AquaTrol & AquaTrol LV: A Smarter, Dispersible Replacement for Traditional PAC Systems
As drilling operations evolve, so do the expectations placed on fluid systems. Operators today need solutions that deliver consistent performance, simplified formulations, and regulatory compliance, without sacrificing efficiency.
AquaSol’s AquaTrol and AquaTrol LV were developed to meet that need.
These starch-based, NSF/ANSI 60/CAN-certified, fully dispersible additives are engineered as direct replacements for traditional PAC HV and PAC LV, while delivering enhanced functionality and improved system performance.
Rethinking PAC: Why Change Matters
For decades, PAC (Polyanionic Cellulose) has been widely used for fluid loss control and rheology. However, traditional PAC systems often come with limitations:
• Inconsistent dispersion, especially in low-shear mixing
• Increased viscosity at higher treatment levels
• Multi-additive dependency for full system performance
• Limited sustainability profile
AquaTrol technology addresses these challenges by delivering a multi-functional, bio-based alternative that simplifies and strengthens fluid systems.
One Product. Multiple Functions.
AquaTrol and AquaTrol LV are designed as “one-bucket” solutions, combining multiple performance benefits into a single additive:
✔ Fluid loss control
✔ Low-shear rheology development
✔ pH stability support
✔ System consistency across applications
This reduces the need for additional products, helping streamline operations and improve efficiency.
AquaTrol LV: Performance Without the Viscosity Penalty
Traditional PAC LV products often increase viscosity as treatment levels rise, limiting flexibility in system design.
AquaTrol LV is engineered differently.
It allows operators to increase concentration while maintaining manageable viscosity, delivering:
✔ Enhanced fluid loss control at higher dosages
✔ Greater formulation flexibility
✔ Improved system balance
Certified for Sensitive Applications
Both AquaTrol and AquaTrol LV are NSF/ANSI 60/CAN certified, making them suitable for:
💧 Water well drilling
🌎 Environmental and municipal projects
🏗 Applications requiring regulatory compliance
This certification ensures safety without compromising performance.
Built on Bio-Based Chemistry
Unlike traditional PAC products, AquaTrol technology is derived from renewable, starch-based chemistry, offering:
🌱 Bio-based formulation
♻️ Improved environmental profile
⚙️ High-performance functionality
🇺🇸 Reliable U.S.-based manufacturing
A Better Approach to Fluid System Design
AquaTrol and AquaTrol LV represent a shift away from complex, multi-additive systems toward simplified, high-performance solutions.
The result:
• Fewer additives
• More predictable performance
• Improved operational efficiency
• Stronger overall fluid systems
Conclusion: Performance Without Compromise
For operators looking to move beyond traditional PAC systems, AquaTrol technology provides a clear path forward.
Better dispersion. Better control. Better performance.