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The latest news, product announcements, and resources about TechTAC® anchors and related solutions.

An illustration showing pumpjacks with increasing oil production
June 5, 2026

Even in Shallow Wells, a Tubing Anchor Catcher Can Deliver Big Benefits
Petroleum engineers well understand the value of including a tubing anchor catcher (TAC) in deep-well downhole production strings. With... View More
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May 6, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Downhole Tools in Oil and Gas
The efficiency of an oil and gas extraction project often hinges on the equipment used thousands of feet below the surface. This... View More
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May 1, 2026

Heavy-Duty Mandrels: When Does It Make Sense to Use an HD Body in a TAC?
When it comes to well completions, many considerations influence the final design of a production tool string. Sometimes the well... View More
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April 7, 2026

Going to the Southwestern Petroleum Short Course? Be Sure to Visit TechTAC!
Since 1954, the Southwestern Petroleum Short Course Association (SWSPC), and its marquee event of the same name, has been a trusted... View More
Pumpjack with a canyon in the background
April 2, 2026

Optimizing a Downhole Rod Pump: A Simple Way to Boost Production and Lower Lifting Costs
Petroleum engineers have many levers they can pull to try to improve the efficiency of a downhole rod pump. Some of those tactics... View More
Oil well tubing
March 23, 2026

When Running a TAC, Why is a Right-Hand Turn Every 5-10 Stands So Important?
Significant damage could result if a tubing anchor catcher sets prematurely. Not only could the TAC itself shear, but the... View More
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Could adding TechTAC® to your designs boost production & reduce operating costs?

Maybe... but don't take our word for it. No one knows your wells like you do, so we built this Engineering Info Packet to help you evaluate our Slimline® TAC:

  • A CFD comparison of the Slimline® TAC vs. a standard B2 anchor
  • Specifications and use cases for the Slimline®
  • Testimonials from TechTAC® customers
  • A list of TechTAC® Authorized Dealers
  • And more...
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