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Multi-Stage Plunger Lift

Flowco’s multi-stage system optimizes production in wells that exceed the limitations of conventional plunger lift, extending the effective life of plunger lift in marginal gas–liquid ratio wells.
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What is a Multi-Stage Plunger?

Flowco’s multi-stage plunger lift system is designed for wells where conventional plunger lift is limited by high line pressure, rod cut, worn tubing ID, or marginal gas–liquid ratios.

By lifting fluid in stages, this system reduces energy requirements and maximizes production efficiency.
Lifts fluid in stages for more precision use of gas energy
Operates in high-line pressure wells where conventional plungers have inconsistent plunger arrivals or operate with extended close time which limits production results
Requires less energy per cycle for cost-effective production
Extends the operational life of conventional plunger lift wells
Simple slickline installation with no workover rig required
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How It Works

Understanding Multi-Stage Plungers

  • The Multi-Stage Plunger Lift system operates with two plungers—a lower and upper—which isolate fluid slugs and lift them in a simultaneous motion when the well is opened.
  • This method reduces energy requirements by lifting fluid in controlled stages, preventing fallback and ensuring consistent production.
  • Flowco’s patented high-flow design provides the most flow-through area of any tool on the market.

The Flowco Advantage: Why Choose Our Multi-Stage Plunger?

Maximize Production in Challenging Well Conditions

Patented Spring Technology

Improves efficiency and reliability

Largest Flow-Through Tool Capacity

More fluid/gas volume, less restriction

One-Piece Set & Release

Field Serviceable Design on Wearable parts

Long-term cost savings vs other comparable forms of lift in marginal wells

Optional Auto Fluid Release or Ball & Seat Option

Types of Multi-Stage Plungers

Multi-Stage Plungers
Landing Profiles & Material Types
Designed for wells with challenging production conditions, including high-line pressure, packer-set wells, and rod-cut tubing, Flowco’s multi-stage plunger lift provides a more efficient and energy-saving fluid lift method.
  • Simultaneous fluid slug movement reduces fallback
  • Handles lower GLR wells more efficiently than conventional plungers
  • Simple slickline installation with no need for a workover rig
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Landing Profile:

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  • Collar or Tubing Stops
  • One piece unit set & install or optional 2-piece set & install

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Material Types:

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  • Alloy Steel
  • Stainless Steel

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Available Sizes:

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  • 2-1/16"
  • 2-3/8"
  • 2-7/8"
  • 3-1/2"

“An operator in the Permian Basin implemented Flowco’s Multi-Stage Plunger Lift and saw a 25% increase in production efficiency, while extending well life by an additional 12 months compared to conventional plunger lift methods.”

Major Oil & Gas Operator, Production Engineer - Permian Basin OperationsCase Study & Field Results

Case Study & Field Results

“Swapping to Flowco PPO valves extended run life by 2.5x on our high-temp South Texas wells. Zero dome failures, and our crews haven’t pulled tubing in over a year.”

- Major Oil & Gas Operator in the Permian Basin

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Compliance and Certification

Providing Data to Meet Compliance and Certification

Flowco's vapor recovery solutions are fully compliant with all relevant regulations, including EPA standards. Our systems have undergone rigorous testing and certification processes to ensure they meet the highest industry standards for safety and performance.
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Upgrade to Multi-Stage Plunger Lift for Maximum Efficiency

Talk to a Flowco expert to determine if multi-stage plunger lift is the right solution for your well conditions.
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