Agitators and Centrifugal Pumps: The Essential Components of a Mud Tank System

Mud Cleaning Systems are an essential part of any drilling operation. They are used to store and circulate drilling mud, which is a fluid that is used to lubricate and cool the drill bit, remove cuttings from the borehole, and prevent the borehole from collapsing.

Agitators and centrifugal pumps are two of the most important components of a mud tank system. Agitators are used to mix and circulate the drilling mud, while centrifugal pumps are used to move the mud from the tank to the drill bit.

Agitators

 

mud agitator2Agitators are typically powered by electric motors and have a rotating shaft with blades or paddles that are submerged in the mud. The agitator blades or paddles create turbulence in the mud, which helps to keep the solids suspended and prevents them from settling into the bottom of the tank.

There are two main types of agitators: vertical and horizontal. Vertical agitators are mounted on the side of the mud tank and have a shaft that

extends vertically into the mud. Horizontal agitators are mounted on the bottom of the mud tank and have a shaft that extends horizontally across the tank. GN agitators are Vertical agitators.

The type of agitator that is best for a particular mud tank system will depend on a number of factors, including the size of the tank, the type of drilling mud being used, and the desired level of mixing.

Centrifugal Pumps

gn centrifugal pump 5gn centrifugal pump 6Centrifugal pumps are used to circulate drilling mud from the mud tank to the drill bit. They are typically powered by electric motors and have a rotating impeller that is housed in a casing. The impeller spins at high speed, which creates a centrifugal force that forces the mud to flow through the casing and out of the pump.

Centrifugal pumps are available in a variety of sizes and flow rates. The size and flow rate of the pump that is best for a particular mud tank system will depend on the size of the tank, the type of drilling mud being used, and the desired flow rate.

 

Conclusion

Agitators and centrifugal pumps are essential components of any mud tank system. If you are interested, please send me an email to samuel@gnsolidscontrol.co,  you can help to ensure that your mud tank system operates properly and safely.

Company in Oman Requests 40B Pump Spares

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A company in Oman that manufactures tools, instruments, casts, and kits has recently requested 40B vacuum pump spares like seals, valves, air hoses, and gaskets.

GN 40B vacuum pump is a type of vacuum pump that is used in a variety of applications, including oil and gas, water treatment, and mining. They are known for their high efficiency, reliability, and durability.

The company in Oman is looking for 40B vacuum pump spares because they are experiencing a high demand for their products. They need the spares to keep their pumps running smoothly and efficiently.

GN manufacture 40B pump spares and we have a lot in stock and can ship them quickly and easily.

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In addition to 40B vacuum pumps, GN also offers a variety of other

 spares, including mud guns, agitators, hoppers, and API shaker screens. Mud guns are used to inject fluids into the ground during drilling operations. Agitators are used to mix fluids and solids. Hoppers are used to store mud in a mud tank. API shaker screens are used to filter fluids.

GN Solids Control is committed to providing its customers with the best possible products and services. They offer a wide selection of products, competitive prices, and excellent customer service.

If you are looking for 40B vacuum pump spares or other spares, please contact me to request a quote. My email is samuel@gnsolidscontrol.co

GN Vertical Cuttings Dryer: A Solids Control Solution for OBM and SBM Waste

The GN Vertical Cuttings Dryer (VCD) is a solids control equipment specially designed to treat OBM and SBM waste. It uses centrifugal force to dry drilled solids in oil or synthetic base fluids. The VCD can reduce the moisture content of cuttings to below 5%, which helps to reduce waste volume and meet environmental objectives.

The VCD is typically used in conjunction with a decanting centrifuge. The centrifuge further reduces the moisture content of the recovered mud, making it easier to transport and dispose of.

Most clients choose to mount the VCD and centrifuge on a telescopic skid. This allows the equipment to be easily moved and transported. The recovered solid mud from the centrifuge can drop into the tanks below, without requiring a transfer pump.

The VCD is fed with a 4kW screw pump. The centrifuge is fed with a 7.5kW screw pump. Both pumps are made by the German company NETZSCH. The major components of the pumps are made in Germany and assembled in China.

We can provide you with VCD and other equipment as options. If you have any questions and want to know more details please send me an email: samuel@gnsolidscontro.co

GN Solids Control Offers API Certified Shaker Screens for NOV Shakers!

GN Solids Control is a leading manufacturer of API shaker screens. Our screens are made with high-quality materials and are designed to meet the demanding standards of the oil and gas industry. We offer a wide variety of screens to fit a variety of shakers, including NOV shakers.

Our screens are API certified, meaning they are guaranteed to meet the specifications of the API(American Petroleum Institute). This certification is important to our customers because it ensures that our screens perform as expected.

We are confident that our screens will meet the needs of our customers. Our screens are made with the highest quality materials and are designed to last. We also offer a wide variety of screens to fit a variety of shakers.

Here are some additional benefits of using GN Solids Control API shaker screens:

  • Longer life: Our screens are made with high-quality materials that are designed to last. This means that you can expect your screens to last longer than screens from other manufacturers.
  • Higher efficiency: Our screens are designed to remove more solids from the drilling fluid than screens from other manufacturers. This means that you can expect to see a higher efficiency in your drilling operations.
  • Lower cost: Our screens are competitively priced. This means you can save money on your drilling operations without sacrificing quality.

If you are looking for high-quality, API-certified shaker screens, then GN Solids Control is the right choice for you. We offer a wide variety of screens to fit a variety of shakers, and we are confident that we can meet the needs of customers around the world.

If you have any questions about our screens, please do not hesitate to contact me at samuel@gnsolidscontrol.co We would be happy to answer any questions you have and help you choose the right screen for your needs.

GN Solids Control: Your One-Stop Shop for Shale Shakers and API 13C Screen Meshes

GN Solids Control is a leading manufacturer of shale shakers and API 13C screen meshes. We offer a wide range of products to meet the needs of any drilling operation.

Our shale shakers are the first stage solids control equipment in the drilling fluids processing system. They are used to remove drill cuttings from the drilling fluid while circulating and drilling. Our shakers are designed to be efficient, reliable, and durable. They are also compatible with a variety of other brands of drilling equipment, including N*V and De**ick.

Our API 13C screen meshes are the standard screen meshes used in shale shakers. They are available in a variety of sizes to accommodate different drilling fluids and drill cuttings. Our meshes are made with high quality materials and construction. They are also backed by a comprehensive warranty.

Besides, the shale shaker is very useful in the first step of the mud recycling system. It usually connected after a mud tank with a auger. After treating by a shale shaker, the drilling fluid could pumped into a cutting dryer or a centrifuge for further separation.

If you are looking for high quality, durable, and reliable shale shakers and API 13C screen meshes, then GN Solids Control is the right choice for you. Contact me at +8618034263511 today to learn more about our products and services.↳

 

GN Vertical Cuting Dryer is a Very Effective and Environment-friendly Equipment

Environmental protection is a major concern in the oil and gas industry. One of the ways that the industry is working to reduce its environmental impact is by using equipment in drilling fluid solids control systems. The vertical cutting dryer is a very effective tool.

Cutting dryers are a type of centrifugal separator that uses a rotating drum to separate solids from drilling fluid. The solids are then dried and can be disposed of safely. This helps to reduce the amount of waste that is generated from drilling operations.

GN Vertical cutting dryer is welcomed around the world that is specifically designed for use in the oil and gas industry. It is a high-efficiency dryer that can handle a large volume of solids. It is also easy to operate and maintain.

Vertical Cuttings Dryer

GN Vertical cutting dryer is an important part of environmental protection in the oil and gas industry. It was made from good steel at the workshop. And the motor is also mounted with internationally famous brands. This helps to protect the environment and save costs.

In addition to reducing waste, cutting dryers also help to improve the quality of drilling fluids. This is because the solids that are removed from the fluids can clog filters and pipes. Removing these solids helps to keep the fluids flowing smoothly and prevents problems like blocks with the drilling equipment.

Here are some of the benefits of using cutting dryers in drilling fluid solids control systems:

  • Reduces the amount of waste that is generated from drilling operations.
  • Improves the quality of drilling fluids, which can be used again.
  • Protects the environment, especially the soil.
  • Easy to operate and maintain, it can be mounted on a skid with other equipment like agitators, shale shakers, and decanter centrifuges.
  • Cost-effective, becuase of high effective.

If you are looking for a way to reduce your environmental impact and improve the quality of your oil based drilling fluids, then you should consider using a GN cutting dryer. For more information, please feel free to call me with whatsapp at +8618034263511.

These days I finished several quotations about API screens for UAE customers!

Shaker screen mesh is a type of screen that uses vibration to separate mud. It is made of a woven wire mesh that is stretched over a frame. The mesh is vibrated by an electric motor on the shale shakers, which causes the materials to move across the screen. The materials are separated by their size, with the smaller materials passing through the mesh and the larger materials being retained on the screen.

Vibrating screen mesh is used in a variety of industries, including mining, quarrying, and recycling. It is also used in the food and beverage industry to separate solids from liquids.

There are many different types of vibrating screen mesh, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. This time we are talking about the mud recycling meshes: woven wire meshes.

The choice of vibrating screen mesh depends on the specific application. For example, woven wire mesh is often used in applications where the materials are not very abrasive. It usually on the second or third shakers in a mud system.

These days I had finished a few quotations about these Composite Frame Flat screens.

If you are a buyer from UAE, and you work for a trading company providing equipment for drilling projects, I would recommend that you consider using GN API shaker screen mesh in your projects. Our screen mesh is a reliable and efficient way to separate materials, and it can help you to improve the quality of your drilling projects.

If you are interested in learning more about GN screen mesh, I would recommend that you visit the website. And just contact me with whatsapp: +8618034263511.

The Installation of GN Mud Agitator (F)

GN Mud Agitator plays a very important role in solids control.  To keep both the mud uniform and the suspension of drilling mud, the mud agitator is used to agitate the mud consecutively and reliably. This agitator agitates the mud to make cuttings, silt, and sand pass the solids control system without being precipitated onto the tank bottom.

When installing the GN Mud Agitator (F), it should be lifted horizontally and placed smoothly in the position to be installed.

 

 

During installation, the agitator should be hoisted horizontally and placed stably at the position to be installed, and then the bottom plate should be fixed on the pad (welded on the tank surface) with an M16×50 bolt assembly.

 

First of all, it is necessary to check that the four pads of the fixed agitator are in a relatively horizontal position and that the error is within ±1mm, to ensure the normal operation of the equipment. If there is a centralizing sleeve, the centralizing sleeve must be perpendicular to the center of the mounting base.

 

Agitator installation dimension table

 

Motor

S/C

3Kw 5.5kw 7.5kw 11kw 15kw 18.5kw 22kw
A 772 940 990 1160 1190 1245 1245
B 419 547 507 559 559 589 589
C 390 390 390 430 430 430 430
D 320 320 320 360 360 360 360
E 330 330 330 370 370 370 370
F 260 260 260 300 300 300 300
G φ20 φ20 φ20 φ20 φ20 φ20 φ20
H 30 30 30 30 30 30 30
M Determined according to tank inner depth
L Determined according to tank inner depth

Agitator Mounting Plate

The installation location needs to be determined in advance. Choose the installation location to leave the gap between the impeller and the tank wall. Use a spirit level to maintain the absolute level of the board. Use the adjusting pads to maintain the level and mark the pad’s position.

 

Stabilizer

All GN agitators are equipped with stabilizers. The total height of the stabilizer is 200mm, install the stabilizer as follows:

The installation of the stabilizer is as follows:

  1. Put a vertical line from the center hole of the mounting base plate, and the point of contact with the tank bottom is the center point of the stabilizer
  2. After determining the installation position of the stabilizer according to the center point, weld the stabilizer sleeve to the bottom of the tank.

3.1.3 Shaft Assembly

After installing the tank bottom stabilizer, put the shaft in the tank for assembly.

  1. Put the shaft into the tank and keep the shaft upright when assembling the impeller and the shaft.
  2. Install the impeller on the mixing shaft.
  3. Put the bottom of the mixing shaft into the welded stabilizer sleeve.
  4. Connect and fasten the rigid coupling reducer end and the mixing shaft end with bolts. At this time, adjust the position of the stabilizer sleeve to make the mixing shaft vertical, and ensure that the mixing shaft rotates normally, and ensure that the stabilizer sleeve will not affect the mixing shaft rotation; otherwise, it will cause the yaw of the impeller shaft, aggravate the wear of the reducer or damage the bearing.
  5. Install the impeller and fix the impeller with bolts.
  6. When the agitator shaft is shipped from the factory, the impeller mounting holes are made according to the tank height offered by the customer.
  7. Spread a thin layer of butter on the bolt and screw it onto the mixing shaft and impeller.
  8. Fix the impeller in the corresponding position on the shaft.
  9. Tighten the bolts gradually and sequentially.
  10. If you need to install the upper impeller, the steps are the same

 Motor and Gearbox Assembly and Installation

GN  Solids Control will install the motor and gearbox before delivery.  Clients can install or disassemble as needed. For details, please refer motor/gearbox user manual. Gearbox and Motor Installation drawing please refer figure below.

Gearbox Coupling and Impeller Connection

  1. Align the shaft so that the mixing shaft and the driving shaft coupling are completely connected.
  2. Make sure there is no gap in the outer flange of the coupling. No gap means no connection bias.
  3. Align the coupling, put in and tighten the bolts, and adjust well.

Operation requirements of a disc separator running and shutdown.

It’s very dangerous if the operator didn’t read the manual carefully and violate the steps or regulations to operate a disc separator. Here are the requirements of how to start and stop a disc separator.

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One. The material entering the disc centrifuge, which must be the lower part of the decanter centrifuge tank, should reach 65°C. It has the advantage of helping to achieve a good separation, minimizing the solid phase in the material, and slowing down the clogging inside the disc centrifuge drum. In addition, it helps to extend the disassembly and cleaning time cycle of the disc centrifuge drum.

Two. The screw pump of the disc separator should be set at a flow rate of 30 cubic meters per hour. The backflow butterfly valve on the screw pump should be open. This is because the disc centrifuge’s material supply line is fitted with a strainer. The strainer barrel will filter out the fibers and oil and mud masses but blind or block the strainer barrel. Especially when the material temperature is lower than 65℃, the oil sludge is more likely to form clumps. The blockage happens when the butterfly valve wasn’t adjusted, the flow meter shows that the flow rate soon becomes smaller; when the butterfly valve was turned a bit down, the flow meter shows that the flow rate soon becomes smaller. This shows that the filter of the strainer is blocked. At this time, the slurry supply pump should be stopped a new filter barrel should be replaced, then restart the slurry supply pump, and turn the flow rate to around 9 cubic meters per hour. The blocked strainer barrel should be cleaned up quickly and installed in time, otherwise, the material supply of the disc separator will be stopped.

Operation requirements of disc separator shutdown.

First. The decanter and the centrifuge must be cleaned inside before shutdown.  The decanter needs to be stopped first, flushed, and then the centrifuge stopped and flushed. This is because, in this system, the decanter centrifuge precedes the disc centrifuge, and flushing water is relatively cleaner water than from the centrifuges.

Two. Close the ball valve of the slurry supply pipe on the inlet of the decanter centrifuge, open the valve on the flushing line of the decanter separator, turn on the flushing pump, and use flushing water for cleaning. Before flushing, lower the drum speed of the decanter to 1500 RPM and set the differential speed to 25 RPM for the best flushing effect. In addition, it is possible to flush twice with two tanks of water, due to the limitation of the water storage capacity of the disc centrifuge tank. Be sure the inside of the decanter centrifuge drum is clean. Then, turn off the pump, close the valve on the flushing pipe, and open the valve on the decanter centrifuge slurry supply pipe.

Three. The disc centrifuge continues to work until the outlet liquid position reaches 600 in the tank. Close the slurry pump, and press the partial slagging button, which will appear to make the slag current spike. You must wait for the slagging current to back down to normal; Press the partial slagging button again, and you also must wait for the slagging current to back down to normal. After that, press full slagging button once, so that the operation will empty internal material out of the disc centrifuge. The irregular operation will cause disc centrifuge motor overload and fault shutdown.

Four. Close the butterfly valve on the filter outlet pipe, open the butterfly valve on the flushing water, and switch on the flushing pump. After the flushing is completed, follow the disc centrifuge shutdown operation requirements, twice partial slagging, once full slagging, then empty the disc centrifuge rotor drum.

Five. Close the valve of the flushing pipe and open the valve on the material line so that its pipeline is in standby mode.

At last, stop the disc separator. When the drum comes to a complete off, stop the pump and turn off the power.

PS. Every day after the use of the fine shaker, use hot water to rinse, and then stop the shaker, and use tools to clean the sieve mesh surface. You must make ensure that the screen surface is clean to prevent the sediment dry on the screen surface, which could be difficult to clean, reduce the separation and spill over slurry to the outlet solid phase.

GN usually provides disk separators with centrifuges together with pumps. Besides, pumps and mud tanks are sometimes necessary. If you want more information, please visit: gnsolidscontrol.com

 

The Installation and Operation of GN 703 Linear Shaker Screen

The 703 shaker screen is a very popular vibrating screen manufactured by GN Solid Control.

Shaker screen options can be discussed by manufacturer engineers, users, and contractors. The replacement of screens should only be selected by the user.

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Changing the screen after use, if the screen mesh is damaged or needs to be replaced.  Remove the wedge, remove the screen, check whether the adhesive strip is enough, then place the new screen on the vibrating table and fix it stably.

Note: When using a shaker screen for the first time, the tension locking should be removed.  The screen mesh could be loose after working, so the operator should always check the mesh of the screen by hammering the wedge.

To adjust, turning the handle wheel near the spring clockwise will increase the angle. While turning the handle wheel counterclockwise will decrease the angle of the deck.

The scroll screen output angle adjustment can be used in both drive and lock modes. When all the mixers have been delivered, the whisk unit is at 0°. When the user uses the vibrating screen according to the characteristics of the drilling mud and the flow rate, the same screen is used, the larger the angle, the better the processing and the higher the processing capacity. As the drilling fluid exits the vibrating table, increasing the angle of the platform prevents the drilling fluid from migrating.

GNPS703 can adapt to different meshes. Generally, when the vibrating screen is the first step of separation equipment, the vibrating screen can be 30-100 meshes. When the shaker is part of the sludge remover, the screen can shake 80-200 mesh. This equipment can use 10-200 mesh screens.

In order to simplify the installation and removal of the screen, the GNPS703 has developed a quick installation process. The construction is a special type that uses tension wedges to hold the screen in place.  The structure consists of stand rods and wedges. When installing the screen for the first time, we need to check the size of the screen, for example, 1250±2mm, the tolerance should not exceed that. After the rubber slide is fixed, install the screen and stand behind the sliding screen (drilling fluid suction) and drive the wedges evenly on both sides, and push or tighten the wedges with a hammer to make both sides flat. level. Re-tension each screen.

The low density liquid separated from the shaker could pumped into a centrifuge for second separation.