Downhole Oil Water Separation (DOWS)

Downhole Oil/Water Separation (DOWS) is a bona fide Pollution Prevention technology that can be used to eliminate significant quantities the #1 oilfield waste - produced salt water. Many of America's oilfields produce fluid that is between 80% and 99% salt water and 1% to 20% oil; this ratio has a profound effect on oilfield economics. DOWS keeps an average of 85% of a well's salt water underground, below vulnerable groundwater resources, reducing operating costs and potential liabilities. Instrumentation and reliable operation frequently results in improved operating characteristics and improved economics like those shown: