Spreading the technology worldwide
Today we’re heading to the North African** Sahara Desert** — a region where extreme temperatures and remoteness test every piece of equipment.
What started as a customer’s visit to our production facilities in Poland has evolved into a full-scale implementation of a technology designed to **transform oil production efficiency in one of the harshest environments on Earth.
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Adapting Advanced Engineering to Extreme Conditions
Operating in the Sahara means working with:
- Ambient temperatures exceeding +50 °C
- High gas–liquid ratios (up to 2500 scf/bbl)
- Limited access to service infrastructure
In these conditions, conventional ALS solutions often face performance and reliability issues. EP02 — a Linear electric submersible pump (LESP) — was designed precisely to overcome the challenges, like operating in harsh conditions with extended reliability.
Its linear permanent magnet motor (LPMM) provides direct reciprocating motion without mechanical conversions, minimizing wear and energy losses. The modular design allows quick customization to specific well conditions — with downhole components rated up to +175 °C, and capable of handling fluids up to 1000 cSt viscosity.
Surface Intelligence and Simplicity
The EP02 system is powered and controlled through the AK06 LM Oil production variable speed drive with the UMKA 07 controller, enabling:
- Input voltage range 380–480 V without a step-up transformer
- Built-in sine-wave output for smooth motor control
- Automatic optimization algorithms to maintain dynamic levels and prevent mechanical damage
● Quick-start setup with only six parameters required for operation
The modular VSD architecture, rated up to 150 kW, ensures low MTTR and simplified field maintenance — a key factor for desert deployment.
Downhole Design for Reliability
The downhole unit combines the advantages of SRP and ESP technologies:
Dry-type connection of the sensor module — allowing replacement without oil pumping
Plug-in power cable connector — reducing installation time to under 20 minutes
Full magnet protection — extending motor lifetime
Hydraulic compensator with flange connection — simplifying service and assembly
Available in multiple pump configurations, EP02 delivers up to 900 bbl/day with a flow head of 13,120 ft, covering a wide range of production requirements.
Additionally, EP02 Select software supports precise well modeling, ensuring that every EP02 installation operates at peak efficiency.
From Concept to Field Reality
Innovation once on paper — now working in the field. Currently, three EP02 units are deployed in the field with optimized operating conditions and performance.
We would also like to note the** high level of professionalism and dedication** shown by Sales Support Engineer Muhammad Rizky Wiguna Utama, whose expertise and commitment played a key role in the successful implementation of the EP02 project in the Sahara.
