GN Solids Control has successfully completed a GNMS-1000 HDD mud cleaning system for a Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) project. This advanced mud cleaning system has a handling capacity of 1000 GPM, specifically designed to optimize performance and efficiency in HDD operations.
The system is composed of several key components, each tailored to meet the unique needs of HDD projects. It includes a high-performance shale shaker, a mud cleaner, a jet mud mixing system, and a holding tank, all engineered to deliver optimal mud treatment and separation.
The mud cleaner is a combined unit that integrates a shale shaker along with desander and desilter cones. This combination ensures a multi-stage separation process, effectively removing solids from the drilling fluid. The desander cones remove larger particles, while the desilter cones handle finer solids, ensuring the drilling mud remains clean and well-maintained throughout the operation.
The two shale shakers are connected via a mud distribution box, which helps evenly distribute the mud across both units. The shale shakers are controlled by valves, allowing operators to manage the flow and separation process efficiently. This setup enables precise control over the mud cleaning process, enhancing the overall efficiency of the system.
In addition to the shale shakers and mud cleaner, the system is equipped with a jet mud mixing system, which ensures the consistent preparation and mixing of drilling fluid. The holding tank provides ample storage for the cleaned mud, ready to be reused in the drilling operation.
This complete mud cleaning system is designed to handle the rigorous demands of HDD projects, providing effective solids control and maintaining the quality of drilling fluid. GN Solids Control’s GNMS-1000 system is a reliable, efficient solution that supports smooth operations in various HDD applications, from trenchless drilling to utility installation. With this advanced system, GN Solids Control continues to provide top-tier equipment for the oil and gas, water well, and other drilling industries.