At KOSUN, we provide advanced Drilling Mud Tank Cleaning Equipment and Drilling Mud Cleaners, combining cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly solutions for our global clients.
How Drilling Mud Tank Cleaning Equipment Works
Drilling Mud Tank Cleaning Equipment is designed to clean and manage drilling fluids by separating solids from the mud. It typically includes shale shakers, mud cleaners, desanders, desilters, and centrifuges that work together to recycle and purify drilling fluids.
l Mud Circulation: Drilling mud passes through cleaning stages to remove solids.
l Mud Cleaner: Combines shale shakers and hydrocyclones to separate solids of different sizes.
Shale shakers remove large solids (above 100 microns).
Desanders and desilters handle smaller particles (20–100 microns).
l Fluid Recovery: Cleaned mud is returned for reuse.
l Waste Disposal: Separated solids are properly removed and disposed of.
Drilling Mud Cleaner Function
The Drilling Mud Cleaner is the second or third stage of solids control. It processes mud after the first separation stage, recovering reusable fluids and removing larger cuttings. The cleaned mud passes through vibrating screens, while particles larger than the mesh are removed.Also known as a Desander and Desilter assembly, the mud cleaner combines hydrocyclones and an underflow shaker into one efficient unit. This two-stage separation system removes and dries solids while retaining valuable drilling fluid. The hydrocyclones perform the primary separation, and their underflow is directed onto the shaker screen for final cleaning. Properly used, Drilling Mud Cleaners lower both fluid loss and waste disposal costs. In oilfield applications, they are vital for effective solids-liquid separation and maintaining drilling performance.
Applications
- Oilfield & Drilling: Maintains wellbore stability and enhances drilling efficiency.
- Cost-Effective: Recycles drilling mud to reduce costs and waste.
- Environmental Compliance: Minimizes environmental impact through responsible waste handling.
- Operational Efficiency: Ensures consistent mud quality for safer and faster drilling.
Drilling Mud Tank Cleaning Equipment plays a vital role in modern drilling operations. By maintaining clean and stable drilling fluids, it improves performance, reduces downtime, and supports sustainable and cost-effective drilling practices.
KOSUN is a leading provider of Drilling Mud Tank Cleaning Equipment and Drilling Mud Cleaners, delivering high-performance, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly solutions for both onshore and offshore drilling projects.
