Reviewed Oil and Gas - Separation and Treatmt of Well Fluid Options
Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented
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| Minimize the generation of blowdown. |
- Recycle back into production stream.
- Operate cooling towers efficiently to minimize the generation of blowdown.
- Cascade water use.
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| Minimize sand and scale production |
- Optimize production rate to minimize sand production.
- Use uncontaminated sand as fill material.
- Use scale inhibitors.
- Avoid mixing incompatible produced waters, which results in scale.
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| Prevent soil contamination |
- Follow procedures, including maintenance, to prevent soil contamination.
- Use impervious primary and secondary containment.
- Use cathodic protection or coated pipe to reduce leaks due to corrosion.
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| Manage and reduce surplus chemicals |
- Accurately estimate amounts required, or purchase smaller quantities only as required.
- Offer (or exchange) unused chemicals to other facilities in lieu of recycling, treatment, or disposal.
- Use non-hazardous chemicals.
- Store and maintain chemicals properly to prevent spills or leaks.
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| Manage Filters |
- Change filters only when necessary.
- Use reusable filters.
- Use differential pressure as an indicator of needed change.
- When handling filters, take precautions to prevent oil spillage.
- Isolate all drained fluids in re-sealable container for in-process recycling.
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