Mitigating erosion in high-proppant completions is a key factor in maximizing recovery. The trend toward longer laterals, higher proppant loads, tighter stage spacing and higher stage counts have all contributed to better operational efficiency and higher production. However, optimization has reached a tipping point where gains are offset by potential trade-offs. For any completion system, the same proppant that improves production - especially at high volumes - also can erode downhole tools to the point of failure, resulting in expensive remedial solutions or lower production, and potentially both.
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