Category: mud system

GN Vacuum Degassers and Shale Shakers Delivered for Middle East KOC-Related Rig Projects

GN Solids Control recently completed the delivery of several batches of solids control equipment for Middle East rig projects. The supplied equipment includes GN vacuum degassers and shale shakers, which will be used as part of drilling mud treatment packages for rigs serving KOC-related projects.

As a professional manufacturer of solids control and drilling waste management equipment, GN provides complete solutions for drilling mud cleaning, solids removal, mud recovery and waste reduction. For drilling operations in the Middle East, equipment reliability, treatment efficiency, explosion-proof electrical design and suitability for harsh oilfield conditions are always important factors.

The shale shaker is the first-stage solids control equipment in the drilling mud system. It removes large drilled cuttings from the returning mud and reduces the solids loading for downstream equipment. According to different rig requirements, GN can also provide combo shale shaker solutions integrated with desander and desilter cones. This type of compact arrangement helps save installation space while improving overall mud treatment performance.

The vacuum degasser is used to remove entrained gas from drilling mud. It helps maintain stable mud density, improves mud pump performance and supports safer drilling operation, especially when gas-cut mud is encountered during drilling.

For deep drilling and high-performance mud treatment applications, GN also supplies decanter centrifuge solutions, including FHD and VFD centrifuge models. The FHD decanter centrifuge is designed for heavy-duty drilling mud treatment, while the VFD decanter centrifuge allows flexible adjustment of bowl speed and differential speed according to different mud conditions. These centrifuges are widely used for fine solids control, barite recovery and high-density mud treatment.

GN solids control equipment can be supplied as individual units or integrated into complete mud systems. The system can be customized according to mud flow rate, rig layout, tank arrangement, electrical standards and hazardous area requirements.

With continuous deliveries for Middle East rig projects, GN Solids Control further strengthens its experience in the regional oil and gas market and remains committed to providing reliable shale shaker, combo shale shaker, desander, desilter, vacuum degasser and decanter centrifuge solutions for global drilling contractors and oilfield service companies.

Reloaded: GN 10,000 BBL Liquid Mud Plant Shipped to Africa

GN Solids Control is proud to announce the successful shipment of a 10,000 BBL liquid mud plant to Africa, marking another milestone in our global drilling fluid solution journey. This large-scale system is designed to support high-demand drilling operations while maintaining flexibility, transport efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

One of the key highlights of this project is its smart modular design. Instead of building oversized single units, the system is divided into multiple 750 BBL tanks. This “break-down” strategy significantly simplifies ocean transportation and on-site installation. It also reduces lifting challenges and allows the customer to adapt the layout based on available site space. In regions where logistics and infrastructure can be challenging, this modular approach provides a clear operational advantage.

Durability is another core strength of this mud plant. Each tank is treated with a specialized anti-corrosion coating, ensuring reliable performance under harsh drilling conditions. Whether the operation uses water-based mud or oil-based mud, the system is engineered to remain stable, resistant, and long-lasting. This directly extends service life and reduces maintenance frequency, lowering total operational cost.

To enhance efficiency on site, the plant integrates MCC control rooms and multiple pump skids into one coordinated system. Operators can monitor and control the entire process remotely, improving safety and reducing manual workload. This centralized control philosophy helps achieve smoother workflow and better real-time decision-making.

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In addition, the system is equipped with an oil-based cuttings treatment unit, supporting operators in meeting strict environmental requirements. By minimizing waste impact and improving recycling capability, the plant ensures both productivity and compliance with modern environmental standards.

GN Solids Control continues to deliver full-chain drilling fluid solutions, including mud stations, solids control equipment, and cuttings treatment systems. This 10,000 BBL mud plant is not just a piece of equipment—it represents an integrated approach to efficient, reliable, and environmentally responsible drilling operations worldwide.

GN SOLIDS CONTROL Delivers 3rd 30,000BBL Offshore Liquid Mud Plant to South America

GN SOLIDS CONTROL has proudly delivered its third (LMP-3) to South America, reinforcing the company’s reputation as a trusted provider of high-performance solids control and drilling waste management solutions. Securing three orders for the same offshore mud plant model highlights the strong confidence that international clients place in GN’s technology, engineering, and service.

The 30,000BBL offshore liquid mud plant is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern offshore drilling rigs. Designed for stable and reliable mud supply, the plant integrates multiple critical functions into a single system, including dual decanter centrifuges, mixing units, storage tanks, pumping modules, and explosion-proof control systems. This all-in-one configuration ensures safe, efficient, and continuous drilling fluid treatment while minimizing the footprint on offshore platforms.

The plant’s modular design allows for rapid lifting and installation, providing precise alignment for offshore operations. Each module is pre-engineered for easy assembly, ensuring quick deployment without compromising operational reliability. This approach significantly reduces setup time while maintaining consistent drilling fluid performance and protecting environmental compliance during offshore drilling projects.

The dual decanter centrifuge setup efficiently separates drilled solids from the mud, working in tandem with GN’s shale shakers to achieve optimal solids removal. By maintaining proper mud properties and enabling efficient recycling, the system supports effective drilling waste management and reduces overall operational costs.

Repeat orders of the LMP-3 liquid mud plant highlight GN SOLIDS CONTROL’s commitment to high-quality, reliable solutions for offshore drilling. Clients around the world continue to choose GN for integrated solids control, mud treatment, and drilling waste management systems that deliver long-term performance, safety, and efficiency.

With a global reputation for durability and innovation, GN SOLIDS CONTROL remains the preferred partner for offshore drilling contractors seeking top-tier liquid mud plants, shale shakers, and decanter centrifuge solutions. The LMP-3 stands as a testament to the company’s technical excellence, modular engineering, and unwavering dedication to client success worldwide.

GN Solids Control – GNTC500 Trench Cutter Slurry Treatment Plant

The Trench Cutter Wheel is a critical component in modern trench cutter operations, providing efficient cutting and excavation of soil, sand, gravel, and rock formations. To ensure smooth and continuous construction in trenching, diaphragm wall, and hydromill projects, effective management of the support slurry is essential.

GN Solids Control specializes in mud purification systems designed specifically for trench cutter applications, offering reliable solutions to maximize slurry reuse and maintain operational efficiency.

The GNTC-500A Trench Cutter Slurry Treatment Plant, developed by GN Solids Control, is engineered for projects where large volumes of bentonite slurry are used and require continuous cleaning and recycling. During trench cutter operations, excavated materials mix with the support slurry and are pumped to the surface. This mixture, containing soil, sand, gravel, and rock cuttings, must be treated to remove solids before the slurry can be reused in the trench.

The GNTC-500A system efficiently separates both coarse and fine solids from the returned slurry through a multi-stage purification process. Initially, large solids are removed using a coarse separation shale shaker unit, preventing damage to downstream equipment. Following this, fine solids are extracted using high-efficiency desander hydraucyclone and desilter hydrucyclone separation equipment, producing clean slurry that meets project requirements. By recycling the treated slurry, the system reduces the consumption of bentonite and water, lowers operational costs, and minimizes environmental impact.

All separation equipment and the desander, desilter feed pump, electrical controal systems and are installed on the holding tank and mud tank for compact design and turn-key solution.

Designed for durability and ease of operation, the GNTC-500A ensures continuous slurry circulation, reducing downtime and improving overall project efficiency. Its modular design allows flexible integration with existing trench cutter setups and simplifies maintenance. With GN Solids Control’s Trench Cutter Slurry Treatment Plant, construction teams can achieve consistent performance, protect equipment, and maintain a safe, cost-effective working environment in complex trenching projects.

GN Solids Control shale shaker, mud cleaner and decanter centrifuge to Middle East Client

GN Solids Control has successfully delivered two complete drilling rig solids control systems to a valued client in the Middle East, further strengthening GN’s presence in the international oil and gas drilling market. The project demonstrates GN’s capability to provide high-performance solids control equipment for demanding drilling operations in harsh environments.

The delivered package includes six units of GNZS594 drilling fluid shale shakers, two mud cleaners with a processing capacity of 1500 GPM each, and four high-volume VFD decanter centrifuges. These systems are designed to improve drilling fluid recovery efficiency, reduce waste discharge, and support continuous drilling operations.

The GNZS594 shale shaker is one of GN’s flagship solids control products, widely recognized for its reliable performance and durable design. Equipped with high-quality composite shaker screens and an advanced vibration system, the shale shaker effectively removes large drilled solids from the drilling fluid during the first stage of solids control. The use of six shale shakers ensures stable and efficient processing capacity for the client’s drilling rigs.

The two 1500 GPM mud cleaners combine desander and desilter technologies to remove medium and fine particles from the drilling mud. By maintaining proper mud properties, the mud cleaners help extend the service life of downstream equipment and improve drilling efficiency. Their compact structure and easy maintenance design make them suitable for both onshore and offshore drilling applications.

In addition, the package includes four high-volume VFD . These centrifuges are equipped with variable frequency drive systems, allowing operators to adjust bowl speed and differential speed according to different drilling conditions. The centrifuges provide highly efficient separation of ultra-fine solids, helping operators maintain drilling fluid performance while reducing disposal costs.

With reliable equipment quality, professional engineering support, and customized solutions, GN Solids Control continues to provide advanced solids control systems for global drilling contractors and oilfield service companies worldwide.

GN SOLIDS CONTROL Provides Reliable VFD Decanter Centrifuge Solutions for Harsh Drilling Environments

In modern oil and gas drilling operations, reliable solids control equipment plays a critical role in maintaining drilling fluid performance and improving overall operational efficiency. As a professional manufacturer of solids control and drilling waste management equipment, GN SOLIDS CONTROL continues to provide advanced decanter centrifuge solutions for demanding drilling projects worldwide.

GN SOLIDS CONTROL’s VFD decanter centrifuge system is designed with three independent Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controls, including one for the main drive motor, one for the back drive motor, and one for the feeding pump. This intelligent design allows operators to accurately adjust centrifuge performance according to different drilling conditions. In addition, the feeding pump can use a fixed-speed screw pump, simplifying the system configuration while maintaining stable operation.

To ensure safe and reliable performance, GN’s VFD centrifuge system includes interlock logic control between the centrifuge and pump control system. This integrated protection function helps prevent overload conditions and improves equipment safety during continuous operation in challenging drilling environments.

For the 14-inch decanter centrifuge positive pressurized VFD control panel, GN SOLIDS CONTROL offers two cooling options: air conditioning cooling and vortex tube cooling. Both systems can maintain the internal cabinet temperature at approximately 25°C to 30°C, providing effective protection for electrical components inside the VFD cabinet.

For high-temperature regions such as Middle East countries, GN SOLIDS CONTROL strongly recommends the air conditioning cooling system. Although the initial investment is higher, the A/C cooling system offers important advantages including air filtration and dehumidification functions. These features help protect internal electrical components from dust, moisture, and corrosion, which are common challenges in desert drilling environments.

Compared with vortex tube cooling systems that require a bigger volume air intake compared with the A/C cooling system, significantly reducing the risk of moisture entering the cabinet.

With reliable design, durable performance, and practical engineering solutions, GN SOLIDS CONTROL continues to deliver high-quality solids control and drilling waste management equipment for global drilling contractors and oilfield service companies.

GN Solids Control shale shaker for onshore and offshore drilling

In both land drilling and offshore drilling projects, efficient solids control equipment is essential for maintaining drilling fluid performance and reducing waste. As a professional manufacturer, GN Solids Control provides a full range of equipment for complete drilling fluid processing, including shale shaker for onshore and offshore, mud cleaner, decanter centrifuge, and complete mud system solutions.

The shale shaker for onshore and offshore is the first-stage equipment in the solids control process. It plays a key role in separating large drill cuttings from drilling mud and protecting downstream equipment. Depending on project requirements, operators can choose a single deck shale shaker for standard drilling applications or a duble deck shale shaker for higher processing capacity and finer screening performance. GN Solids Control offers both options to suit different rig layouts, drilling depths, and mud handling demands.

A single deck shale shaker GN Solids Conrol solution is often preferred for projects that require simple structure, reliable operation, and easy maintenance. For more demanding working conditions, the duble deck shale shaker can provide larger screen area in a compact footprint, which is especially useful for rigs where space is limited but performance requirements are high.

In addition to shale shakers, GN also manufactures high-performance mud cleaner units that combine desander cones, desilter cones, and bottom shaker screens into one compact unit. This improves solids separation efficiency and reduces the footprint of the mud system. For finer solids removal, the decanter centrifuge is widely used to separate ultra-fine particles and recover valuable drilling fluid, helping operators lower fluid cost and meet environmental requirements.

As a full-package manufacturer, GN Solids Control can supply complete mud system solutions for oil and gas drilling, HDD, CBM, geothermal, and offshore projects. With strong manufacturing capability, practical field experience, and global project references, GN continues to support drilling contractors and service companies with dependable solids control equipment and customized system solutions.

GN Solids Control Invite you to Beijing 2026 CIPPE Oil Show

Mark your calendars for the upcoming CIPPE Beijing 2026, slated for late March — a flagship oil and gas expo that stands as China’s biggest and most dynamic industry gathering, drawing professionals, enterprises and decision-makers from every corner of the globe. This premier event bridges global oil and gas communities, fuels technical exchanges and unlocks collaborative potentials, and GN Solids Control extends a warm and sincere invitation to all our worldwide partners and clients to meet us in Beijing, discover our latest solids control innovations, and explore tailored cooperation blueprints for mutual growth.

We will be stationed at China International Exhibition Center ( at Shunyi, nearby Beijing Capital International airport) for the exhbition, presenting our star-rated and industry-proven solids control product portfolio. On display will be high-efficiency shale shakers, reliable vacuum degassers, compact mud cleaners, precision decanter centrifuges, and custom-built mud recycling systems designed for diverse drilling operations, from onshore oil drilling to offshore engineering projects. Our seasoned sales and technical specialists will be present throughout the show, offering detailed product breakdowns, customized solution planning, and comprehensive after-sales support to cater to your unique operational demands.

 

Additionally, GN Solids Control’s headquarters manufacturing base is just a 2-hour drive from the exhibition venue, boasting state-of-the-art production assembly lines, rigorous quality inspection workshops and full-fledged performance testing labs. It fully showcases our robust manufacturing prowess, standardized production processes and API-compliant quality control system that guarantee product stability and durability. For clients eager to gain an up-close look at our production workflow, inspect finished products and verify technical strengths, a factory visit either before or after the exhibition is highly welcomed.

Simply reach out to our dedicated GN sales executives in advance to arrange a convenient visiting schedule, and we will arrange thoughtful reception services and targeted on-site guided tours for you. We eagerly anticipate face-to-face interactions with you at CIPPE Beijing 2026, deepening our strategic partnerships, and jointly tapping into more vast development opportunities in the global oil and gas solids control sector!

2 Sets 1000GPM HDD mud cleaning system for Australia Customer

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) is a widely used trenchless construction method for installing underground pipelines, cables, and utilities with minimal disturbance to the surface. This technology is especially advantageous in urban areas, river crossings, road crossings, and environmentally sensitive zones. During HDD operations, drilling mud plays a critical role by lubricating the drill bit, stabilizing the borehole, suspending and transporting drilled cuttings, and maintaining overall drilling efficiency. Effective management and recycling of drilling mud are therefore essential to ensure safe, economical, and environmentally responsible HDD operations.

An HDD mud recycling system significantly enhances operational efficiency and sustainability by continuously cleaning and reusing drilling fluid. Through a combination of solids control separation equipment—such as shale shakers, desanders, desilters, mud cleaners, and mud tanks—the system removes drilled solids of various particle sizes while maintaining optimal mud properties, including viscosity and density. This process reduces fresh water and chemical consumption, minimizes waste disposal volumes, lowers overall project costs, and helps prevent environmental contamination. As a result, a reliable mud recycling system is a critical component of modern HDD projects.

GN Solids Control is capable of designing, manufacturing, and supplying drilling mud cleaning and recycling systems in various sizes and configurations to suit HDD and other trenchless applications. The systems are engineered to meet different flow rate requirements, geological conditions, and local environmental regulations, while ensuring high separation efficiency and operational reliability.

Recently, GN Solids Control delivered two (2) sets of customized no-dig mud cleaning systems for an Australian client. Each system is designed with a handling capacity of 1000 GPM (approximately 240 m³/h), suitable for large-diameter and long-distance HDD projects. The systems are equipped with the following major separation and support equipment:

Two (2) sets of double-deck shale shakers, providing high fluid handling capacity and efficient coarse solids removal.

Two (2) units of 10-inch desander cone assemblies mounted on top of the shale shakers, designed for solids separation with a cut point of approximately 47 microns.

Ten (10) units of 4-inch desilter cone assemblies installed on the second double-deck shale shaker for fine solids separation with a cut point of approximately 27 microns.

Two (2) centrifugal feed pumps to supply slurry to the desander and desilter units.

One (1) centrifugal mixing pump with a 6-inch mixing hopper for preparing fresh, qualified drilling mud.

Complete auxiliary equipment including mud agitators, mud guns, an 11.5 m³ mud tank, and an integrated electrical control system for centralized operation.

This customized HDD mud recycling system ensures efficient solids removal, stable mud performance, reduced environmental impact, and reliable operation throughout the drilling process.