Friction Reducers

Hydraulic fracturing has allowed the oil and gas industry to effectively develop large deposits of oil and natural gas from underground shale formations that were long thought to be uneconomical. Hydraulic fracturing is possible because of state-of-the-art friction reducers.

Chemstream specializes in cationic and anionic friction reducers. Our team has helped oil and gas operators across the country reach new levels of efficiency with our state-of-the-art friction reducers. We offer an extensive portfolio of friction reducers and utilize our in-house laboratory to ensure the right product is selected for each job to maximize efficacy and reduce overall operating costs.


Our StimStream Product Line has a Track Record of the Following Benefits:

  • Minimal Product per Stage
  • Severe Brine Tolerant Formulations
  • State-of-the-art Pumping Equipment
  • Ultra-fast Inversion
  • High Viscosity Friction Reducers
  • Improved Sand Transport
  • Reduced Overall Costs
  • Small Footprint / Operational Efficiency