The Electric Submersible Pump System (ESP) is widely recognized as a highly efficient and cost-effective solution for extracting substantial quantities of fluids from considerable depths, regardless of diverse well conditions. Through collaborative efforts between ESP companies and major oil corporations, significant expertise has been developed in handling challenging scenarios such as high viscosity fluids, gassy wells, and high-temperature wells. This accumulated experience, combined with advancements in technology, has transformed previously deemed non-viable wells for submersible pumping into economically feasible operations.

Course Objectives:

You, Will, Learn How To:

Using below learned subjects and course components, maximize oil production using ESP Systems
Identify components of the ESP system
Learn about the different types of ESP systems and their specific applications
Understand the components and equipment used with ESP
Be aware of the innovations in ESP pump technology
Selection of proper ESPs for specific purposes
Carry out ESP performance calculations
List the advantages and limitations of various ESP drive systems
Outline the power supply requirements of ESP installations
Maintain and troubleshoot ESP systems
Design and analyze a system using up to date computer programs
Implement best practices for longer system life

Who Should Attend?

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

Design and maintenance professionals
Petroleum, chemical, and mechanical engineers
Electrical engineers
Field operators and technicians
Maintenance engineers and personnel

Course Outlines:

Fundamentals and Applications of ESP

Historical review of ESPs
Definitions and basic terminology
Introduction to ESPs and ESP Systems
Challenges for ESP applications
Requirements for mainstream ESPs (pump design, electric motor, cabling and connections, motor control, associated components)
Various ESP types (inverted/bottom intake, inverted/ bottom discharge, dual and triple, booster ESP, tubing, conveyed ESP)
Application of ESPs (challenges for ESP, on-shore applications, off-shore applications, multiphase fluids, viscous fluids, emulsions, applications with abrasive contaminants, high temperature and high applications, corrosive substances)

ESP Pump Technology and Equipment used with ESP

Evolving ESP pump technology
Improving pump design
Down-hole monitoring
Surface control
Expanding the realm of applications
Improving well performance
Components and equipment used with ESP
Download sensors (pump intake and discharge pressures, internal motor temperature, download flow rate, equipment vibration)
ESP packers (anti preset, high boost, lockout, anti-drug)
ESP wellheads (low pressure, high pressure)
Centralizer
Check/ drain tubing (check and drain valves)
Motor shroud/recirculation systems
Screens and filters
Y-tool or by-pass

ESP System Performance Calculations and Equipment Sizing

Basic requirements from ESP
Well production capacity
Fluid composition and volume, including the volume of free gas
Dynamic head calculation
Optimization of; pump type, motor type, and size of pump and motor
Downhole cable configuration and sizing
Optimization of; drive systems, power supply, and accessories
Variable speed drive (requirements, advantages, and disadvantages)
ESP performance calculations
Examples

ESP Monitoring, Control, and Protection, Installation

Downhole Monitoring and Sensors
Embedded Fibre Optic Cable for Downhole Monitoring and Sensors
Earthed (Grounded) and Unearthed (Ungrounded) ESP motors
Earthing and Lightning Propagation in ESP Circuits
Electrical Protection Equipment for ESPs
SCADA/EMS (ESP Management System) for Local and Remote Installations
Safety and Shut-Down Systems

Commissioning, Operation, and Maintenance

Commissioning requirements
Commissioning procedures
Regular safe operation
Operation monitoring (detecting abnormal conditions)
ESP Maintenance management (servicing equipment, well work-over rigs, cable reels, reel supports, cable guides)
Troubleshooting ESP
Case Studies (examples of ESP problems and failures)
Factory Repair and Reconditioning

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