GN Solids Control continues to strengthen its reputation as a reliable provider of solids control and fluid management equipment by delivering a complete package of drilling mud decanter centrifuge and centrifugal pumps to a prominent offshore drilling company.
This latest delivery highlights GN’s ability to meet the demanding requirements of offshore drilling operations, where space, reliability, and performance are crucial. The equipment supplied will play a key role in managing and treating drilling fluids, ensuring higher efficiency, environmental compliance, and reduced operational downtime.
High-Performance Decanter Centrifuge
At the center of this package is GN’s advanced GNLW series decanter centrifuge, which is widely used in oilfield drilling mud systems for solids-liquid separation. Designed with a high-speed rotating bowl and precision-balanced components, this centrifuge efficiently separates fine solids from drilling fluids, helping operators maintain optimal mud properties.
Key features include:
Bowl speed up to 3200 RPM (depending on model)
Wear-resistant tungsten carbide tiles for scroll protection
Continuous and automatic operation
Suitable for barite recovery and ultra-fine solids removal
GN centrifuges are built with offshore conditions in mind, offering robust structural design, corrosion-resistant coatings, and customizable control panels that meet explosion-proof requirements (ATEX/IECEx available).
Reliable Centrifugal Pumps
In addition to the centrifuge, GN also provided several GN SB series centrifugal pumps, which serve as essential mud transfer pumps for offshore platforms. These pumps are designed to handle abrasive and corrosive drilling fluids with high efficiency and durability.
Highlights of GN centrifugal pumps:
Fully interchangeable with Mission Magnum-style pumps
Mechanical seal and gland packing options
Compact skid-mounted design for offshore environments
High flow rates and low maintenance requirements
The pumps will be used for feeding the centrifuge, transferring drilling mud between tanks, and supporting the overall fluid circulation system onboard.
Supporting Offshore Operational Excellence
Offshore drilling requires equipment that can perform consistently under harsh environmental conditions. GN’s integrated solution of centrifuge and centrifugal pumps ensures effective solids control, which helps reduce fluid loss, protect downhole tools, and minimize waste disposal volume.
By working closely with the offshore drilling contractor, GN customized the equipment configuration, ensuring it fits within the platform’s space and meets all technical and safety standards.
With more than a decade of experience in solids control, GN Solids Control is a global manufacturer of high-quality separation equipment for oil & gas, trenchless, and environmental industries. GN offers a full range of equipment including shale shakers, mud cleaners, decanter centrifuges, cuttings dryers, vacuum pumps, and chemical dosing systems.
For more details about GN’s offshore solutions, please feel free to contact us!