GN Shale Shaker and Mud Cleaner Deployed on Offshore Drilling Platform

GN Solids Control has successfully delivered an advanced shale shaker and mud cleaner package to an offshore drilling platform. The integrated unit, model GNZJ594K-S3S16NK, is designed for high-performance drilling fluid treatment in offshore environments, where space is limited and equipment reliability is critical.

This mud cleaner combines GNZS594K linear motion shale shaker on the bottom deck and a set of hydrocyclones on the top. The hydrocyclone package includes three 10-inch desander cones and sixteen 4-inch desilter cones, making the unit capable of processing large volumes of drilling mud while achieving high separation efficiency for both medium and fine solids.

The shale shaker, as the primary solids control equipment, is responsible for removing large particles from drilling fluid, preventing them from recirculating into the wellbore. With its robust construction and powerful vibration motors, the GNZS594K shaker ensures consistent and stable performance even in harsh offshore conditions.

The mud cleaner, mounted above the shaker, plays a vital role in further purifying the drilling mud. Drilling mud, also known as drilling fluid, is essential for cooling and lubricating the drill bit, stabilizing the wellbore, carrying drill cuttings to the surface, and controlling formation pressures. Maintaining the quality and properties of drilling mud is therefore critical for safe and efficient drilling operations.

By combining desander, desilter, and shale shaker into one compact unit, GN’s GNZJ594K-S3S16NK mud cleaner provides a space-saving and cost-effective solution ideal for offshore platforms. It minimizes mud losses while ensuring maximum recovery of usable fluid, contributing to both environmental protection and operational efficiency.

All equipment is manufactured by GN Solids Control, a globally recognized solids control equipment supplier with extensive experience in offshore and onshore drilling projects. GN remains committed to delivering reliable and customized solutions to clients around the world.

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