Acid Flushing for Scale & Deposit Removal

(Descaling & System Restoration)

Process systems often develop scale, mineral buildup, and bonded inorganic deposits that reduce efficiency, restrict flow, and impact overall heat transfer and operational performance. Acid cleaning programs are used to dissolve these deposits and restore system functionality by breaking down mineral bonds that cannot be removed through alkaline or surfactant-based cleaning alone.

In many industrial cleaning programs, acid treatment is also used as part of a controlled multi-stage cleaning cycle. After an initial alkaline cleaning phase—used to remove oils, greases, hydrocarbons, and organic soils—the system surface chemistry can remain temporarily elevated in pH. A subsequent acid flush helps not only remove remaining mineral scale and inorganic residues, but also assists in bringing system surfaces and residual solution chemistry back toward a more neutral state, supporting proper rinsing, system balance, and preparation for return to service.

This two-stage approach (alkaline clean followed by acid descaling) is commonly used in process systems, tanks, and circulation loops to ensure both organic and inorganic contamination are fully addressed.

Recommended Products:

Acid-Klenz Plus – CIP Acid Cleaner

• Removes mineral scale and inorganic buildup
• Suitable for controlled CIP and circulation cleaning programs
• Effective in tanks, process lines, and closed-loop systems
• Supports restoration of system efficiency and flow performance

AS-100 Inhibited Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)

• High-strength descaling for severe mineral deposits
• Inhibited formulation to reduce equipment and personnel corrosion risks during cleaning
• Used in aggressive restoration and heavy-scale removal applications

Acetic Acid (Glacial)

• Alternative acid treatment for selected cleaning programs
• Useful where material compatibility or controlled descaling is required
• Supports more targeted or specialized cleaning applications

Asphaltene, Paraffin & FeS Control

(Continuous Deposit Prevention)

Asphaltene and paraffin precipitation are common flow assurance challenges in crude oil production and transportation systems. These deposits can accumulate in pipelines, separators, and production equipment, restricting flow, increasing pumping costs, and contributing to unplanned downtime.

Continuous chemical treatment helps inhibit deposit formation and maintain stable hydrocarbon flow conditions, particularly in systems with changing temperature, pressure, or crude composition.

Recommended Products:

Maverick – Continuous Asphaltene & Paraffin Treatment

• Helps inhibit and control hydrocarbon deposition in active systems
• Supports improved flow assurance and operational stability
• Suitable for continuous injection and dosing programs
• Reduces buildup in pipelines, separators, and production equipment

Goose – Continuous Iron Sulfide Prevention Treatment

• Helps inhibit and control iron sulfide (FeS) and mineral deposition in active systems

• Suitable for continuous injection and downhole dosing programs

• Maintains the active iron sulfide in a stable solution to prevent deposition

Scale & Corrosion Management

(Preventative System Protection)

Scale formation and corrosion are long-term challenges in oil and gas production and processing systems. Scale deposits can restrict flow and reduce heat transfer efficiency, while corrosion can compromise equipment integrity and lead to premature system failure.

Preventative chemical programs are used to minimize these risks by controlling scale formation and inhibiting corrosion reactions within the system. These treatments are typically applied continuously or on a scheduled dosing basis to maintain long-term system reliability and extend asset life.

Treatment Programs Available by Request Only:

• Scale inhibitor solutions designed to reduce mineral deposition in production systems
• Corrosion inhibitor programs to protect pipelines, vessels, and equipment surfaces
• Custom treatment recommendations based on system chemistry, water composition, and operating conditions