Oil & Gas Defoamers & Foam Control Solutions
High-performance Oil & Gas Defoamers are critical components in down-, mid-, and upstream operations. From drilling and cementing to refining and transportation, controlling foam is essential to maintain efficiency and protect equipment. This guide covers the key applications where our defoamers and antifoams deliver superior performance.
Critical Applications: From Drilling to Refining
Oil and gas operations involve extreme conditions. INVINO provides specialized solutions tailored for High Temperature, High Pressure (HTHP), and severe chemical environments.
Upstream: Drilling & Cementing Solutions
INVINO provides specialized solutions tailored for High Temperature, High Pressure (HTHP) environments found in deep-well operations.
Drilling Fluids & Muds
In water-based or oil-based muds, foam reduces pump efficiency and risks blowout. Our defoamers remain stable deep underground without affecting mud rheology.
Cementing Operations
Air bubbles in cement slurry create cavities, weakening the wellbore structure. INVINO defoamers withstand extreme shear during mixing to ensure high compressive strength concrete.
Midstream: Separation & Treatment
Oil-Gas Separation
Rapid pressure drops cause dissolved gas to expand, leading to "foaming over" and crude loss. Our agents provide instant knockdown to improve separator throughput and measurement accuracy.
Amine Units (Desulfurization)
Amine units (MDEA/DEA) are prone to tower flooding due to hydrocarbon contamination. We offer specialized amine-compatible antifoams that will not poison downstream catalysts.
Downstream: Refining & Transport
Delayed Coking
At extreme temperatures (490°C+), foam carryover blocks overhead lines. Our specialized non-silicone solutions are designed to survive thermal cracking conditions in the coke drum.
Storage & Transportation
Prevent pump cavitation and improve loading efficiency for diesel, lubricants, and heavy crude. Ensures fast loading and full tank utilization during global transport.
Full Range: Oil & Gas Defoamers
From drilling muds to refinery processing, select the right grade for your operation.
| Product | Chemistry & Solids | Application & Performance | Data Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| INVINO-2430 | Silicone Emulsion (Active: 30%) |
Drilling Fluid
Standard grade for water-based muds. Excellent dispersibility. |
Download TDS |
| INVINO-8081 | Non-Silicone (Active: 100%) |
Cementing Slurry
High Shear Stable
100% active matter. Withstands high-speed mixing without entraining air. |
Download TDS |
| INVINO-1080 | Silicone (Active: 30%) |
Crude Oil Mining
Condensate
Effective for gas-liquid separation at the wellhead. |
Download TDS |
| INVINO-8130 | Silicone (Active: 20%) |
Oil & Gas Separation
Optimized for fast knockdown in separation vessels. |
Download TDS |
| INVINO-1062 | Non-Silicone (Active: 90%) |
Delayed Coking
High Temp Resistance
Prevents foam carryover in coke drums at extreme temperatures. |
Download TDS |
| INVINO-820C | Silicone Compound (Active: 25%) |
Amine Scrubbing
SAG-7133 Equivalent
Designed for Alkanolamine desulfurization. Will not foul catalysts. |
Download TDS |
Technical FAQ for Oilfield Foam Control
Q: How do you handle defoamer stability at high temperatures (over 400°C)?
Q: Will the defoamer affect the catalyst in my Amine Unit?
Q: Can your defoamer withstand high-shear mixing in cementing?
Maximize Well Productivity with Field-Proven Solutions
Don't let extreme temperatures or high pressure compromise your operation. INVINO delivers HTHP-stable, high-shear resistant defoamers designed to optimize drilling fluids, cementing, and refining efficiency.
Request High-Temp Samples Today
