Thermal recovery demands chemistry that performs under pressure. In the challenging world of oil sands extraction, where extreme temperatures and harsh conditions are the norm, Evonik delivers high-performance chemical solutions that drive efficiency, protect assets, and support sustainable operations. Our portfolio is engineered for Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD)—a leading thermal enhanced oil recovery method used to mobilize heavy crude oil from deep reservoirs.
Why Choose Evonik for SAGD Applications?
- Proven Performance: Our additives are designed to withstand high-temperature, high-pressure SAGD environments.
- Operational Efficiency: Improve steam injection, reduce downtime, and enhance bitumen flow.
- Asset Protection: Minimize corrosion, scaling, and foam-related disruptions.
- Sustainability: Support cleaner operations with oxidants and surfactants that reduce environmental impact.
Highlight Solutions by Application Area
Evonik’s specialty additives help you optimize SAGD operations from steam system stability to bitumen mobilization. Whether you're improving fluid handling, enhancing surface prep, or removing stubborn deposits, our technologies deliver performance under pressure.
Steam System Optimization & Foam Control
Keep steam systems running smoothly with advanced defoaming and corrosion control—because efficiency starts with stability.
- Foam Control & Coupling Agents: Defoams steam systems, improves fluid handling, and acts as a corrosion inhibitor in both alkaline and acidic SAGD environments.
Bitumen Mobilization & Cleaning
Remove heavy deposits and improve system compatibility with surfactants designed for tough thermal recovery conditions.
- Wetting & Detergency Agents: Alkali-compatible surfactants for effective bitumen removal, scale cleaning, and enhanced fluid system compatibility.
Gel Forming & Breaking
Direct the flow of steam to the right oil-bearing zones.
- Polymer Initiators and Oxidants: Ammonium Persulfate, Potassium Persulfate, and Sodium Persulfate act as initiators for the formation of in-situ polymer gel blockers. Once the gels have finished their job, the oxidative power of persulfates breaks the gel to release blocked pathways.
Your Evonik Advantage
- Thermal Stability: Chemistries that remain effective in extreme SAGD conditions.
- Integrated Solutions: From foam control to cleaning and corrosion protection, our products work together to optimize recovery.
- Expert Support: Our technical teams collaborate with you to tailor solutions to your reservoir and operational needs.
Ready to Co-create the Future of Oil Sands Recovery?
Whether you're enhancing bitumen flow, protecting infrastructure, or improving steam efficiency, Evonik’s SAGD additives help you tackle the toughest thermal recovery challenges.
Explore our solutions or contact us today to start your journey toward smarter, more sustainable thermal recovery.