
Production Allocation
Our Production Allocation services solve a common but complex challenge in multi-well and commingled production systems: determining which zones, wells, or reservoirs are contributing to the total hydrocarbon stream. Traditional allocation methods often rely on uncertain modeling or assumptions, but we utilize high-resolution geochemical fingerprinting, including molecular and isotopic analysis of oil and gas samples, to quantify each well's contribution over time, enabling operators to precisely map drained rock volume (DRV) and assess formation communication and well performance. By tracking unique chemical signatures across intervals and over time, we help operators detect unexpected contributions, validate zonal productivity, and refine reservoir management strategies.
This is especially critical in commingled horizontal wells, stacked reservoirs, and enhanced recovery operations, where understanding flow contribution directly impacts economics, decline curve analysis, and field development planning. Our data-driven approach reduces uncertainty, supports regulatory compliance, and helps maximize recovery with greater confidence.
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Geochemistry baseline generation via core/SWC, cuttings or produced fluid analysis.
Produced fluid composition and properties (family, mobility and maturity) over time.
Delivery of quantitative oil family/stratigraphic contribution to production for each well.


Key Features & Capabilities

Customizable Dashboard
A dynamic interface provides time based insights into fluid families, well performance, and inter-well communication tied to geological layers.

Flexible Baseline Sampling
Baseline fluid families are established using core, sidewall core, cuttings, extracts, or produced fluids, allowing mathematical or statistical allocation models, tailored to project resolution needs.

Timelapse Monitoring
Regular sampling captures shifting fluid signatures and DRV trends, enabling quantitative tracking of production changes and EOR practice efficiency.

Robust End-Member Definition
Use of true rock extracts or produced fluid end-members enhances statistical confidence in high-resolution allocation models.

Case Studies - Real World Impact:
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Eagle Ford (South Texas): Geochemistry confirmed that Lower Eagle Ford wells produced solely from their target formation, no Upper Eagle Ford contribution, justifying additional development target/sticks
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URTeC: 3720662
Timelapse Geochemistry production allocation; end member definition and selection; case studies, Delaware Basin and Eagle Ford
Adam Turner*¹, Catherine Donohue¹, J. Alex Zumberge¹, Andrew Muñoz², Philip Bergeron²
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GeoMark Research, Houston TX
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Ensign Natural Resources, Houston TX
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