This document discusses drag reducer additives that reduce pressure losses and increase flow rates in pipelines. Some key points: - Drag reducers were first discovered in the 1970s and are now used commercially to optimize pipeline throughput. They work by inhibiting turbulence near pipeline walls. - At the microscopic level, drag reducers attach to the pipeline wall and reduce friction. At the macroscopic level, this modifies system pressures and allows centrifugal pumps to operate more efficiently, increasing flow rates. - Proper dosage optimization is important. Drag reducers can increase flow rates by opening bottlenecks, reducing suction and discharge pressures, and allowing pumps to run at higher RPMs and horsepower. Continuous injection and equipment maintenance are