What is the SRP Production and Reliability Optimization JIP?
SRP PRO JIP is a collaborative effort by SRP operators and C-FER Technologies to improve SRP equipment performance and reliability.
Identifying 4 Key Sucker Rod Pump Challenges
During recent discussions with sucker rod pump (SRP) operators, C-FER recognized the need for greater documentation and dissemination of real-world learnings across the industry.
Identified Challenges
- Results from new technology and strategy trials are not always well-documented or shared across the industry
- Technical knowledge about sucker rod pumps are scattered across the industry and may not focus on key issues for operators
- No industry failure nomenclature standard and minimum data set to guide data collection
- No standardized benchmarking analysis allowing companies to compare their run-life against industry peers
This Joint Industry Project (JIP) supports operating companies in their efforts to address these challenges and optimize their sucker rod pump performance. C-FER will act as facilitator and project manager for the JIP, and execute on project activities as directed by the participants.
Learn more about SRP PRO
What is SRP PRO?
What makes SRP PRO different?
Speaking the same language about sucker rod pump failures
Who should join SRP PRO?
The future of SRP PRO
Beneficial Impacts on Operations
By joining this JIP, you will stay up-to-date on the latest field learnings from industry peers and have the ability to quickly and effectively implement identified technologies and strategies in your own operations.
Participants of the JIP will also have access to technical documents developed by the project to support internal SRP practices.
Finally, you will be able to benchmark your equipment performance against industry peers, understand the factors driving run-life improvements, and quickly identify ways to optimize your own run-life.
Member Benefits
Technical Workshops
- Virtual technical workshops
- Open discussion technical topics of interest
- Insights on key technical challenges
Secure Website
- Secure access to all presentations, minutes and documents
- Unlimited number of company user accounts
Project Documents
- SRP Failure Nomenclature Standard
(Draft to be released in late 2025) - SRP Benchmarking Report
(Draft to be released in early 2026)
Participants
Leverage C-FER’s Experience & Third-party Perspective
For over 40 years, C-FER Technologies has been bringing artificial lift operators together to tackle challenges related to equipment reliability through Joint Industry Projects (JIPs) such as:
Drawing on our experience with failures and root cause analysis for artificial lift systems, this Joint Industry Project will tap into existing infrastructure, failure nomenclature standards, and benchmarking experience developed for the ESP and PCP industries.
C-FER’s third-party perspective ensures non-biased results.
Contributors
Christine Swaffield,
Research Engineer
Christine Swaffield is a Research Engineer with a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta, specializing in artificial lift and equipment reliability. She has over eight years of experience in the artificial lift industry, with the past five specializing in PCPs. She has experience as the project manager for C-FER’s PC-PUMP software, and management of the PCP Run-Life Improvement Joint Industry Project.
Darren Worth, PEng
Senior Research Engineer
Darren Worth is a Senior Research Engineer at C-FER. He is a Mechanical Engineer from the University of Alberta with extensive experience in artificial lift systems and a focus on data analysis and instructional roles. His contributions to the field include co-authoring reports on gas storage integrity, ESP condition monitoring, and spill response, showcasing his diverse expertise. Darren’s innovative work and presentations at international conferences highlight his commitment to advancing industry knowledge and practices.
John Sheldon
Senior Engineering Consultant
John Sheldon, an independent Senior Engineering Consultant working with C-FER Technologies, is renowned for his expertise in equipment reliability and software management. With a Bachelor of Engineering from McGill University and a Master of Science from the University of Alberta, Sheldon is a Registered Professional Engineer in Alberta and an esteemed member of APEGA. His significant contributions include managing the PCP Reliability JIP and the ESP RIFTS JIP, which have advanced reliability analyses and engineering practices.
