Results for tag: "Proppant"

The Proppant market is an integral part of the Oil and Gas Exploration and Production industry. Proppants are granular materials, such as sand, ceramic, or resin-coated sand, used in hydraulic fracturing operations to hold open fractures in the rock formation and allow for the flow of oil and gas. Proppants are used to increase the permeability of the rock formation and to maintain the fractures open during the production phase. Proppants are typically used in combination with other materials such as gels, foams, and acids to create a complete fracturing fluid system. The selection of the proppant type and size is based on the characteristics of the formation and the desired production rate. The Proppant market is highly competitive, with a number of companies offering a variety of products. Some of the major players in the market include U.S. Silica, Hi-Crush, Carbo Ceramics, Fairmount Santrol, and Badger Mining Corporation. Show Less Read more