A oilfield shaker is a primary solids control device used to separate coarse and fine particles in the mud circulation system. It is a crucial component of the system. The performance of the shale shaker significantly impacts subsequent solids control equipment processing and the properties of the treated drilling mud. The number of oilfield shakers in each solids control system varies depending on the required processing capacity of the system.
Installation of oilfield shakers
A shale shaker is typically installed on the mud tank in a solids control system. It performs primary separation, removing coarse and fine particles. The drilling fluid then moves to other solids control equipment for further processing.
In this setup, two or three shale shakers can be mounted on a template. This template is then integrated into the solids control tank. This design greatly improves the efficiency of installation and removal. It also simplifies the matching of mud distributors.
Multiple shale shakers can be linked. This allows mud to be distributed to the other shakers when one is being maintained. This ensures the drilling rig’s normal operation isn’t affected. It also allows for individual shaker maintenance without interruption.
Mud shakers perform primary, secondary, or tertiary solids control of mud and other liquids in onshore and offshore oil and gas drilling, coalbed methane excavation, trenchless directional drilling, piling, wastewater treatment, and mud treatment projects. In short, they are suitable for primary treatment of mud and solid-liquid mixtures in various environments.
Mud shakers troubleshooting
During operation, a shale shaker mounted on a mud tank may experience slurry leakage or screen plugging. In this case, operators should adjust the screen box angle, but they should not raise or lower it excessively. Additionally, they should perform regular monitoring to ensure that the selected screen is suitable for the specific mud stage. If the shale shaker does not move along the intended trajectory, there may be a problem with the vibration motor circuit. For example, if a single motor is operating or the installation is incorrect, disconnect the power supply and inspect the motor or circuit to restore normal operation.
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