ProFrac, Seismos introduce new Closed Loop Fracturing technology for US basins

ProFrac and Seismos have announced a strategic partnership aimed at launching a new Closed Loop Fracturing technology, which is now accessible across all major basins in the US.

This technology represents the first large-scale deployment of a real-time quality control system that enables fully automated fracturing operations.

The system transforms how completions are measured, optimised and scaled, showcasing ProFrac's commitment to delivering fracturing technology and independently benchmarked service quality through Seismos' technology.

ProFrac executive chairman Matt Wilks said: “This partnership with Seismos builds on the foundation we have laid with ProPilot.

“By combining ProPilot's surface automation with Seismos' subsurface intelligence, we are delivering more control to operators through dynamic completion design that optimises hydrocarbon recovery. It is the next evolution of how ProFrac brings accountable performance to our customers, with Seismos acting as an independent auditor of downhole performance.”

The partnership provides two deployment models to accommodate various operator requirements.

In the supervised mode, engineers and completion teams can leverage a continuous stream of validated subsurface data for real-time optimisation of stage design, fluid placement and perforation strategy. This mode ensures that every decision is informed by precise measurements.

Alternatively, the unsupervised mode caters to operators seeking to automate processes for repeatability.

The automate mode allows the system to implement a set of pre-defined decisions based on real-time data, reducing overhead and increasing operational speed while maintaining consistency at scale without human intervention.

Seismos CEO Panos Adamopoulos said: “Seismos is the innovator who introduced the concept of 'Closed Loop Fracturing', and we are leading the market with the only patented, transparent, fully vetted technology that is years ahead of the copycats.

“True closed loop frac operations are built on the unbiased audit of frac performance, a capability only Seismos provides. ProFrac's willingness to be measured at this level speaks volumes about their commitment to performance and transparency.”

ProFrac and Seismos are actively pursuing full technology stack and crew-level integration, with the system designed to be scalable across all fleets.

This enables the implementation of Closed Loop Fracturing technology for all supermajors and leading independent operators.

"ProFrac, Seismos introduce new Closed Loop Fracturing technology for US basins" was originally created and published by Offshore Technology, a GlobalData owned brand.

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