Drag Reducing Agent

What is DRA?

Drag Reducing Agents (DRAs), also called flow improvers, are chemical additives that minimize friction in pipelines. By reducing resistance between fluids and the pipe wall, DRAs lower energy consumption, decrease pressure drop, and improve operational efficiency. The result is safer, more cost-effective, and streamlined pipeline performance.

How Does DRA Work?

DRAs, long-chain polymers, enhance fluid flow by directly reducing turbulence inside the pipeline. They disrupt and stabilize turbulent flow, creating a smoothing effect that decreases resistance. This allows the fluid to move through the pipeline more efficiently, increasing output. These are specifically engineered through a chemical interaction that targets the fluid’s properties, optimizing operations by minimizing resistance.