Innova Corporate is a trusted PHPA supplier for Saudi Arabia’s massive infrastructure and drilling projects. Our PHPA is widely used as a viscosifier and stabilizer in specialized drilling and foundation work for mega-projects like NEOM and The Line. For Saudi Arabia’s energy sector, our PHPA provides excellent friction reduction in drilling fluids.
Being anionic in nature, PHPA molecules attach to the positively charged edges of clay platelets, effectively binding them together. This encapsulation mechanism prevents cuttings from dispersing, making solids removal more efficient. Additionally, it forms a protective layer that slows water penetration into the shale, preventing swelling and erosion.
Technical Note: PHPA is highly stable but high temperature or high pH (>10.5) conditions should be monitored, as they can accelerate polymer hydrolysis and release ammonia traces. It should be added regularly while drilling shale sections to maintain consistent protective concentration.