GN Solids Control recently delivered a customized modular solids control system for an offshore drilling project in Northern Europe. Designed for demanding marine environments, the system combines certified safety, flexible modular construction, and international transportation compliance to support efficient offshore drilling operations.
Dual Certification for the European Market
Safety and compliance are essential for offshore equipment. The electrical equipment of the mud system is designed to meet ATEX explosion-protection requirements, while the overall equipment complies with applicable CE requirements. This combination helps the system meet the demanding safety and regulatory expectations of European offshore drilling projects.
DNV 2.7-1 Certified Offshore Lifting
Offshore lifting presents very different challenges from conventional land transportation. The modular units are designed and certified in accordance with DNV 2.7-1 requirements, providing the structural integrity and lifting safety required for offshore handling. This allows the modules to be safely transferred between supply vessels and offshore installations under challenging marine conditions.
CSC Compliance for Global Transportation
In addition to offshore lifting requirements, the modular design considers international logistics from the beginning. The transportation modules comply with CSC container requirements, facilitating both international sea transportation and inland logistics. The standardized configuration helps simplify handling and reduces the complexity associated with transporting large solids control systems between different locations.
Modular Design for Faster Rig-Up
One of the key advantages of the system is its quick-disassembly modular structure. Instead of treating the solids control system as one large fixed installation, major functional sections can be separated into transportable modules. This design significantly improves flexibility during transportation, offshore lifting, installation, and future relocation.
On site, the modular arrangement allows the system to be assembled and disconnected efficiently, helping reduce rig-up and rig-down time while maintaining reliable equipment integration.
From ATEX and CE compliance to DNV-certified lifting and CSC-compatible transportation, this project reflects GN Solids Control’s capability to provide highly customized solids control solutions for demanding offshore applications.
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