Products in Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals: Crosslinking Agent

Tytan™ TET is a water-soluble titanate utilized across various applications. It serves as a cross-linking agent in both aqueous and non-aqueous paints, wire enamel, and as an adhesion promoter in polyurethane systems. Notably, it forms very strong ionic bonds with metallic substrates.

Tytan™ TAA boasts an exceptional balance between reactivity and cross-linking/adhesion-improvement properties, rendering it highly suitable for significantly enhancing the performance of industrial coatings on challenging modern polymeric substrates, glass, and certain metals. It's important to note that Tytan™ TAA is exclusively applicable in solvent-based inks and coatings.

Fracsal Ultra crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in a aqueous, crosslink modifier solution. The low pour point of the winterized Fracsal Ultra makes this product ideal for use under extreme cold conditions. The standard concentration for Fracsal Ultra is 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1.5 to 6.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Ultra packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal Ultra SC crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in a aqueous, crosslink modifier solution. The low pour point of the winterized Fracsal Ultra SC makes this product ideal for use under moderately cold conditions. The standard concentration for Fracsal Ultra SC is 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1.5 to 7.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Ultra SC packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal Waterbase MP consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. The standard concentration for Fracsal Waterbase MP is 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid. Crosslink times range from 2 to 6 minutes, depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Waterbase MP packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal II crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in a hydrocarbon based carrier fluid. A standard concentration for Fracsal II is 1.0 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 3 to 5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Fracsal Waterbase EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase EM1, Fracsal Waterbase EM2, and Fracsal Waterbase EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Fracsal Waterbase EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase EM1, Fracsal Waterbase EM2, and Fracsal Waterbase EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Fracsal EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal EM1, Fracsal EM2, and Fracsal EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent and an alkaline salt modifier suspended in a carrier fluid with an extremely low aromatic content. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 2 minutes to 11.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal EM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal MS is a concentrated borate solution that is used to crosslink guar and derivatized guar-based fracture fluid systems. Fracsal MS is added continuously during the fracturing fluid pumping operation. Fracsal MS produces a unique gel structure downhole that is elastic and thermally stable. This product exhibits improved sand transport into fractures, and the ability to re-heal itself and form a stable gel structure after shearing.

Fracsal Waterbase EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase EM1, Fracsal Waterbase EM2, and Fracsal Waterbase EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Fracsal EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal EM1, Fracsal EM2, and Fracsal EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent and an alkaline salt modifier suspended in a carrier fluid with an extremely low aromatic content. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 2 minutes to 11.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal EM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Rockwater Energy XLZ - 351 is an aqueous zirconium crosslinker of triethanolamino zirconium lactate. XLZ - 351 is an effective crosslinker for low pH CMC fluids, and is ideal for use with guar and guar derivatives across a wide fluid pH and temperature range. Slightly delayed when used in neutral pH fracturing fluids.

Fracsal IV crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in a carrier fluid with an extremely low aromatic content. The standard concentration for Fracsal IV is 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 6 to 9.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal IV packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

APChem HGA 44 is a organo-metallic complex cross-linker that rapidly releases its metal hydroxide for cross-linking HGA-37 up to 121°C.

Anhui Taichang Chemical Titanate Cross-linking Agent TA-9-2 are used to cross link with sesbania gum, guar gum, carboxymethyl cellulose CMC and etc.

Rockwater Energy XLZ - 350 is an aqueous zirconium crosslinker of diisopropyl bistriethanolamino zirconate. XLZ - 350 has application across a wide range of fluid pH and temperatures. Slightly delayed when used in the crosslinking of neutral pH fracturing fluids.

Fracsal Waterbase HM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase HM1, Fracsal Waterbase HM2, and Fracsal Waterbase HM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase HM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase HM series contains a supplemental additive as a scale inhibitor or iron control. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase HM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Waterbase HM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal Waterbase HM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase HM1, Fracsal Waterbase HM2, and Fracsal Waterbase HM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase HM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase HM series contains a supplemental additive as a scale inhibitor or iron control. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase HM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Waterbase HM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Anhui Taichang Chemical Titanate Cross-linking Agent TD-5-1are applied to cross link with sesbania gum, guar gum, carboxymethyl cellulose CMC and etc.

APChem HGA 48 is an organo-metallic complex that functions as a cross-linker for hydrocarbon-based fracturing fluids. Temperature range is over 149°C.

Fracsal Waterbase HM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Waterbase HM1, Fracsal Waterbase HM2, and Fracsal Waterbase HM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Waterbase HM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous solution. Fracsal Waterbase HM series contains a supplemental additive as a scale inhibitor or iron control. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Waterbase HM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 minute to 3.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal Waterbase HM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal Waterbase crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended an aqueous, crosslink modifier solution. The standard concentration for Fracsal Waterbase is 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 1 to 8.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Fracsal I crosslinking additive consists of a specifically sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in a hydrocarbon based carrier fluid. A standard concentration for Fracsal I is 1.0 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 2 to 3 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal I packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

APChem BXL 8.5 is an aqueous borate cross-linker that contains internal buffers to automatically raise the pH of the gelled fluid to the range of 8.5 to 8.7 and enable the use of enzyme breakers. Provides an immediate cross-link for low temperature applications below 60°C.

Fracsal OS is a concentrated borate solution that is used to crosslink guar and derivatized guar-based fracture fluid systems. Fracsal OS is able to achieve low pour points by incorporating a pour point depressant that exhibits low toxicityand has excellent biodegradability. Fracsal OS solutions can achieve pour points as low as -46°C (-15°F). Required pour points for Fracsal OS may be tailored to meet specific customer requirements. This product is added continously during the fracturing fluid pumping operation. Fracsal OS produces a unique gel structure downhole that is elastic and thermally stable. This product exhibits improved sand transport into fractures, and the ability to re-heal itself and form a stable gel structure after shearing.

Fracsal EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal EM1, Fracsal EM2, and Fracsal EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent and an alkaline salt modifier suspended in a carrier fluid with an extremely low aromatic content. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 2 minutes to 11.5 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system. Fracsal EM packaging can be customized to meet specific requirements.

Fracsal Ultra EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Ultra EM1, Fracsal Ultra EM2, and Fracsal Ultra EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Ultra EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous crosslink modifier solution. Fracsal Ultra EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Ultra EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 45 seconds to 3 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

APChem BXL 10 is an aqueous borate cross-linker that contains internal buffers to automatically raise the pH of the gelled fluid to the range of 9.0 to 11.0 (optimally 10.0). Provides an immediate cross-link and is stable to 121°C.

Fracsal Ultra EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Ultra EM1, Fracsal Ultra EM2, and Fracsal Ultra EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Ultra EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous crosslink modifier solution. Fracsal Ultra EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Ultra EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 45 seconds to 3 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.

Anhui Taichang Chemical Titanate Cross-linking Agent TA-361 are applied to cross link with sesbania gum, guar gum, carboxymethyl cellulose CMC and etc.

APChem BXL-STD is a delayed borate systems which help to minimize friction pressures by delaying the cross-link time of the base gel. BXL-STD provides a 2 to 3 minute delay for HPG gels.

Fracsal Ultra EM is formulated as three separate products, Fracsal Ultra EM1, Fracsal Ultra EM2, and Fracsal Ultra EM3, each product with a different crosslink time. The Fracsal Ultra EM series consists of a specially sized, sparingly-soluble borate crosslinking agent suspended in an aqueous crosslink modifier solution. Fracsal Ultra EM series contains a solubilized alkaline salt modifier which is capable of adjusting the rate at which gelation of organic polymer occurs, without substantially altering the final pH or other characteristics of the crosslinked system. Typical usage concentrations for all Fracsal Ultra EM products is from 1 to 3 gal per 1,000 gal of fracturing fluid with crosslink times ranging from 45 seconds to 3 minutes depending upon the pH, temperature, and type of polymer-based fracturing fluid system.