Polyacrylamide (PAM) is a highly versatile polymer with a significant impact across several heavy industries, notably mining and oilfield operations. NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. offers advanced PAM solutions that are critical for optimizing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring environmental compliance in these demanding sectors.

In the mining industry, PAM is primarily utilized for solid-liquid separation, a crucial step in mineral processing and tailings management. As a flocculant, it aids in the rapid aggregation of fine mineral particles and waste materials, facilitating their separation from water through sedimentation or filtration. This is particularly important in thickening mineral concentrates and dewatering tailings ponds, reducing water content and minimizing the environmental footprint of mining activities. The choice between anionic, cationic, or non-ionic PAM depends on the mineralogy and water chemistry of the specific mining site, with anionic types often preferred for flocculating positively charged mineral particles or for tailings thickening.

In the oil and gas industry, polyacrylamide plays several vital roles. It is widely used in Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques. By injecting PAM solutions into oil reservoirs, the viscosity of the injected water is increased. This improved viscosity allows the water to sweep more oil towards the production wells, displacing trapped oil and significantly boosting recovery rates. PAM acts as a 'mobility control agent', ensuring that the injected water flows more effectively through the reservoir without bypassing the oil.

Furthermore, PAM serves as a friction reducer in hydraulic fracturing operations. During high-pressure fluid injection for fracturing shale formations, friction between the fluid and the pipeline or formation can cause significant energy loss and equipment strain. Adding a small concentration of high molecular weight PAM to the fracturing fluid dramatically reduces this friction, allowing for higher flow rates with less energy input. This translates to more efficient and cost-effective fracturing jobs.

PAM is also employed in oilfield wastewater treatment, including the management of produced water and drilling muds. Its flocculating properties help to separate suspended solids and oils from water, ensuring that discharged or recycled water meets environmental standards. In drilling operations, it can act as a shale stabilizer and viscosity modifier in drilling fluids.

NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. provides specialized grades of polyacrylamide tailored to the unique demands of the mining and oilfield sectors. Our products are designed for high performance under challenging conditions, including varying water salinities, temperatures, and shear forces. We work with our clients to identify the most effective PAM type and dosage for their specific operations, whether it’s for efficient mineral thickening, maximizing oil recovery, reducing fracturing costs, or treating complex oilfield wastewater. Our commitment is to deliver solutions that enhance productivity, reduce operational expenses, and promote environmental sustainability.