Modular Motors for Electrical Submerssible Pumps (MMESP)

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Innovate UK
Innovate UK
Innovate UK
Innovate UK
Innovate UK

£3,133,100

March 27, 2019

Sept. 27, 2020

Eectric Submersible Pump (ESP) systems provide an efficient and reliable artificial-lift method for pumping a variety of production fluids from wellbores. The ESP system typically comprises a multi-stage centrifugal pump driven by an electric motor in an integrated unit. A robust motor is a vital component of this system. A reliable motor will enable longer run-life and thus more reliable oil production. Reducing workovers and lost production will enhance operating costs. COREteQ’s motor was engineered have a run life of up to 3 times longer than existing products, which makes it ideal for offshore subsea and remote well applications such as Alaska, Arctic, and Desert. The high-temperature capability will also allow application in the growing market of geothermal-based energy applications. COREteQ has completed the development of its core technology and built motors that meet the need of the oil and gas industry. From the start, COREteQ has selected materials and developed manufacturing and assembly methods that are fit for purpose, competitive and readily scalable. The Company is now engaged in further optimisation of the manufacturing methods and elimination of material post-processing requirements as if these remain unaddressed, it will limit the Company’s competitiveness in terms of manufacturing cycle time, manufacturing yield and related costs. The processes developed to date, even though suitable for small batches, they are not considered optimal for volume manufacture to support the Company's anticipated demand