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Extracting Oil Once the oil is flowing nicely, the oil rig can be removed and replaced with a pump. The oil well and pump are now set up to last for several years or more, as long as the oil reserve lasts.
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In the pump system, an electric motor drives a gear box that moves a lever. The lever pushes and pulls a polishing rod up and down. The polishing rod is attached to a sucker rod, which is attached to a pump. This system forces the pump up and down, creating a suction that draws oil up through the well. |
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This site was last updated 05/18/08 Website developed By P.Christian © 2008
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