Project Overview
KOSUN delivered a customized 90 m³/h drilling mud treatment system to a research institution in Southwest China.
The system was designed to treat drilling mud generated during continuous scientific and experimental drilling activities. By integrating efficient solid-liquid separation and water recovery, the system enables on-site mud treatment and water reuse, reducing the need for conventional off-site transportation and disposal.
The Challenge
Continuous drilling experiments generate significant volumes of drilling mud that require timely and reliable treatment.
Previously, the mud was collected and transported off site for disposal. This approach involved high transportation and disposal costs, complicated handling procedures, and long processing cycles. It was also difficult to support the continuous operation of drilling research activities.
In addition, the limited installation space required a compact system capable of providing stable and efficient treatment within the existing research facility.
The KOSUN Solution
Based on the site’s operating conditions, available space, and treatment requirements, KOSUN designed and delivered a customized 90 m³/h drilling mud treatment system.
The system processes drilling mud through an integrated solid-liquid separation process. Separated solids are reduced for subsequent handling, while the recovered water can be reused in the experimental process.
With a compact layout and automated operation, the system provides a practical on-site solution for continuous drilling mud treatment while helping reduce waste transportation, water consumption, and overall disposal costs.
Key Advantages
90 m³/h Treatment Capacity
Designed to handle up to 90 cubic meters of drilling mud per hour, providing stable treatment for continuous experimental operations.
Efficient Solid-Liquid Separation
The system efficiently separates solids from the liquid phase, reducing the volume of material requiring further disposal.
Water Recovery and Reuse
Recovered water can be reused in subsequent experimental processes, helping reduce freshwater consumption and improve resource utilization.
Compact System Design
The system was customized for the available installation space, providing an efficient treatment solution with a compact overall footprint.
Automated and Stable Operation
A high level of automation helps reduce manual operation requirements and supports continuous and stable system performance.
Project Value
By replacing the previous off-site disposal approach with an integrated on-site treatment solution, the 90 m³/h system provides the research institution with a more efficient and sustainable way to manage drilling mud generated during experimental activities.
The project demonstrates how KOSUN’s solid-liquid separation technology can be adapted not only for conventional drilling operations, but also for specialized applications such as scientific research, laboratory testing, and experimental drilling programs.