Emulsifiers& De-mulsifiers
In the oil and gas industry, crude oil is rarely produced alone. It is typically mixed with formation water, creating a stubborn mixture called an emulsion. These water-in-oil emulsions are stabilized by natural surfactants in the crude, such as asphaltenes, resins, and fine solids.
This creates significant operational challenges, including:
Increased viscosity, complicating transportation and pumping.
Corrosion in pipelines and processing equipment.
Higher costs associated with transporting unwanted water.
Failure to meet the basic sediment and water (BS&W) specifications for sales oil.
A demulsifier is a specialty chemical formulation designed to rapidly and efficiently break these emulsions. It works by neutralizing the natural surfactants, destabilizing the protective film around water droplets, and promoting their coalescence into larger, separable drops that settle out by gravity.
Product Descriptions, Applications & Advantages
BRITOLYⓇ DM C-101 "The All-Rounder"
Description:
BRITOLYⓇ DM DC-101 is a versatile, fast-acting demulsifier formulated with a balanced blend of alkoxylated resins and polymers. It is designed for rapid water drop and the formation of a sharp oil-water interface, making it ideal for a wide range of standard crude oil emulsions.
Applications:
Light to medium API gravity crude oils.
Onshore and offshore production facilities with standard separator trains.
Crudes with moderate asphaltene and resin content.
Situations requiring a reliable, cost-effective general-purpose solution.
Advantages:
Rapid Dehydration: Promotes a fast initial water drop, reducing residence time in separators.
Sharp Interface: Minimizes the formation of stable intermediate rag layers.
Cost-Effective: High performance at an optimized treat rate, reducing operational expenditure.
Broad Compatibility: Effective across a wide range of common production conditions.
BRITOLYⓇ DM HC-201 "The Heavyweight"
Description:
BRITOLYⓇDM HC-201 is a high-potency demulsifier engineered specifically for heavy, asphaltenic crudes and complex emulsions. Its advanced formulation, featuring high-PO resins and hyperbranched polymers, aggressively disrupts rigid interfacial films and effectively wets fine solids.
Applications:
Heavy and extra-heavy crude oils (< 20° API).
Crudes with high asphaltene and solids content.
Stubborn emulsions with persistent, thick rag layers.
Thermal recovery operations (e.g., SAGD).
Advantages:
Superior Rag Layer Control: Effectively breaks down and minimizes difficult rag layers.
Solids Tolerance: Handles emulsions stabilized by clays, iron sulfide, and other fine solids.
High-Temperature Stability: Maintains performance in elevated temperature processes.
Potent Formulation: Achieves results at competitive dosages, even in the most challenging conditions.
BRITOLYⓇDM WP-301 "The Wax Preventer"
Description:
BRITOLYⓇDM WP-301 is a multifunctional chemical solution that combines advanced demulsification with powerful paraffin inhibition. Its unique formula includes a specialized comb polymer that not only breaks emulsions but also modifies wax crystal structure, preventing network formation that impedes flow and stabilizes emulsions.
Applications:
High pour-point and paraffinic crude oils.
Fields prone to wax deposition in flowlines and separators.
Cold-climate production operations.
Emulsions where wax crystals contribute to stability.
Advantages:
Dual-Action Technology: Demulsifies and inhibits wax in a single product, simplifying chemical programs.
Improved Flow Assurance: Prevents wax-related blockages and reduces viscosity.
Reduced Deposits: Minimizes wax build-up in process equipment, lowering maintenance costs.
Cold Climate Performance: Effective at lower processing temperatures.
Summary of the BRITOLYⓇDM Advantage
By choosing the BRITOLYⓇDM product line, you benefit from:
Targeted Formulations: A product for every challenge, from simple dehydration to the most complex heavy oil and waxy crude issues.
Proven Performance: Lab-tested and field-proven chemistries designed to maximize production efficiency.
Technical Expertise: Backed by a dedicated team committed to providing tailored solutions and on-site support.
Cost Optimization: Our products are designed to deliver superior results at optimal treat rates, ensuring the lowest total cost of operation for our clients.
BRITOLY@ Emulsifier Product Line:
Enabling Heavy Oil Transport
At BRITOLYⓇ, we provide advanced chemical solutions to overcome the challenges of transporting heavy and extra-heavy crude oils. Our specialized emulsifiers transform viscous crude into stable, pumpable oil-in-water emulsions, reducing viscosity by over 90% and enabling efficient pipeline transportation.
BRITOLYⓇ EM-501 | Pipeline Transport Emulsifier
Description:
BRITOLY EM-501 is a high-performance, cost-effective emulsifier specifically formulated to create stable oil-in-water emulsions for heavy crude transportation. This robust formulation ensures consistent performance under various operating conditions, making it the go-to choice for pipeline operations.
Applications:
Heavy crude oil pipeline transportation systems
Viscosity reduction for crude oils between 10°-18° API
Long-distance pipeline projects requiring stable emulsion maintenance
Primary emulsification at wellheads and gathering stations
Advantages:
Superior Viscosity Reduction: Achieves >90% viscosity reduction, enabling efficient pipeline flow
Excellent Emulsion Stability: Maintains stable emulsion throughout transportation distance
Cost-Effective Performance: Optimized formulation provides maximum value
Broad Compatibility: Works effectively with various heavy crude types and water qualities
BRITOLYⓇ EM-601 | Advanced Low-Dosage Emulsifier
Description:
BRITOLYⓇ EM-601 represents our next-generation emulsifier technology, featuring an environmentally conscious formulation that delivers exceptional performance at significantly reduced dosage rates. This advanced product incorporates green chemistry principles while maintaining superior emulsion stability.
Applications:
Heavy oil transport where environmental considerations are paramount
Operations using high-salinity produced water
Projects requiring reduced chemical footprint
Sustainable development initiatives
Advantages:
Reduced Environmental Impact: Features readily biodegradable components
Lower Treatment Costs: Advanced efficiency allows 30-50% dosage reduction
High Salinity Tolerance: Performs effectively in high-TDS brine environments
Enhanced Performance: Superior stabilization at lower concentration
BRITOLYⓇ EM-701 | Tailings & Slurry Specialist
Description:
BRITOLYⓇ EM-701 is a specialized dual-function emulsifier and wetting agent designed for challenging applications involving hydrocarbon-coated solids and tailings management. This unique formulation effectively emulsifies residual hydrocarbons while dispersing fine solids to prevent agglomeration.
Applications:
Oil sands slurry pipeline preparation
Tailings pond management and hydrocarbon recovery
Treatment of oil-coated solids and particulates
Slurry transportation systems
Advantages:
Dual-Action Technology: Combines emulsification with superior solids wetting
Enhanced Hydrocarbon Recovery: Liberates trapped oil from solid surfaces
Prevents Plugging: Maintains solids dispersion in slurry pipelines
Process Optimization: Simplifies operations with single-product efficiency
Why Choose BRITOLYⓇ Emulsifiers?
Proven Field Performance:
Our emulsifiers have been rigorously tested and proven in various field conditions, delivering reliable results across different crude types and operating environments.
Technical Expertise:
Backed by extensive research and development, our technical team provides comprehensive support from laboratory testing to field implementation.
Customized Solutions:
We understand that every operation is unique. Our team works closely with clients to optimize formulations for specific crude characteristics and process conditions.
Full-Cycle Support:
From initial testing to continuous operational monitoring, we partner with our clients to ensure optimal performance and cost-efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.