Ceramic proppants can be one of the key components in the state of the art process of oil and gas well fracturing. The introduction of proppants to the process of hydraulic fracturing has brought about increased hydrocarbon production rates and recovery. Proppants prevent fracture closure by keeping the hydraulically created fractures propped open with a high conductivity medium, and allow for an increased fracture flow capacity. Technical and chemical characteristics of proppants dramatically influence their efficiency in hydraulic fracturing. Having the correct location specific proppant can make a significant difference on a well’s production rate and life, and profitability, and for this reason it is imperative to utilize the appropriate product or products.
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An intermediate strength ceramic proppant specifically designed for the North America market. Current available mesh sizes are 20/40 and 30/50. The introduction of a 40/70 is planned for the near future. -
ForeProp is the original Fores ceramic proppant and is a high strength product currently used mainly in the Russian market. Current available mesh sizes are 10/14, 12/18, 16/20, 16/30, and 20/40. ForeProp is being introduced in some mesh sizes to the North American market. -
Resin coated ceramic proppant with coating on ForeProp or MgLight. ForeRCP utilizes a procurable resin system. ForeRCP MgLight is currently being introduced to the North America market.