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We are pleased to announce the recent delivery of essential drilling fluid processing equipment to a client in Africa. This shipment highlights our ongoing commitment to supporting efficient and reliable drilling operations in key markets worldwide.

The supplied equipment comprises two vital components of a complete solids control system: our JBQ Series Mud Agitators and GN Screw Conveyors. Each plays a critical role in ensuring smooth on-site fluid and waste management.

Optimizing Fluid Homogeneity: The JBQ Series Mud Agitator

The JBQ Mud Agitator is a core component for maintaining uniform drilling fluid properties in tanks. Our series offers robust solutions tailored to different operational needs:

For applications requiring less than 5.5 kW, our agitators utilize a cycloidal speed reducer, prized for its compact design and efficient performance in chemical mixing.

Models with 7.5 kW and above employ a durable worm gear speed reducer, delivering higher torque, stable operation, and exceptional reliability for demanding conditions.

Common power configurations, including JBQ5.5kW, JBQ7.5kW, JBQ11kW, and JBQ15kW, ensure we can provide the right mixing intensity for various tank sizes and fluid types, preventing settlement and maintaining consistent mud properties.

Efficient Solids Handling: GN Screw Conveyor

Complementing the fluid system, the GN Screw Conveyor provides a reliable and continuous method for handling drill cuttings. Designed for durability in the oil and gas environment, it efficiently transfers separated solids from equipment like shale shakers to subsequent processing units such as cuttings dryers or collection containers.

To accommodate diverse site layouts and capacity requirements, our conveyors are available in three diameters (12″, 14″, and 18″), each offering four standard length options. This flexible design allows for seamless integration into various drilling setups.

This delivery to Africa underscores our capability to equip drilling projects with integrated, high-performance components that enhance overall operational efficiency. By providing critical equipment like agitators and conveyors, we help our clients achieve greater control over their drilling fluid and waste management processes.

We are pleased to announce a significant shipment to Europe: three sets of advanced HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) Mud Recycling Systems have been successfully manufactured and dispatched to our client. This delivery underscores our commitment to providing efficient and reliable solids control solutions for the global trenchless technology market.

This order specifically includes:

2 Units of GNMS-400C Mud Recycling System

1 Unit of GNMS-200C Mud Recycling System

These systems are part of our renowned GN C Series, designed as self-contained mud recycling units. Unlike basic economy models, the C Series integrates mud recycling, storage, and mixing functions into a single, robust package. This all-in-one design makes it an ideal and efficient solution for medium to large-scale drilling operations, eliminating the need for separate storage tanks and mixing equipment. Built for performance, it features excellent multi-stage separation capabilities to ensure optimal drilling fluid management.

A Closer Look at the GN C Series:
Engineered for versatility and high performance, the GN C Series is built to handle demanding drilling fluid challenges. The models involved in this European shipment are:

GNMS-200C: Capacity of 200 GPM (50 m³/h)

GNMS-400C: Capacity of 400 GPM (100 m³/h)

Our C Series line also includes higher-capacity models like the GNMS-600C (150 m³/h) and GNMS-1000C (200 m³/h), with options for custom-designed systems to meet unique project requirements.

Primary Applications of the C Series:
The GN C Series Mud Recycling Systems are perfectly suited for a wide range of applications, including:

Trenchless HDD Projects

CBM (Coal Bed Methane) & Geothermal Well Drilling

Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) & Bored Pile Projects

Water Well Drilling

Diamond Drilling

This delivery to Europe demonstrates the international trust in GN’s engineering quality and our ability to supply critical equipment that enhances operational efficiency and environmental sustainability on drilling sites worldwide.

GN Solids Control is pleased to announce the recent shipment of a batch of High G Force Drying Shakers and Mud Agitators to a prominent customer in the Middle East. This delivery underscores our commitment to providing advanced, efficient, and reliable solids control solutions to the global energy sector, particularly in key drilling regions.

The supplied GN High G Force Drying Shaker is engineered for superior performance in primary solids control and cuttings drying. Designed to process solids from primary separation equipment, it effectively recovers valuable silts and ultra-fine sands while transforming cuttings into a consistently stackable and conveyable form. A key operational and economic advantage is its ability to achieve excellent drying results without the need for expensive chemicals or polymers. The shaker’s adjustable G-force, reaching up to an impressive 8.0 G, provides the versatility to handle a wide range of drilling conditions and material types.

Complementing the drying shaker is the reliable JBQ Series Mud Agitator, a critical component for maintaining uniform drilling fluid properties in processing tanks. For applications requiring less than 5.5 kW, our agitator utilizes a compact blender cycloid speed reducer, making it ideal for mixing tanks where space is a consideration. For higher power needs above 7.5 kW, the design incorporates a robust turbo and worm gear speed reducer. This configuration ensures large torque transmission, steady revolution, and highly reliable operation under demanding conditions. Common models in this series, such as the JBQ5.5kW, JBQ7.5kW, JBQ11kW, and JBQ15kW, offer flexible solutions to meet various system requirements.

This combination of the high-performance drying shaker and the dependable mud agitator forms an integral part of a complete GN Solids Control drilling fluids processing system. The shipment to our Middle Eastern partner reaffirms GN’s role as a trusted provider of tailored equipment that enhances operational efficiency, reduces environmental footprint, and improves overall cost-effectiveness for drilling operations worldwide.

We are proud to announce a significant milestone for our team at GN Solids Control: the shipment of 16 packages of our advanced industrial decanter centrifuges to a major offshore drilling company. This substantial order underscores the industry’s confidence in GN’s separation technology for critical, high-stakes drilling operations.

Centrifugal separation remains a cornerstone of efficient solids control. While the decanter centrifuge has operated on the same core principle for over a century, continuous innovation is what defines modern performance.

At GN, we go beyond standard manufacturing. We design and produce both high-speed decanter centrifuges and versatile three-phase centrifuges, tailoring each machine to specific separation tasks. This commitment to application-specific engineering, combined with the use of resilient, high-quality materials, directly translates to enhanced reliability, durability, and separation efficiency in challenging environments.

A key differentiator for GN is our integrated in-house PLC and electrical control system design branch. This capability gives us a distinct advantage in developing sophisticated measurement and control technology. Our proprietary control systems intelligently monitor and adjust operations, significantly boosting the performance, automation level, and operational availability of both our decanter and three-phase centrifuges, ensuring they deliver consistent results with minimal downtime.

Versatile Applications Across Operations:
The GN centrifuge portfolio is engineered to address a wide spectrum of industrial separation challenges, including:

Dewatering and thickening of sludges, drilling mud, and various suspensions.

Clarification of different process liquids.

Three-phase separation of two immiscible liquids and solids.

Classification of solid particles by grain size within a wet suspension.

Separation of solids based on density differences.

This latest delivery to the offshore sector is a testament to our equipment’s capability to meet the stringent demands of marine drilling, where reliability and precision are non-negotiable. We extend our thanks to our client for their trust and look forward to supporting their mission with our high-performance separation solutions.

We are pleased to highlight the deployment of a specialized GN Decanter Centrifuge System for oilfield wastewater treatment at a project in Africa.

Mixing Module: Ensures optimal conditioning of the wastewater feed for effective separation.

Decanter Centrifuge Module: The core separation unit, utilizing high G-force to efficiently separate solids from liquids.

Chemical Dosing Module: Provides precise addition of flocculants or other treatment chemicals to enhance separation performance.

Clean Water Recovery & Transfer Module: Handles the conveyance of clarified water for safe disposal or potential reuse, closing the treatment loop.

At the heart of the system is GN’s advanced centrifuge technology. While the decanter centrifuge has operated on a consistent principle since the 19th century, GN elevates this proven technology through modern innovation. We design our centrifuges—including both two-phase decanters and three-phase models—around specific separation tasks and client requirements. The use of resilient, high-quality construction materials significantly enhances durability and performance in demanding applications.

A key GN advantage lies in our in-house control expertise. We operate a dedicated branch for designing PLC and electrical control systems. This vertical integration allows us to implement superior electrical components and sophisticated control technology. As a result, the performance, reliability, and operational availability of our decanter and three-phase centrifuges are substantially improved, ensuring consistent results with minimal downtime.

This system delivered to Africa is more than just equipment; it represents a holistic approach to wastewater management. By integrating mixing, chemical dosing, high-efficiency separation, and water handling into a cohesive unit, we help operators reduce environmental impact, recover valuable resources, and achieve cost-effective compliance.

GN remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of separation technology, delivering customized solutions that combine proven principles with cutting-edge control and robust design for the global energy sector.