Schlumberger has been granted a patent for a pump assembly with multiple pumps and lines for delivering different fluids at varying pressures. The design ensures isolation between the discharge lines for each fluid. GlobalData’s report on Schlumberger gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Schlumberger, Mobile payments was a key innovation area identified from patents. Schlumberger's grant share as of May 2024 was 51%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Dual pump assembly with isolated discharge lines for fluids

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Schlumberger Ltd

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12000236B2) discloses a pump assembly designed for delivering multiple fluids in various applications. The assembly includes a first line for a first fluid, a second line for a second fluid, and multiple pumps and suction lines to facilitate the delivery of fluids at different pressures. The system also features isolated discharge lines to ensure the separation of fluids. Additionally, a control unit is integrated to manage the flow of fluids to the respective pumps efficiently.

Furthermore, the pump assembly incorporates specific features such as the use of cement slurry and mud as the first and second fluids, respectively. It also includes provisions for introducing water and liquid additives into the system to enhance its functionality. The assembly is designed for applications in wellbores, with dedicated lines for delivering fluids at different pressures into the wellbore. Overall, the patent highlights a sophisticated pump assembly with multiple lines, pumps, and control mechanisms to optimize the delivery of various fluids in industrial settings, particularly in the oil and gas industry.

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