Field Testing High G Dryer Shakers for Enhanced Oil Based Mud Recovery
In modern drilling operations, oil based mud (OBM) is widely used for its superior lubrication and shale inhibition. However, its high cost and strict environmental disposal requirements make mud recovery the top priority for cost reduction and efficiency improvement. The High G Dryer Shaker is now transforming this field through proven field test results. High G Dryer Shakers for Oil Based Mud Recovery Field Test Validation of Real-World Performance Field testing of high G dryer shakers focuses on evaluating their ability to separate OBM from drill cuttings, the key factor in enhancing recovery rates. Recent field testing of the leading High G Dryer Shaker model showed that when processing oil based cuttings, residual oil content can be reduced to below 6% – significantly better than the 12–15% typical of conventional equipment. At 3,100 RPM and centrifugal acceleration of 7.3 G, the unit processed over two tonnes of cuttings per minute. Key findings include: stable liquid-soli...