Challenge

By mid-2022, Razorback Direct partnered with operators seeking to maximize value from their chemical programs while maintaining high operational standards. Facing rising costs, the need for greater efficiency, and a push for innovation in completions chemistry, operators sought a reliable partner that could streamline the chemistry sourcing process without bias. Razorback stepped in to support operators with an approach centered around performance, precision, and accountability.

Razorback Direct's Approach

Through a systematic, operator-first approach, Razorback established a robust process to achieve operators’ unique KPIs. Key operating principles guided every phase:

1. Direct Operator Focus: Razorback worked exclusively with operators pursuing a “debundled” approach, allowing direct chemistry sourcing tailored to their specific needs.
2. Access to Top-Tier Manufacturers: We vetted and partnered only with the largest, most capable base manufacturers who create and innovate their own products, ensuring high quality and supply reliability.
3. Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Razorback’s in-house lab rigorously evaluated each chemical’s efficiency, efficacy, and economics, constantly seeking ways to optimize operator costs without sacrificing quality.
4. Field Validation and Support: By managing each stage of field validation, Razorback provided onsite technical support, QA/QC, and inventory management for comprehensive, real-time performance feedback.
5. Direct Manufacturer Feedback: Data collected in the field was analyzed and shared with manufacturers, fostering innovation directly aligned with operator needs.

The Process

Razorback Direct’s process began with understanding the unique underground characteristics of each operator’s field. Samples of frac water, produced water, and cores were collected and analyzed to identify any challenges they posed. These results were shared with chemical manufacturers to gather their product recommendations, which Razorback independently verified in-house. The findings, coupled with Razorback’s performance and cost analyses, allowed operators to make data-driven decisions based on KPIs specific to their budget and completion strategies.

Results

Razorback’s operator-focused process delivered targeted outcomes:

• Customized Chemical Program: Tailored to each operator’s specific goals and budget, Razorback’s program categorized chemistries by purpose and selected top-performing options.
• Enhanced Efficiency: Operators experienced increased efficiencies and cost savings through continuous chemistry evaluation and refinement for each pad and well.
• Ongoing Innovation: Field data collected during trials was shared with manufacturers, supporting continuous product improvement and cost reduction, ensuring operators benefit from the latest advancements.

Value Provided

By bringing an unbiased, data-focused approach to completions chemistry, Razorback Direct empowered operators to:

• Optimize Chemical Spend: Focused on each project’s KPIs, Razorback helped operators reduce costs by selecting only the most effective chemistries.
• Ensure Long-Term Success: With archived data and ongoing evaluations, Razorback Direct provided a pathway to lasting improvements and innovation in chemical performance.

In partnership with leading chemical manufacturers and with a commitment to meeting each operator’s unique KPIs, Razorback Direct set a new standard for completions chemistry in unconventional wells. This collaborative, results-oriented approach ensures operators can maintain operational efficiency while achieving their budgetary and performance goals.