Validating Accuracy in Automatic Well Testing (AWT) with Anatesco’s Mobile Testing Units
Ensuring Reliable Well Data with Proven Mechanical Testing Solutions
Automatic Well Testing (AWT) systems are an integral part of modern oilfield operations. They provide vital data on production rates for oil and water, enabling operators to monitor performance, optimize well output, and make critical business decisions.
However, when dealing with low-producing or high-producing wells, traditional AWT systems often introduce significant accuracy limitations, creating operational risks and financial uncertainty.
That’s where Anatesco steps in.
For nearly half a century, Anatesco has been a trusted partner in the oil patch. As a family-owned and operated company, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, continuously innovating and adapting to deliver unmatched value to our clients.
Applications of AWT Systems
AWT systems are designed to automate and simplify the well testing process. By replacing manual, time-intensive methods, they enable operators to:
✔ Measure Production Rates – Assess oil and water production from individual wells.
✔ Optimize Well Performance – Identify underperforming wells and take corrective action.
✔ Monitor Equipment Efficiency – Track flow meters, separators, and other equipment for maintenance needs.
✔ Improve Safety – Automate data collection, reducing manual labor in hazardous environments.
For mid-range wells, AWT systems are generally accurate and reliable. However, low producers and high producers often experience significant measurement discrepancies due to the limitations of flow meters, sensors, and algorithmic estimations.
Limitations of AWT Accuracy
Challenges in Low-Production Wells
🔸 Flow Sensitivity – Many AWT systems struggle to detect accurate measurements at very low flow rates, as meters are optimized for mid-to-high flow conditions.
🔸 Metering Errors – Equipment such as orifice plates and turbines may exhibit diminished accuracy when measuring minimal production volumes.
🔸 Undetected Water Cut – At low production rates, water often goes unmeasured, skewing total production figures.
Challenges in High-Production Wells
🔸 Pressure Drop Issues – High flow rates cause significant pressure drops, affecting the accuracy of meters such as orifice plates and Venturi meters.
🔸 Instrument Saturation – Ultrasonic and Coriolis meters can become overwhelmed by excessive production volumes, leading to inconsistent data.
🔸 Multiphase Complications – Simultaneous oil and water flow at high rates often leads to guesswork without proper calibration.
In both scenarios, unreliable production readings hinder operational decision-making and introduce financial risk.
Anatesco’s Solution: MiniGauge Mechanical Mobile Testing Units
Anatesco offers a proven and practical solution to validate and enhance AWT system accuracy. Our Mechanical Mobile Testing Units, known as the MiniGauge, provide verified, de-risked production data that clients can trust.
How We Deliver Unmatched Accuracy:
🔹 Mechanical Testing Methodology
Our testing units rely on proven mechanical methods, modernized for efficiency and precision. Unlike automated flow meters, which struggle under certain conditions, our units eliminate guesswork by directly measuring production volumes through:
✔ Accurate Bucket Testing – A modern interpretation of the classic bucket test, delivering precise production data for oil and water.
✔ Field-Specific Adaptability – Our units handle varied well conditions, from marginal producers to high-output wells.
✔ Calibration-Free Reliability – By avoiding complex metering systems, we remove instrument calibration errors from the equation.
🔹 In-House Water Cut Laboratory
Anatesco operates its own in-house water cut laboratory, where we take fluid samples from every well we test. This allows for highly accurate water cut measurements—critical for evaluating wells that may be candidates for shut-in or abandonment when water cuts reach unprofitable levels.
With Anatesco’s field-proven methods, clients can validate production decisions with confidence.
🔹 Comprehensive Field Testing
Anatesco’s technicians provide hands-on testing services, delivering:
✔ Accurate Production Figures – Real data to scrutinize and validate in-house AWT systems.
✔ AWT Validation – Identifying discrepancies between actual well output and AWT-reported figures, ensuring confidence in internal reporting systems.
✔ Actionable Insights – Our testing enables clients to fine-tune AWT setups for improved accuracy and performance.
Why Choose Anatesco?
At Anatesco, we understand the critical importance of accurate production data. Our clients rely on trustworthy insights to make informed decisions, and we are committed to delivering exactly that.
By combining field-proven mechanical testing with cutting-edge efficiency, we have eliminated the uncertainties associated with AWT systems.
Why Operators Trust Anatesco?
✔ De-Risked Testing – Our methods are designed to minimize errors, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
✔ Hands-On Expertise – With decades of experience, our team excels in field operations and well testing.
✔ Client-Centric Approach – We customize solutions to meet each client’s unique needs, providing actionable data that empowers operational excellence.
Conclusion
Accurate production data is the foundation of successful oilfield operations. Whether managing low producers, high producers, or anything in between, Anatesco’s MiniGauge Mechanical Mobile Testing Units provide the validation you need to trust your AWT systems.
By taking the guesswork out of well testing and delivering precise water cut measurements, we provide verified data to drive performance and profitability.
Let Anatesco help you unlock the full potential of your operations.
📩 Contact us today to learn more about our testing services and how we can support your AWT systems.
📞 Get in Touch
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