Method Of Producing Propping Agent

Author:  Lang, C. F. et al
Source:  US Patent 3,316,748
Doc ID:  1967002
Year of Publication:  1967
Abstract:  
This invention relates to system for increasing the yield of underground formations such as oil wells. More particularly, this invention concerns aluminum particles of appropriate size and strength to be readily injected into underground fractures for holding the fractures open to increase the permeability of the well to fluids, whereby the yield is increased. The invention further provides apparatus and method for producing these aluminum particles.