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Discover how our reliable inflatable packer technology has helped solve mining challenges for over 25 years

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Welcome to IPI Packers

Discover how our reliable inflatable packer technology has helped solve mining challenges for over 25 years

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Permeability Testing

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Permeability Testing

SWiPS® Surface Control

Leading packer testing system - designed for permeability testing in shallow HQ and PQ wireline core holes, available in both single and straddle options

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STX-60 Well Testing

Well Testing Tool with an integral down-hole shut-in capability and setting tool, enabling more advanced permeability testing

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Standard Wireline Packer System (SWiPS®)

World-leading tool for permeability testing in deep and demanding core holes, available as standard in a range of sizes and formats.

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Setting Tool (ST)

One Tool, Multiple Applications, Elite Performance. Our ST range features a four-stage operating mechanism that enables packer inflation, annular circulation, interval testing and complete shut-in isolation

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Geopro Wireline Tool

Time-saving method for conducting permeability testing during core drilling, available in all makes of wireline core barrels

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Flow Meter Skids

Suitable for use with high pressure IPI Packers downhole tools

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Downhole Shut In Valve

Used to isolate a test section for the purpose of hydrological testing of a well, designed to run in-line above a single or straddle packer assembly

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Standard Wireline Packer System (SWiPS®)

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SWiPS® Surface Control

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STX-60 Well Testing

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Setting Tool (ST)

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Geopro Wireline Tool

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Flow Meter Skids

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Downhole Shut In Valve

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Hydraulic Fracturing

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Hydraulic Fracturing

Setting Tool (ST)

One Tool, Multiple Applications, Elite Performance. Our ST range features a four-stage operating mechanism that enables packer inflation, annular circulation, interval testing and complete shut-in isolation

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Impression Packers

Explore the IPI Impression Packer, an inflatable packer with memory retention rubber for precise sidewall imaging in open hole or casing.

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DuraFRAC® Mini

Designed for hydraulic fracturing determination of in-situ rock stresses using IPI Packers DuraFRAC® inflatable packer elements.

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DuraFRAC® Hydro

Meet the toughest water well hydraulic fracturing packer on the market, designed specifically for high-pressure water well treatment

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DuraFRAC® HP Straddle

Designed specifically to suit pre-conditioning for rock burst mitigation and for block caving via very high pressure hydraulic fracturing.

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Dual Wall Frac Pipe

Explore our innovative DuraFRAC® packer system that eliminates the use of control line for packer inflation to the surface. Suitable for high flow, high pressure and abrasive/corrosive injection treatments.

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DuraFRAC® Mini

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DuraFRAC® HP Straddle

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DuraFRAC® Hydro

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Dual Wall Frac Pipe

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Impression Packers

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Setting Tool (ST)

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Well Completion & Rehabilitation

Well Completion & Rehabilitation

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Submersible Pump Packer

Eliminates the need for production tubing when installing an Submersible Pump Packer System to provide the well casing dual use as casing and production tubing

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Slip on Casing Packer

Suitable for a range of well completion and rehabilitation applications including cement assurance and shallow gas isolation

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One Shot Cementing System

Offers a means of cementing casing while protecting lower producing zones

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HydroFORM Liner™

Explore the HydroFORM™ Liner, an advanced stainless-steel solution designed to extend well life, prevent contamination, and reduce downtime. It features a vulcanized elastomer seal for secure placement, minimal diameter loss, and no grouting, ensuring efficient repairs while maintaining pumping capacity.

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Slip on Casing Packer

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Submersible Pump Packer

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One Shot Cementing System

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HydroFORM Liner™

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Grouting

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Grouting

Grouting Packers

Offering a range of simple, lower pressure inflatable packers for grouting works and simple hydrogeological investigation applications

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Grout Free Expandable Standpipe

Eliminates non-productive cure time associated with conventional grout and the expense and inconvenience of resin grout

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Annular Diverter

Compact inward inflating annular diverter specifically designed for mineral coring to suit N, H, P sizes, suitable for use in surface operations.

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Grouting Packers

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Grout Free Expandable Standpipe

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Annular Diverter

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Flow Control

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Flow Control

Single-Shot Injection Packer

Designed for quick deployment and single-run grouting completions, for underground scenarios to control water ingress or permanently grout boreholes

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ASR Flow Control Valve

The IPI ASR Flow Control Valve ensures precise injection and recovery control in aquifer storage wells, with hydraulic actuation and stainless steel durability.

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Annular Diverter

Compact inward inflating annular diverter specifically designed for mineral coring to suit N, H, P sizes, suitable for use in surface operations.

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ASR Flow Control Valve

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Annular Diverter

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Single-Shot Injection Packer

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Custom Inflatable Solutions

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Custom Inflatable Solutions

Custom Inflatable Solutions

IPI Packers delivers high-performance inflatable packer solutions with custom engineering, in-house R&D, and proven expertise since 1999.

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Custom Inflatable Solutions

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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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