LABADVANCE
We offer advanced microfluidic and chromatographic solutions to optimize processes in the oil and gas industry, medicine, and scientific research, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for our clients.
ABOUT US
Our main focus is the oil and gas industry.
The company was founded by employees of the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology with the institute's support in 2020. We continue to collaborate closely with Skoltech, developing technologies together, as well as independently creating new solutions.
The company was founded by employees of the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology with the institute's support in 2020. We continue to collaborate closely with Skoltech, developing technologies together, as well as independently creating new solutions.
CORE FOCUS AREAS
Oil and Gas Industry
LABADVANCE provides cutting-edge microfluidic and chromatographic solutions for the oil and gas industry. Our innovations in PVT analysis and hydraulic fracturing enhance analytical accuracy and reduce costs, facilitating efficient and cost-effective extraction.
Medicine
In medicine, LABADVANCE develops microfluidic technologies for creating portable diagnostic devices. Our solutions simplify microfluidic PCR tests and treatments, promoting the development of personalized medicine and improving the accessibility of medical services.
Scientific Research
LABADVANCE collaborates with scientific laboratories, supplying equipment for chemical analysis, biochemistry, and pharmaceuticals. We are committed to advancing scientific progress by providing tools for precise analysis and the development of new technologies.
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Designed for experiments on microfluidic chips that simulate reservoir rocks, this setup allows for the visualization of two-phase fluid flow, controls the formation of precipitates and emulsions, and ensures repeatability and speed of experiments.
A high-precision device for handling gases and fluids under high pressure and temperature. It features two sets of syringe reservoirs that achieve pressures up to 100 MPa, making it ideal for microfluidic systems and small-volume experiments.
A unique instrument with a micro-column for separating organic compound mixtures, equipped with a highly sensitive detector. It is designed for use in both laboratory and field conditions.
Microfluidics in medicine is a promising field that merges modern achievements in engineering, biology, and chemistry to develop innovative medical devices and technologies. LABADVANCE offers the development of specialized microfluidic systems and portable devices tailored to the specific needs of medical and biochemical laboratories.
LABADVANCE's Pressure-Volume-Temperature (PVT) studies provide deeper insights into and predictions of fluid behavior under reservoir conditions. Using microfluidic techniques, these studies significantly reduce expenses and enhance the accuracy of results, allowing for the determination of key parameters such as saturation pressure, compressibility factor, and oil formation volume factor.
LABADVANCE's hydraulic fracturing (frac) research evaluates oil backflow after frac fluid intervention, simulating processes occurring during fracturing. Microfluidic technology enables rapid data acquisition on the interaction between oil and the injection agent under representative reservoir conditions, facilitating the selection of the best additives for frac fluids.
LABADVANCE develops enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods using microfluidic experiments to optimize approaches for increasing oil extraction from reservoirs. Experiments on microfluidic chips visualize two-phase fluid flow, control the formation of precipitates and emulsions, and ensure high speed and repeatability of experiments.
Research on minimum miscibility pressure (MMP) focuses on determining the conditions for gas miscibility with reservoir oil, an important part of LABADVANCE's work. The application of microfluidic technologies significantly reduces the volume of oil needed for experiments, cuts down on their duration, improves MMP accuracy, and facilitates visual control of experimental processes.
AREAS OF WORK
LABADVANCE is addressing several key challenges in various fields using microfluidic technologies
- High Demand for Liquid and Gaseous Fossil FuelsThe use of primary and secondary extraction methods often fails to achieve high oil/gas displacement factors, presenting a challenge for the company to develop and implement enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods to optimize extraction processes.
- Complexity of Traditional Laboratory ResearchTraditional methods, such as hydraulic fracturing (frac) studies, require significant time and resources, limiting the opportunities for repeatability and detailed analysis. LABADVANCE offers microfluidic solutions that accelerate and simplify these processes.
- Need for Customized Approaches for Each Site in EOROptimizing enhanced oil recovery methods requires considering the unique characteristics of each reservoir, making microfluidic experiments on chips particularly valuable for their ability to simulate various reservoir conditions and parameters.
- Gas Miscibility Issues with Reservoir OilDetermining the minimum miscibility pressure (MMP) is an important aspect of using gas methods for enhanced oil recovery. Traditional approaches to determining MMP can be resource-intensive and time-consuming, whereas LABADVANCE's microfluidic technologies significantly speed up and simplify this process.