Polymers
Polymeric Solutions for Improving Viscosity, Stability, and Performance in Drilling Operations
What Are They?
Polymers are additives designed to improve the rheology and performance of drilling slurries.
Initially used in combination with bentonite, they are now also applied independently when higher performance is required.
Their molecular structure allows controlled viscosity increase, optimization of fluid behavior, and adaptation to different working conditions.
Polymers to Improve Performance
+ View solutions Drilling Water-soluble synthetic polymers designed to increase viscosity and improve drilling fluid performance across different ground conditions. · APESMUD 11 S · APESMUD 22 S · APESMUD 22 L ✔ Controlled viscosity increase ✔ Improved fluid stability ✔ Available in solid or liquid form Hydrofraise Cellulose-derived polymers (PAC), highly water-soluble, providing strong viscosifying capacity in hydrofraise excavation systems. · APESCELL 533 ✔ High solubility in cold water ✔ Resistant to pH and conductivity variations ✔ Compatible with bentonite preparation systems Specific Slurry Viscosification Next-generation polymers developed for applications requiring higher viscosities or increased technical performance. · APESBENT 300 ✔ Controlled enhancement of slurry performance ✔ Designed for high-demand technical applications
Control and Stabilization
+ View solutions Stabilization and Viscosity Control Formulated to prevent premature sedimentation and optimize drilling fluid reuse. · APESCRYL 86 ✔ Viscosity adjustment ✔ Extended fluid service life ✔ Improved on-site stability Controlled Destabilization and Sedimentation Designed to promote the separation of sand, sludge, and residues in trench or excavation operations. · APESBOND 100 ✔ Promotes controlled sedimentation ✔ Optimizes waste management ✔ Improves fluid cleaning processes
Sludge Management
+ View solutions Flocculants and coagulants for the dewatering of contaminated sludge in filter presses · BIFLOC range Thickening and Solidification Solid absorbent polymer that transforms drilling sludge into a transportable material within minutes. · LIZASORB 11800 ✔ Absorbs water from sludge ✔ Reduces liquid volume ✔ Facilitates transport and disposal
