progressing cavity pumps

This paper presents a proposed condition indicator that estimates the wear experienced by an all-metal progressing cavity pump at any point in operation and takes into consideration the effects of downhole operating conditions.

A major variable in the life of a progressing cavity pump is the knowledge of those choosing and operating pumps that have their quirks.

The paper describes a project automating the progressing-cavity-pump well-modeling process wherein models are built and sustained automatically in a well-management system for all active PCP wells.