Gas Lift Optimization with AlfanOil MPFM

AlfanOil MPFM technology plays a critical role in maximizing the efficiency and profitability of gas-lifted wells. By monitoring real-time oil production rates in response to varying gas injection volumes, operators can precisely tune injection parameters to achieve optimal performance.

The MPFM enables early detection of over-injection—an issue that can reduce bottomhole pressure, compromise formation stability, and increase operating costs. Through accurate flow diagnostics, excess gas can be reallocated to more responsive wells characterized by higher productivity index (PI) and lower water cut, thereby maximizing field-wide recovery.

Case Study – Zelten Field:
Using MPFM-driven insights to fine-tune gas injection rates resulted in a substantial production uplift, delivering an additional $335,327 in monthly revenue—a clear testament to the technology’s impact on production optimization and cost efficiency.

Application Case: Real-time Well Testing & Prod Optimization

Field Information:

  • Field: Zelten

Background:

  • On April 16, 2025, a multi-rate test was conducted on Well X3, a Gas Lift operated well, using MPFM Unit #10.

Challenges:

  • assess the well's performance and explore possibilities for enhancing its productivity.

Solution:

  • the decrease in gas injection cause increase in oil flow rate about 1810.74 Sbbl/d.
Time
(APR-2025)
Gas Injection (MSCFPD) Liquid Flow Rate (Bpd) Oil Flow Rate (Sbbl/D) WC %
11:00-17:00 2463.17 309.35 253.56 18.04%
18:15-4:00 960.05 574.63 435.3 24.24%

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