Month: July 2025

GN Solids Control has successfully delivered a complete HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) mud treatment system to a client in the Middle East. This system is tailored for trenchless drilling operations, aiming to ensure efficient mud cleaning, mixing, and storage in harsh working environments.

System Overview

This delivery includes:

• Mud Cleaning Systems
  Each system is composed of:

  • 2 × GN Shale Shakers (GNZS series)

  • 1 × Mud Cleaner (integrated desander and desilter)

  These units perform three-stage solids separation to maintain proper drilling fluid properties, extend the life of the mud, and reduce disposal costs.

• Mud Storage Tanks
  The tanks are used to store the cleaned drilling fluids, enabling continuous circulation and buffer storage during HDD operations.

•  Mixing Tanks with Jet Hopper Systems
  Equipped with powerful mud agitators and venturi hoppers, the mixing tanks allow operators to prepare new batches of drilling mud by adding polymers, bentonite, and other additives on site.

Adapted for Middle East Terrain

This system is designed to operate under high-temperature, dusty environments typical of the Middle East. It provides:

• Modular design for fast mobilization

• Skid-mounted structure for easy transport

• Low-maintenance operation for field reliability

Why GN?

GN Solids Control is a leading manufacturer of solids control and mud recycling systems. With years of experience in HDD and trenchless sectors, GN provides turnkey solutions that help drilling contractors reduce costs and improve drilling efficiency.

To learn more about GN’s HDD systems or request a custom solution, please visit:
👉 www.gnsolidscontrol.com

GN Solids Control has recently delivered a complete HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) mud treatment package to a valued customer in the Middle East, supporting large-scale trenchless pipeline installation projects in desert and urban environments.

Two Complete 1000GPM Mud Recycling Systems

The core of this delivery includes two sets of 1000GPM mud recycling systems, each configured with:

• 2 x Shale Shakers – for primary solids separation

• 1 x Mud Cleaner – combining desander and desilter cones for finer particle removal

This standard 3-stage solids control process ensures efficient recycling and reuse of drilling fluids, reducing environmental impact and overall operation cost.

Additional Mud Storage and Mixing Capacity

To support long-duration drilling operations, GN also supplied:

• 2 x Mud Storage Tanks – for intermediate fluid storage and flow control

• 3 x Mixing Tanks – equipped with mud guns and agitators for preparing and conditioning fresh drilling mud

Reliable Solutions for Trenchless Projects

GN’s HDD mud recycling systems are widely used in trenchless applications including HDD crossings, microtunneling, and pipe jacking. With robust design, modular structure, and high wear resistance, these systems offer stable performance even under harsh jobsite conditions.

This successful delivery further strengthens GN’s presence in the Middle East trenchless market, helping contractors meet both performance and environmental standards.

Integrated Modular Systems for Oil Recovery and Waste Minimization

GN Solids Control has successfully delivered two sets of GNOST-15 oil sludge treatment systems to an energy company in Asia. These systems are engineered for the treatment of oil-contaminated sludge originating from refineries, tank cleaning, and drilling operations. By recovering usable oil and reducing hazardous waste, the GNOST-15 offers both economic and environmental benefits.

Complete Modular Configuration

Each GNOST-15 system includes the following integrated modules:

• Sludge Feeding Pump Module – Transfers raw sludge to the system

• Pre-Mixing Tank Module – Homogenizes sludge with heating and dilution

• Shale Shaker Module – Removes large solids from the slurry

• GNLW-554 Two-Phase Decanter Centrifuge Module – Separates fine solids from liquids

• GNLWS-554 Three-Phase Disc Stack Centrifuge Module – Further separates oil, water, and residual solids

• Chemical Dosing Module – Injects demulsifiers, flocculants, and other agents for enhanced separation

• Steam Generator Module – Provides thermal energy for heating and viscosity reduction

With modular design and containerized layout, the system can be quickly deployed onsite for mobile or fixed sludge treatment operations. It is particularly suited for refineries, tank farms, and environmental cleanup projects where waste oil recovery and environmental compliance are critical.

This shipment highlights GN’s ability to deliver turnkey oil sludge treatment solutions that meet strict environmental standards while helping clients improve efficiency and reduce disposal costs.

Turnkey Solution for Crude Oil Tank Cleaning

GN Solids Control has delivered a containerized oil sludge treatment system to a European customer for use in crude oil tank bottom cleaning and waste oil recovery. The system is designed for mobility, efficiency, and compliance with European environmental standards.

Modular System Configuration

The full solution includes:

• 2 x 20FT Pre-Mixing Tank Modules

• 1 x Double Deck Shale Shaker Module

• 1 x Hydraulic Decanter Centrifuge Module

• 1 x Automatic Chemical Dosing Module

This integrated system handles the entire treatment process—from sludge preconditioning, screening, fine solids separation to chemical-assisted clarification—enabling efficient recovery of oil and water, and reducing disposal volumes.

Designed for containerized transport, each module can be quickly deployed onsite, making the system ideal for refineries, tank farms, and oilfield remediation projects.

With this delivery, GN demonstrates its ability to provide compact, field-ready waste treatment solutions tailored to global customers’ needs. GN’s modular approach ensures flexibility, ease of maintenance, and operational reliability in harsh oilfield conditions.