Leading Designers and Manufacturers of Inflatable Packers

Your team needs reliable products in the field, which is why all of our inflatable packers have a robust construction designed to reduce the possibility of packer failure caused by unforeseen irregularities in the bore hole. To further ensure the reliability of ACIM’s packers, each product undergoes rigorous quality control during each step of its manufacture and is bench tested to its maximum pressure rating prior to shipment.

FAQs

What is the procedure for using inflatable casing packers?

Inflatable casing packers are the tools used for the repair and maintenance of oil or gas wells. The process involves connecting the inflatable casing packer to the wellhead, inflating it with compressed air and then installing a filter screen in the interior of the well. After that, a fluid-filled seal is installed to keep oil or gas from contaminating nearby areas. This procedure can be completed quickly and cost-effectively, making it an ideal solution.

How does an inflatable well-packer work?

The inflatable well packers are a versatile tool used for well maintenance and repair. It is designed to be inserted into the well casing and inflated with compressed air, which then seals off the annulus between the casing and the borehole wall. This allows technicians to make repairs or modifications to the well without having to access it directly. Inflatable well-packers are invaluable pieces of equipment in any oilfield because of their safety, reliability and cost-effectiveness.

What are the benefits of using inflatable packers for grouting?

Inflatable packers for grouting are a great way to inject grout into cracks and joints. They are easy to install, require no special tools and can be used in a variety of applications. Inflatable packers provide a tight seal that prevents the grout from leaking out, ensuring that the grout is applied evenly and effectively. Additionally, they offer flexibility in terms of positioning, allowing for a more precise application of the grout.

Ingenious Design

At ACIM, we have established an enviable reputation as a supplier of innovative inflatable packer products, applying our expertise and inspired design to cost-effectively resolve mining problems. We have listened to your individual needs and understand differing applications require unique attention. We can provide individual inflatable casing packers matched to your existing set-up or we can make them suitable to be deployed on drill rods, wireline systems or coiled tubing units. Dedicated to providing you with the most effective solution, we can work with you whether you have a standard, non-standard or unique specification.

Investing in Continuous Development

Over the years, we have produced innovative development and engineering solutions in inflatable packers, extending the application possibilities. ACIM are pioneers in the industry, manufacturing a complete range of inflatable packers including high temperature packers, which are typically used for stress testing, hydraulically or pneumatically in either single or straddle configuration for mining, civil, gas drainage, block caving, sub level caving, well testing, grouting, geotechnical and other applications.

Our Range of Inflatable Packers, Include:

Packers – Hydro Frac: Improve mine-ability of the ore body and increase production rates with hydraulic fracturing through high-pressure injections. Available in BQ, NQ, HQ & PQ sizes, custom order sizes up to 10,000psi. Ask us about our new longwall start-up kits.

Inflatable packers for Grouting: Stabilise the ground in tunnels, mines, and dams with this product. Offered in a variety of sizes, comprising of either single or straddle configuration.

Inflatable Casing Packer: Repair damaged casing for water, oil, and gas wells, in addition to the installation of casing repair patches. This is a cost-effective solution, available in a standard and non-standard range of sizes to suit various applications.

Packers – Wireline: In both hydraulic and pneumatic inflation, this product is used for permeability testing. Available in standard BQ, NQ, HQ, PQ, or custom size to order.

Packers – Inflatable Bridge Plugs: This product is used for the isolation of boreholes and can be custom-made to suit your individual requirements.

Packers – High Temperature: New pathways into geothermal energy and deep hole stress testing are being introduced along with our casing repair systems for oil and gas. Our internationally recognized high-temperature packers are also used for DST. Available in BQ, NQ, HQ & PQ sizes up to 10,000psi, we also offer custom-size orders.

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Longwall Start-Up Kits

Reduce mining delays caused by longwall start-ups with our pre-conditioning kits. This process involves the usage of hydraulic fracturing to induce caving of goaf during longwall start-ups. Ideal for all longwall mines, our pre-conditioning kits include packers up to 10,000 psi, high pressure injection rods and fracturing tools. The kit utilises common equipment found on a longwall site.

ACIM maintains locations in Australia, Chile, South Korea, Italy, Russia, America and Indonesia. For further information, get in contact with us here or call our Victorian office on 03 9543 4470.

Leading Designers and Manufacturers of Inflatable Packers

FAQs

What is the procedure for using inflatable casing packers?

How does an inflatable well-packer work?

What are the benefits of using inflatable packers for grouting?

Our Commitment to You:

Ingenious Design

Investing in Continuous Development

Our Range of Inflatable Packers, Include:

Longwall Start-Up Kits