Oil and gas operators across North America are under increasing pressure to deliver more production with fewer resources. The Seismos Acoustic Friction Analysis (SAFA) platform addresses this challenge by offering a surface-based, real-time alternative to traditional downhole diagnostics—bringing operators unprecedented visibility into their fracturing operations without disrupting workflows or budgets.

This white paper dives deep into how SAFA works, what it measures, and—most importantly—the tangible operational and economic benefits it provides. Using high-frequency surface sensors and proprietary algorithms, SAFA analyzes pressure oscillations during rate changes to quantify friction from the wellbore to each perforation cluster. These insights empower completions teams to fine-tune treatments in real time.

What You’ll Learn

Download this white paper to explore the six key metrics SAFA provides—perforation efficiency, uniformity index (UI), entry hole diameter (EHD), plug performance, treating pressure prediction, and bottomhole treating pressure—and how each translates into measurable improvements in well performance.

Real Use Cases

• Optimizing Perforation Schemes
  
• Tuning Fracturing Fluid Properties
  
• Improving Slurry Distribution
  
• Verifying Entry Hole Diameter (EHD)
  
• Identifying Plug Failures Early
  

Cost-Effective and Scalable

Compared to fiber optics, downhole gauges, or cameras, SAFA provides 85–98% of the frac assurance accuracy at a fraction of the cost—without requiring permanent infrastructure or job delays. It can be deployed across any well type and geologic condition, making it a versatile tool for modern completions strategies.

Economic Upside

From diesel savings and optimized friction reducer usage to improved stage completion decisions and extended stage lengths, SAFA’s value adds up fast—delivering up to $1 million per well in NPV improvement and significant reductions in treatment costs.

Download the white paper to learn how SAFA is helping completions engineers redefine performance—one stage at a time.