Well Testing

Surface well testing is how operators validate well performance under dynamic conditions during cleanup and commissioning, then make informed production and reservoir decisions.

APCO deploys modular, HSE‑compliant test packages, separation, choke control, calibrated metering, burner/flare and secure data acquisition to deliver decision‑grade rates, pressures/temperatures, and representative samples.

What We Do

Follow our comprehensive testing process

Initial Testing

Post‑perforation production tests and cleanup

Flow Management

Flow-back and choke management (step‑rate / transient sequences)

Sampling & Analysis

PVT and surface sampling across separator stages with chain of custody

Well Control

DST surface package support and well control interface

Monitoring

Optional real‑time remote viewing of key parameters

Standard Packages

Tailored solutions for your testing needs

Short‑duration production

cleanup → stabilised flow → pressure build‑up → PVT sampling

DST support spread

surface separation + metering + emergency shutdown integration

High‑rate cleanup

burner boom/flare stack + knockout drum + ignition control

Flow-back w/ sand‑watch

sand detection, solids management options (cyclone/filters)

  • Equipment & Instrumentation

    Typical spread - confirm inventory
    Choke manifold:

    adjustable + up/downstream pressure monitoring

    Test separators:

    2/3 phase with level/pressure control

    Measurement:

    Coriolis / orifice, calibrated gauges and transmitters

    Data header & metering runs:

    with isolation/bleed points

    Burner boom / flare stack:

    with pilots/ignition panel; knockout drum where required

    Flowback/surge tanks:

    and rated temporary lines (if required)

    Heat exchanger / indirect heater:

    (if required)

    ESD system & SSV:

    integration with site PTW

    Optional add‑ons:

    sand detection, multiphase flowmeter (MPFM), chemical injection skid, cyclone desander, filtration

  • Data & Key Deliverables

    Comprehensive reporting and analysis

    Continuous Data Acquisition

    Continuous pressure/temperature acquisition with secure storage; optional real‑time viewer

    Daily Reports

    Choke schedule; P/T; Oil Gas Water rates; BS&W; GOR; sand rate (if monitored)

    Final Report

    Calibrated datasets, time‑series plots, mass balance if required, sampling log, well activity

    Sampling

    Chain of custody records + lab certificates upon return

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