Expert Access: New Drilling Fluid Offers Environmental Advantages

This event aired on May 29, 2013 Click to Access

Join Dr. James Gaertner, director of research and development at ViChem Specialty Products, on May 29, 2013, for a live presentation and Q&A on a new water-based mud that balances performance and compliance.

Patrick Zirnhelt
James Gaertner

Dr. James “Buddy” Gaertner is Director of Research and Development for ViChem Specialty Products in Conroe, TX. He has authored several technical papers and presentations on topics from drilling fluid performance to microbial contamination of drilling fluids. Gaertner worked as an environmental consultant on industrial air quality before joining ViChem and earned a PhD. in Aquatic Resources from Texas State University

Published: Wesnesday, May 29, 2013 11 AM CST

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