AES Tech Tip 3: Shale Inhibition and Testing

Shale inhibition and testing is a broad topic within the drilling fluids industry. From the more complex, insightful test procedures to those that are more limited in interpretation, in this Tech Tip, we hit on the most commonly referred tests to provide more clarity. This is the first in a series on shale interaction, where you’ll see how imprecise most tests can be and learn how reactivity with water can be controlled.