Lab Services
Laboratory testing, fluid analysis, slurry design, and compatibility support for cementing and acidizing operations across the Permian Basin.
Engineered Slurries for Customer Specifications
WTC combines lab testing and job modeling to support cementing programs with better planning and post-job review.
WTC’s cementing technology capabilities include hydraulics modeling, pre-job ECDs, post-job pressure matching, and slurries engineered to customer specifications. The company also supports ULW blends, premium LCM materials, fluid loss and gas migration control, and strength enhancement.
Technical Support Includes
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Hydraulics modeling
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Pre-job ECDs
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Post-job pressure matching
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Slurries engineered to customer specifications
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ULW blends
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Premium LCM materials
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Fluid loss control
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Gas migration control
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Strength enhancement
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Safety-Focused Field Execution
Every job is supported by trained crews, active safety oversight, and field accountability.
WTC’s safety program includes PEC Core Safety Training, active observations from Safety Management, job and yard audits, and registration on PEC and ISNetworld.
Specialty Acidizing & Chemical Treatments
WTC is equipped to support specialized treatment programs involving HCL, diverter, ClO₂, xylene, and related field applications.
For more complex acidizing operations, WTC supports specialty treatment programs using diverter, HCL, ClO₂, and xylene. One example includes a treatment involving 21K gallons of HCL, 4,500 lbs. of diverter with tracer built in, and 20K gallons of ClO₂ provided by a third party.
HCL Treatments
High-volume acidizing support for field applications requiring hydrochloric acid treatments.
Diverter Applications
Diverter support, including applications with tracer built in when required by the treatment program.
ClO₂ Support
Support for ClO₂-related treatments, including coordination with third-party providers when applicable.
Xylene Treatments
Xylene support for cleanup and treatment needs in applicable field conditions.
With deep roots in West Texas and over 30 years of cementing industry experience, our leadership team understands the challenges of well cementing and is committed to delivering solid performance on every job.
Acidizing Lab Support
WTC’s acidizing lab capabilities help evaluate fluid compatibility, blend performance, and treatment readiness.
Acid/Oil Sludge Compatibility
WTC provides acid/oil sludge compatibility testing to help identify potential issues before acid treatments are performed.
Water Analysis
Water analysis supports acidizing job planning and compatibility evaluation.
Titration Equipment
Titration capabilities help support acid concentration checks and chemistry-related job preparation.
Spectrophotometer Support
The acid lab includes a HUCK spectrophotometer for analysis support.
Emulsion & Sludge Testing
When oil samples are available, WTC can run emulsion and sludge testing prior to an acid job to help check compatibility.
Xylene Treatments
Xylene support for cleanup and treatment needs in applicable field conditions.
With deep roots in West Texas and over 30 years of cementing industry experience, our leadership team understands the challenges of well cementing and is committed to delivering solid performance on every job.
Laboratory Equipment & Testing Resources
WTC’s lab is equipped to support both cementing and acidizing job preparation.
Cement Lab Equipment
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Pressurized and atmospheric consistometers
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Chandler and Ofite UCA units
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Destructive compressive strength testing apparatus
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Ofite and Chandler viscometers
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Static fluid loss testing equipment
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Ofite SGS
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High-speed blenders
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Cement/additive balanced scales
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Pressurized mud balance
Acid Lab Equipment
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Centrifuge
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Oven
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Water bath
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Fume hood
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HUCK spectrophotometer
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Titration equipment
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Water analysis tools
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Acid/oil sludge compatibility testing support
Testing That Supports Better Field Execution
WTC’s laboratory services help connect job planning, chemistry, equipment, and field execution.
WTC’s lab capabilities support both cementing and acidizing operations. On the cementing side, the lab includes consistometers, compressive strength testing, viscometers, static fluid loss testing, high-speed blenders, balanced scales, mud/spacer compatibility testing, and general water analysis. On the acidizing side, WTC supports testing and analysis through equipment such as a centrifuge, oven, water bath, fume hood, HUCK spectrophotometer, titration equipment, water analysis, and acid/oil sludge compatibility testing.
Proven Growth. Field-Ready Performance.
8,500+
Remedial
Jobs
200+
Whipstock
Plug Jobs
15
Cement
Crews
17
Pump
Trucks
60+
Years of
Combined Experience
With deep roots in West Texas and over 30 years of cementing industry experience, our leadership team understands the challenges of well cementing and is committed to delivering solid performance on every job.
Blend & Chemistry Support
WTC supports acidizing operations with blend evaluation, surfactant technology, and compatibility-focused testing.
WTC’s acidizing technology includes everyday acid blend surfactants with strong interfacial tension and surface tension lab results. The Q1 acidizing presentation also references CrudeSurf Max, a WTC-designed additive that incorporates surfactants and solvents for select acid jobs. Common acid blend packages include NEFE, NER, AS10X, and NECS, along with HCL/Xylene blends such as 90/10 and 80/20.
Blend Support Includes
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Non-emulsifier packages
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Iron control support
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Anti-sludge formulation
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CrudeSurf Max blend support
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HCL/Xylene blend evaluation
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Emulsion and sludge testing when samples are available
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Better Testing. Better Planning. Better Field Confidence.
Better Testing. Better Planning. Better Field Confidence.
Feature Points
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Cement slurry testing and engineering
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Acid/oil sludge compatibility testing
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Water analysis
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Mud/spacer compatibility testing
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Emulsion and sludge testing when samples are available
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Blend and additive support
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Hydraulics modeling
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Post-job pressure matching
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Live remote job monitoring available at no additional cost
Safety-Focused Field Execution
Every job is supported by trained crews, active safety oversight, and field accountability.
WTC’s safety program includes PEC Core Safety Training, active observations from Safety Management, job and yard audits, and registration on PEC and ISNetworld.
Cement Laboratory Capabilities
WTC provides cement testing and slurry support designed to meet operator specifications and well conditions.
Consistometer Testing
WTC’s cement lab includes 10 CTE pressurized consistometers, 4 Chandler pressurized consistometers, and 3 CTE atmospheric consistometers to support slurry performance evaluation.
Compressive Strength Testing
WTC supports compressive strength testing with 2 Dual Cell Chandler UCA units, 1 High Pressure Dual Cell Ofite UCA, and 1 destructive compressive strength test apparatus.
Viscosity Testing
The lab includes 4 Ofite Model 900 viscometers and 1 Chandler 3530 viscometer to evaluate slurry behavior and flow characteristics.
Static Fluid Loss & SGS Testing
WTC’s cement lab includes 2 CTE Static Fluid Loss units and 1 Ofite SGS unit to help evaluate cement slurry performance.
Mud/Spacer Compatibility Testing
WTC provides mud and spacer compatibility testing to help support proper fluid interaction before cement placement.
General Water Analysis
Water analysis is available to support cementing operations and help verify compatibility with job requirements.
With deep roots in West Texas and over 30 years of cementing industry experience, our leadership team understands the challenges of well cementing and is committed to delivering solid performance on every job.
Trusted by Leading Operators Across the Permian Basin
WTC has supported field operations for respected energy companies and operators across West Texas and beyond.
With deep roots in West Texas and over 30 years of cementing industry experience, our leadership team understands the challenges of well cementing and is committed to delivering solid performance on every job.