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Gilsonite is a natural hydrocarbon resin found in Utah that has been used in ink production for over a century. Its unique properties make it suitable for improving flow properties, viscosity, and color intensity of black ink. While it is still used in ink formulations today, its usage has declined due to the emergence of alternative resins in the ink industry.

The addition of Gilsonite, a natural bitumen modifier, can improve the performance of asphalt mixtures. Gilsonite can enhance the durability and resistance of asphalt to various flaws, such as cracking and moisture damage. Incorporating Gilsonite into asphalt mixtures is a cost-effective and sustainable way to extend the service life of roads and highways.

As complexity of wells, environmental regulations and the need to be as economically efficient as possible in the petroleum industry increases, it is more prevalent than ever to ensure and maintain wellbore integrity. The purpose of the cement sheath is to maintain wellbore integrity by providing total isolation between surrounding formations and the wellbore. One factor opposing the purpose of a cement sheath is hydrocarbon migration through a micro-annulus located at either the cement/casing interface or the cement/formation interface. Hydrocarbon migration hazards can be as minor as a few psi increase at surface to total blowout which in turn can be timely to repair, if possible, and create unwanted environmental concerns which ultimately effect economic returns.