The Russian pumping unit for hydraulic fracturing, created by EPIC 380 and the Kronstadt Engineering Center, has completed pilot tests. The development showed stable operation under high loads and confirmed its readiness for mass production.
In the Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug, field tests of a new pumping unit for hydraulic fracturing (fracturing), developed by Russian engineers, were successfully completed. The testing was organized by the Unified Test Operator with the participation of specialists from EPIC 380 and IC Kronstadt.
The tests took place on one of deposits region and included more than 20 stages of hydraulic fracturing. The average operating pressure was about 450 atmospheres, while approximately 250 tons of proppant were injected into the formation. The inspection was carried out using modern AR technologies, which allowed experts to monitor equipment parameters in real time and evaluate the efficiency of processes.
Based on the test results, the installation demonstrated high reliability and stable operation throughout the entire test cycle. Representatives of more than ten companies—oil service organizations and equipment manufacturers—participated in the tests.
The development of a domestic pumping unit began at the beginning of 2025. It is based on a 2,500 horsepower diesel engine produced by the Ural Diesel Engine Plant. The high-pressure pump was created by the Izhevsk company “SP Omega”. The only foreign element so far remains the Winstar gearbox, but Kronstadt is already working on creating its own analogue, tests of which are scheduled for 2026.
The installation consists of more than 80% Russian components. It is capable of developing pressure up to 103 megapascals, which makes it comparable to the best world analogues. This result allows us to count on the speedy launch of mass production and the use of equipment as part of domestic hydraulic fracturing fleets.
The creation of Russian hydraulic fracturing units has become a priority after the introduction of sanctions that limited the supply of foreign technologies. Now the Russian oil and gas industry has the opportunity to carry out hydraulic fracturing entirely on the basis of its own equipment, ensuring independence from external suppliers.
Testers confirmed the readiness of domestic equipment for industrial use. The new model will be an important step in the development of Russian oilfield services and will strengthen the country’s technological independence in the field of hydrocarbon production.
The material was prepared with the support of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science as part of the Decade of Science and Technology.
Source: neftegaz.ru
