Why Operators Are Rethinking Chemical Strategy
As oil and gas producers push to reduce lease operating expenses (LOE), chemicals remain one of the top controllable costs on the balance sheet.
Traditionally, many operators have relied on proprietary chemical blends provided by suppliers. Each comes with its own secret sauce—formulated to perform longer, offer added protection, or solve multiple problems at once. But these “premium” blends often come with trade-offs: less transparency, inconsistent compatibility, and higher costs.
Custom Chemistry: A Targeted Approach
To regain control, some producers are flipping the script—bringing chemists in-house to create tailored blends that match specific asset needs. For those able to invest in this approach, the payoff is big: precise dosing, tighter cost control, and improved performance.
But not every operator can go the custom route.
Most still depend on supplier blends that vary widely in composition. While these formulas are designed to address issues like corrosion, foaming, or hydrate formation, they often overlook one critical factor: Are the chemicals compatible with your injection system’s soft goods?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Variables like volume, chemical makeup, SCADA access, and material compatibility shift from site to site. Choosing the right chemical system is equal parts science and strategy.
Where LCO Comes In
At LCO Technologies, we get it—chemicals are complex, and compatibility issues are costly. That’s why we’ve engineered our injection platform and accessories to solve the real-world problems operators face every day, no matter what blend you’re using.
It starts with our One N’ Done (1ND) Packing—the industry’s first cartridge-style packing designed to handle all chemical compounds in the field. Universally compatible and built for the toughest installations, it eliminates the need to choose between different vee packings and drastically reduces the need for frequent replacements. One solution. Built to last.
But we didn’t stop there.
We built a suite of accessories that give operators full control over how chemicals are injected into the system. Here’s how:
🎯 Precision Dosing with Adjustable Thrust Rods (ATR)
Every asset is different—and even the same asset may need different dosing over time. Our ATR technology gives operators the ability to fine-tune injection volumes manually, without relying on rough estimates or supplier specs. That means you inject exactly what’s needed—no more, no less. Better chemical efficiency. Lower cost. Fewer performance issues.
📱 Real-Time Monitoring with the Mobile App
No more guessing. Our smart mobile app connects directly to your injection system, giving you live access to pump status, dosage rate, and system health. Whether you're in the field or in the office, you have full visibility and control at your fingertips.
📡 SCADA-Ready for Remote Control
Need full-scale integration? Our systems are fully SCADA-compatible, so you can monitor and manage your injection programs remotely—from one asset to an entire field. That means faster response times, proactive troubleshooting, and a more connected operation.
⚙️ Variable Speed Control for Smarter Injection
Different blends have different viscosities, behaviors, and pressure needs. With variable speed control, you can dial in the exact injection rate your blend requires—no clogging, no surging, no second-guessing. Just smooth, consistent performance.
Put the Power in Your Hands: The Chemical Testing Kit
But compatibility isn’t just about the pump—it’s also about the seals and soft goods inside it. One of the most common failure points in any injection system is the O-ring. And not every chemical plays nice.
That’s why we created the LCO Chemical Testing Kit—a proactive tool that gives you total control over chemical selection before you ever hit the field.
With our kit, you can test your exact chemical blend against our system’s O-rings using two targeted, easy-to-perform tests. This lets you:
- Confirm material compatibility ahead of deployment
- Prevent leaks, failures, and downtime from degraded seals
- Gain confidence in your chemical program and injection equipment
In short? You get real-world insight before real-world consequences.
The Bottom Line
Whether you’re using supplier blends or in-house formulations, LCO gives you more than a pump—we give you a platform for smarter, safer, and more efficient chemical injection.
Our accessories aren’t just “extras”—they’re tools of control that put power back in your hands.
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