Handle higher mud processing rates

An M-I SWACO sales representative working with Cal Boring recommended a more efficient closed-loop mud recycling system. The enhanced fluid recycling solution includes the 518 HV high-volume, high-speed decanting centrifuge, which has a variable frequency drive and handles higher mud processing rates at finer cut points.

Increase mud quality, reduce costs, and mitigate environmental impact

The M-I SWACO sales representative deployed the equipment and trained the customer on optimal operation. Within the first 2 hours, the enhanced fluid recycling solution removed over 400 lbm of fine silt and cut the mud weight from 9.7 to 8.6 lbm/galUS. The cleaner drilling fluid has doubled the life of California Boring’s pumps. The solution retained more additives, resulting in a 35% reduction in bentonite consumption.

The enhanced fluid recycling solution decreased California Boring’s waste fluid by an estimated 32%, resulting in significant waste disposal savings. By creating a drier cutting than traditional mud recycling systems, the solution enabled Cal Boring to dispose of waste using dump trucks instead of water trucks, reducing trucking costs by 70%. The recycled drilling fluid required less dilution for the next drilling job, decreasing overall water usage by 15%.

The mud recycling system gives California Boring the ability to clean, mix, and prepare drilling fluid at a central location. This enables deployed units to arrive at the job site with a clean batch of mud ready to drill each day, resulting in significant time savings.

The enhanced fluid recycling solution has enabled California Boring to recycle significantly more fluid compared with conventional systems. The solution has produced less waste, prolonged equipment life, and reduced emissions by requiring less trucking.