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Well Interventions

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Well Interventions

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Thru-Tubing Retrievable Inflatable Bridge Plug (TT-RIBP)
Live-well deployable, high expansion, temporary wellbore isolation device, suitable for use in multiple configurations and applications…
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Single Set Treatment Packer (SSTP)
Live-well deployable, high expansion, temporary wellbore treatment device, customizable to allow for multiple operational capabilities…
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Setting Tool (ST)
Versatile and efficient solution for well-testing and stimulation in both open-hole and cased-hole applications….
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Retrievable Inflatable Bridge Blue (RIBP)
Field-proven, high expansion, temporary wellbore isolation device, designed to seal below restrictions and in irregular setting profiles…
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Plug & Abandonment

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Plug & Abandonment

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Thru-Tubing Permanent Inflatable Bridge Plug (TT-PIBP)
Allows for permanent wellbore isolation in cased or open hole conditions in a live-well deployment condition…
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Permanent Inflatable Bridge Plug (PIBP)
Allows for permanent wellbore isolation applications in cased or open hole conditions….
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Environmental Plug 
IPI’s Environmental Plug, powered by DuraGRIP™ inflatable packer technology, ensures secure bi-directional zonal isolation and anchoring. With a simple valve system for efficient inflation and…
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Hydraulic Testing

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Hydraulic Testing

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Casing Integrity Test Tool (CITT)
A live-well deployable, high expansion, multi-set inflatable testing packer, providing a quick method to temporarily isolate zones within well…
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InflataTEST
First rod-conveyed multi-set inflatable packer system available in the oil and gas industry, providing cost-effective optimization in wells completed with I-PCP’s…
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Multi Set Injection Packer System (MSIPS)
Multi-cycle inflatable packer assembly designed for high flow rate and high pressure well intervention applications….
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Setting Tool (ST)
Versatile and efficient solution for well-testing and stimulation in both open-hole and cased-hole applications….
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Well Construction

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Well Construction

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Remedial Cementing Packer (RCP)
Single-set, retrievable inflatable packer designed to be conveyed through wellbore restrictions…
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Inflatable Casing Packer Kits (ICP Kits)
IPI’s Inflatable Casing Packer (ICP Kit) is a cost-effective annular isolation solution, designed for easy transport, assembly, and reliable sealing in various hole conditions….
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Inflatable Casing Packer (ICP)
Provides a reliable effective seal for zonal isolation, preventing gas migration and channeling in cement…
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Casing Circulation Tool (CCT)
Simple solution to quick fill up and circulate while running casing, developed to aid and improve casing run-in operations…
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Production

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Production

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Production Injection Packers (PIP)
IPI’s Production Injection Packer (PIP) utilizes the same advanced valving technology found in the ICP and PIBP models. Combined with IPI’s inflatable packer elements—renowned for…
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InflataLOK™
World’s first inflatable packer based, nipple-less, Insert PCP (“I-PCP”) anchor system…
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Inflatable Electrical Submersible Pump (i-ESP)
Offers a solution for selective zone production and acts as an effective torque arrestor to stabilize and protect the ESP…
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Custom Solutions & OEM Replacement Elements

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Custom Solutions & OEM Replacement Elements

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OEM Replacement
Put IPI’s advanced technology to work without replacing your entire tool string. IPI manufactures replacement elements for a variety of existing down-hole tools, including DST…
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Stuart Brown

Director

Stuart recently joined IPI as the Director of Oil and Gas, bringing with him 15 years of diverse experience in the industry, with a strong focus on inflatable packers. His extensive background encompasses a variety of roles, including field engineering, operations management, sales, and business development. This breadth of expertise, coupled with his international experience in markets across North America, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East, positions Stuart to effectively lead and expand IPI’s oil and gas operations on a global scale. Stuart holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Aberdeen and a Master’s degree in Finance from City University of London. His robust technical foundation and financial acumen uniquely empower him to drive strategic initiatives and foster growth within the company.

Masoud Jangani

Director

Masoud joined IPI Packers in 2022 as the Oil & Gas Region Manager for the Asia Pacific, bringing over 20 years of experience across operations management, technical sales, and business development in the resources sector. His diverse career spans both the mining and oil & gas industries, where he has held key leadership roles at global companies. In 2024, Masoud was appointed Director of the Mining, Water, and Geotech product lines (MWG), driving strategic growth and expansion across these sectors. Masoud holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering and graduate certificates in finance and business law.

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Dave Knell

Director

David (Dave) Knell has been involved with the manufacture and application of inflatable packers for over 35 years. He started his career as an apprentice aged 15, and within a year, was running packers offshore, in Western Australia. Dave was the first employee of IPI and has been instrumental in the development of IPI’s manufacturing facility and capabilities. His knowledge of building packers is backed by extensive experience in the field, an innate understanding of real-world applications, and a fierce attention to detail. Dave is currently focused on expanding IPI’s ISO9001 certified manufacturing operations on a global scale, to better serve customers and to foster the continued growth of the company.

Francis Ford

Director

Francis joined IPI in 2005, based in Perth, Western Australia, as an apprentice. He developed his skills in manufacturing, tool and packer design and field operations across multiple industries – mining, water, civil/construction and oil & gas. His level of expertise and understanding enabled him to progress into leading IPI’s R&D efforts as manager. This included leading key custom / OEM designs and their practical developments, for multiple clients as well as continuing to progress the design and development of IPI’s unique systems. Now as engineering director, he is developing IPI’s engineering team to better support clients by improving our predictive packer modelling and fostering the continuous improvement of our packer tools and technology. A member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and author of several technical papers, he is credited in several industry patents.

Joel Adams

Director

Joel Adams is a hydrogeologist, turned packer expert who has spent 30 years applying inflatable packer technology to complex downhole problems. His experience includes well testing for nuclear waste site characterization, water resources, water rights, rock stress testing, water well rehabilitation, and plug and abandonment (P&A). Joel has been leading the team as Director – North America since 2007 and has been associated with IPI, either as a key customer, agent or employee, since its founding in 1999. He led the introduction of IPI packer technology to P&A work, offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, and the establishment of DuraFRAC® packers as the market leader in the water well hydrofrac market. With numerous publications and presentations, Joel is a recognized expert in well testing and custom packer system design.

Howard Kenworthy

Director

Howard joined IPI in 2005 as commercial manager when IPI had 5 staff and was making customized product to order. His prior career was with UK public companies in retailing and financial services, leading operating companies. He holds an MBA which he took a few years after his degree from Oxford (Philosophy, Politics and Economics). He has led IPI’s distribution development with standard products and established most of IPI’s international operations as part of his role in business planning, finance and strategy. This included joint ventures in the USA, Chile and Indonesia. He was based in South East Asia 2015 to 2022, prior to relocating to Sharjah in the UAE, from where, as Commercial Director, he continues to develop and co-ordinate planning and strategy, the group’s global distribution and financial operations.

Clem Rowe

Founder and Executive Chair

Born and bred in Western Australia, Clem is a Curtin University graduate with a degree in mechanical engineering. Early in his career, Clem worked on offshore engineering projects in Western Australia and France. While working offshore, Clem was first exposed to inflatable packers, manufactured by a small Australian company that he subsequently joined in 1988 as Engineering Director. Clem established IPI in 1999 and has grown it from a small Western Australian manufacturing operation, to the world-wide manufacturing and distribution organization that it is today, by carefully selecting a competent team, that shares his values of quality, innovation and customer service. Clem is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, the Institute of Hydrogeologists and the Institution of Engineers, Australia. He is the author of multiple articles and papers on inflatable packers and their application and has several international patents to his credit.

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