New equipment

Portable gas detectors

Enclosed in a rugged, custom-formulated, stainless steel-filled, polypropylene housing, the G-series simultaneously monitors one to four toxic gases, including oxygen deficiency and combustible gas. The G-20 and G-40 detectors are highly resistant to impact and chemical exposure, and are approved for damp, dusty environments. They feature a large, easy-to-read display, along with a reversible LCD display that flips 180_. The units notify the user of a hazardous condition with an audible (90-dB), flashing LED alarm and LCD display. (General Monitors)

Wellhead monitor

The Smart-Alek is a compact, complete surface sensor for gas monitoring. It detects and reports on a variety of parameters, and generates alarms per user-configured set points in realtime. Utilizing the Internet, it delivers a broad variety of information, as well as alarm warnings to producers who manage remote assets, allowing them to respond promptly before serious problems occur. (zed.i solutions)

Water heaters

The Constantemp steam water heaters provide instant hot water at the correct temperature. The heat exchanger transfers energy from very low steam pressures and delivers liquids with accurate temperatures. The feed-forward blending device ensures that the hot- and cold-water blend ratio is accurately proportioned to maintain the set temperature for all demands. With no lag in response time, increased efficiency is obtained by blending the water instantly, while the fail-safe system prevents overheating or scalding. (Leslie Controls, Inc.)

Penetration enhancer

XLR-RATE is formulated to enhance the penetration rate while drilling with water-based fluids in medium-to-hard shales in on/offshore operations. This product not only increases operators’ ability to slide the BHA while directionally drilling with water-based fluids, but it also lowers torque and drag, while providing increased weight-on-bit. Compatible with most water-based fluid systems and having little or no effect on drilling fluid properties, XLR-RATE can be used in sweep form or continually added directly to the active fluid system. (Halliburton Energy Services)

Electric anchor pump

This reciprocating action plunger pump with PLC mechanically recovers fluid from the well bottom, independent of the well’s liquid level, while maintaining a constant flow-recovery rate. The pump reaches to the lowest possible level and can be installed in wells as small as 2 in. in diameter. It can be installed vertically or horizontally, and is manufactured in a range of sizes and designs depending on the degree of application difficulty. (Blackhawk Environmental Co.)