” practice. The key to this method lies in the personnel keeping a steady pace with the addition.
The placement of the Lubra-Glide beads is obviously critical to them providing the significant reduction in drag/friction when running casing. The optimum placement of the uppermost level of the treated fluid is about 200 feet above the kick-off point (from vertical) in the hole. This assumes that the resistance to the casing in the vertical hole is minimal and no “tight spots” or ledges exist.
Placement of treated fluid inside the previous casing string where the angle has been built is highly recommended. The benefit of the Lubra-Glide inside the casing is maximized since the beads will always work in their roller ball bearing configuration. This minimization of drag through existing casing allows for more weight to be applied in the lower sections of the pipe making it easier to get the pipe to bottom.
The pumping of the Lubra-Glide treated fluid should be performed as the last function before the drill pipe is removed from the hole and casing is to be run. It is recommended that the fluid is pumped with the drill pipe in place and not in a “slug & pull” approach. A straight pumping displacement has historically provided a better placement of the Lubra-Glide and eliminates any inconsistent dispersion of product down hole.
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Lubra-Glide® Bead Recovery Unit
Lubra-Glide® Bead Recovery Unit
The Original BRU Technology for Continuous Bead Recycling
The Lubra-Glide® Bead Recovery Unit (BRU) uses SUN’s patented process to recover and reuse Lubra-Glide® co-polymer beads, maintaining optimal bead concentration in drilling and completion fluids. Its closed-loop system separates beads from cuttings with 90–98% efficiency, reducing torque, drag, and casing wear throughout extended lateral drilling.
- 90–98% Lubra-Glide® bead recovery efficiency
- Closed-loop, environmentally safe system
- Reduces torque, drag, and casing wear
- Provides non-abrasive mechanical lubrication
- Compatible with all mud systems
- Proven performance on laterals >25,000 ft
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ResiFlex™
ResiFlex™
High-Strength Synthetic Graphite for Loss Circulation Control
ResiFlex™ is a proprietary, pressure-sensitive synthetic graphite engineered to seal fractures, control circulating losses, and strengthen depleted formations. Its angular structure, high durability, and strong rebound characteristics create effective pressure seals while also providing solid lubrication to reduce torque, drag, and improve sliding.
- Controls circulating and seepage losses
- Strengthens fractured and porous formations
- Chemically inert and compatible with all drilling fluids
- Provides solid lubrication to reduce torque & drag
- Excellent compressibility and rebound (87–92%)
- Mixes quickly through rig mud hopper
- Will not plug MWD or mud motors when used as recommended
- No impact on fluid properties or LC50 values
Lubra-Slide®
Lubra-Slide®
High-Performance Bead Blend for Torque & Drag Reduction
Lubra-Slide® is a specialized dual-particle blend combining SUN’s co-polymer bead technology with beaded graphite to deliver unmatched mechanical lubrication. Engineered for casing runs and special applications, it provides the stand-off, lubricity, and stability needed to reduce torque, drag, and casing wear in demanding wellbore environments.
- Reduces torque and drag
- Minimizes casing wear
- Provides non-abrasive mechanical lubrication
- Compatible with oil-and water-based mud systems
- Environmentally safe
- Exceptional resistance to deformation
- Thermally stable >450°F in drilling environments
Application Procedures and Guidelines
The optimum concentration of Lubra-Glide beads is ten (10) pounds per barrel. The volume of fluid to be treated is calculated based on the volume necessary to cover the open hole from the bottom of the hole to a point approximately two hundred (200) feet above the kick-off point in the open hole. If the kick off point is already behind casing, then the entire open hole volume should be treated.
Example: In a 12 ¼ hole the approximate volume would be 150 bbls per 1000 feet. At a minimum, a 10% allowance for washout is included. A minimum volume therefore of 165 bbls treated at 10 ppb would require 1650 pounds (33 sacks) of product per thousand feet. If you are aware of that being a larger percent based on well site information, adjust the volume accordingly.
It is critical that the treated fluid be isolated. This can be accomplished through the use of a slugging tank. If the volume required is greater than available in isolated tanks on location, the Lubra-Glide can be added as the fluid is being pumped. The addition will depend on the rate at which you are able to pump. The addition of beads in this manner requires planning on having sufficient beads near the suction tank in order to cut and dump the required 10 ppb (2 sacks per minute if pumping 10 bbl/min). In most cases where total isolation is not possible, a combination of both methods is used whereby the volume in the slugging tank is pumped first then the remainder is added via the suction tank.
Lubra-Glide is readily wettable, rapidly dispersible and requires no special pre-treatment when being added to the fluid. Adding the product at the suction is a common “pump & dump” practice. The key to this method lies in the personnel keeping a steady pace with the addition.
The placement of the Lubra-Glide beads is obviously critical to them providing the significant reduction in drag/friction when running casing. The optimum placement of the uppermost level of the treated fluid is about 200 feet above the kick-off point (from vertical) in the hole. This assumes that the resistance to the casing in the vertical hole is minimal and no “tight spots” or ledges exist.
Placement of treated fluid inside the previous casing string where the angle has been built is highly recommended. The benefit of the Lubra-Glide inside the casing is maximized since the beads will always work in their roller ball bearing configuration. This minimization of drag through existing casing allows for more weight to be applied in the lower sections of the pipe making it easier to get the pipe to bottom.
The pumping of the Lubra-Glide treated fluid should be performed as the last function before the drill pipe is removed from the hole and casing is to be run. It is recommended that the fluid is pumped with the drill pipe in place and not in a “slug & pull” approach. A straight pumping displacement has historically provided a better placement of the Lubra-Glide and eliminates any inconsistent dispersion of product down hole.
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Coastal Spot®
Coastal Spot®
The Industry Standard for Freeing Differentially Stuck Pipe
Coastal Spot® is a proven drilling fluid additive engineered to free differentially stuck pipe quickly and safely. Its proprietary blend of synthetic hydrocarbons, emulsifiers, and activators penetrates and cracks filter cake, restoring movement without harming the mud system or the environment.
- Non-toxic and environmentally safe
- No effect on LC50 value of active mud system
- Non-sheening formulation
- Thermally stable base fluid >600°F (315°C)
- Maintains drilling fluid rheology
- Easily weighted with barite
- Effective replacement for diesel and mineral-oil spotting fluids
- Simple, efficient on-site blending
CoastaLube®
CoastaLube®
High-Performance PAO-Based Lubricity for Water-Based Drilling Fluids
CoastaLube® is a synthetic hydrocarbon drilling lubricant that delivers exceptional torque and drag reduction in water-based systems. EPA-acceptable and environmentally safe, it enhances wellbore stability, minimizes sticking, and performs reliably across a broad range of temperatures and pressures.
- Reduces torque, drag, and friction
- Minimizes bit balling and wear
- Reduces differential sticking
- Thermally stable base fluid >600°F (315°C)
- Readily dispersible in fresh and saltwater systems
- No adverse effect on mud rheology
- Effective replacement for diesel, mineral oil, and synthetic lubricants
- Meets EPA discharge requirements
- No impact on LC50 value of the active system
SX-Plus®
SX-Plus®
Thermally Stable Fluid-Loss Control for High-and Low-Temperature Wells
SX-Plus® is a carbon-based, graphitic fluid-loss additive engineered to seal porous sands and prevent differential pressure transfer. Its broad particle-size distribution and high thermal stability deliver reliable fluid-loss control without affecting mud rheology, lubricity, or environmental compliance.
- Broad particle-size distribution for effective sealing
- Thermally stable >600°F (315°C)
- Minimizes damage to production zones
- Does not alter drilling fluid rheology
- Non-polluting and non-sheening
- Does not foam
- Greatly improves lubricity
- LC50 > 1,000,000 (no impact on mud toxicity)
- Mixes easily on location
- Compatible with all drilling fluid additives
HydroGold®
HydroGold®
High-Performance Lubricity for Water-Based Drilling Fluids®
HydroGold® is a synthetic hydrocarbon drilling lubricant designed to reduce torque and drag in water-based drilling fluid systems. It enhances wellbore stability, minimizes sticking, and performs reliably across a wide range of temperatures and operating conditions. HydroGold® disperses readily in fresh and saltwater systems and does not adversely affect fluid rheology.
- Reduces torque, drag, and friction
- Minimizes bit balling and wear
- Reduces differential sticking
- Thermally stable base fluid >600°F (315°C)
- Readily dispersible in fresh and saltwater systems
- No adverse effect on mud rheology
- Effective replacement for diesel, mineral oil, and synthetic lubricants
- Meets EPA discharge requirements
- No impact on LC50 value of the active system
BlacKnite®
BlacKnite®
The Original Stress-Cage Strengthener for Wellbore Stability
BlacKnite® is a patented, multi-sized particle blend engineered to prevent stuck pipe, stabilize reactive shales, and strengthen depleted formations. Its unique liquid dispersion improves filter cake quality, enhances HPHT fluid-loss control, and delivers exceptional performance across both shale plays and fractured environments.
- Improves filter cake texture and compaction
- Enhances borehole stability and strengthens formations
- Broad PSD for micro-fracture sealing
- Supports shale inhibition and stability
- Provides HPHT rheology and fluid-loss control
- Non-toxic, environmentally safe, and non-sheening
- Compatible with most water-based mud systems
SunSweep®
SunSweep®
High-Efficiency Fiber Additive for Advanced Hole Cleaning
SunSweep® is a proprietary polymerized synthetic fiber engineered to transport drill cuttings, metal shavings, and debris out of the wellbore with exceptional efficiency. It disperses quickly, increases carry capacity, disturbs cuttings beds, and improves overall hole cleaning without impacting drilling fluid properties.
- Compatible with all drilling fluid systems
- Increases the carrying capacity of drilling fluids
- Breaks up and removes cuttings beds
- Lifts metal shavings during milling operations
- Faster and more effective than gel or polymer sweeps
- Mixes quickly through rig mud hoppers
- Reduces torque, drag, and wiper trips
- Enhances rate of penetration
- Non-toxic, inert, and safe for MWD/mud motors
- No impact on fluid viscosity or LC50
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Stress Shield®
Stress Shield®
Wellbore Stabilization & Filtrate Control Additive
Stress Shield® is a wellbore stabilization and filtrate control additive designed to strengthen the borehole, reduce fluid loss, and improve drilling performance in challenging formations. Its proprietary blend of multi-sized particles, including gilsonite and carbon black, enhances sealing, filter cake quality, and overall wellbore stability.
- Strengthens wellbore and improves radial hardness
- Reduces HTHP filtrate loss
- Seals micro-fractures and depleted zones
- Stabilizes reactive shale formations
- Forms a thin, durable filter cake to reduce friction and drag
- Compatible with aqueous and non-aqueous drilling fluids
Liqui-Beads®
Liqui-Beads®
The Original Chain-Entangled (CE) Bead for Superior Torque & Drag Reduction
Lubra-Glide CE Co-Polymer Beads are spherical solid beads that provide mechanical lubrication, significantly reducing drill string wear and casing wear prevention through standoff and impact absorption.
- Reduces torque and drag
- Recoverable using SUN’s patented process
- Environmentally safe
- Compatible with both oil and water-based fluids
- Thermally stable downhole >450°F in a drilling environment
- Manufactured in fine or coarse grades
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