GN Solids Control has delivered a high‑end modular offshore drilling Solids Control System tailored for offshore drilling operations across Northern Europe. This Oil Drilling Mud System is engineered to handle the harsh marine operating conditions typical of European offshore projects, meeting strict regional regulatory and site‑specific operational requirements for safety, transport and on‑site deployment.

Compliance with European market standards forms the core of this system design. The complete unit carries dual‑layer certification including ATEX explosion‑proof certification and CE safety certification, which allows direct market access for deployment within the European Union. Every component and assembled module goes through strict verification procedures to satisfy hazardous‑area classification requirements for offshore drilling sites, lowering compliance risks for end‑users and contractors operating in Northern Europe.

Offshore Lifting & Global Intermodal Transportation Performance

For open‑sea heavy‑load hoisting under strong wind conditions, the system complies with DNV 2.7‑1 certification. This certification guarantees structural reliability during frequent offshore lifting operations, delivering stable and secure handling even under rough marine weather conditions frequently encountered on European offshore platforms. Such qualification is essential for equipment deployed on fixed and floating offshore installations.

All modules are manufactured in accordance with CSC container standards. This design enables seamless global intermodal transport, compatible with standard ocean freight and land‑based container transportation workflows. Project owners do not need custom‑made transport frames, simplifying logistics planning, reducing transit costs and shortening overall project lead‑time for cross‑border delivery to European offshore project locations.

Modular Fast‑Disassembly Structure & Custom‑Built Engineering

One key advantage of this offshore solution is its modular quick‑disassembly architecture. On‑site assembly and disassembly work can be completed within hours, rather than days. This greatly improves project turnaround efficiency, supports frequent relocation between different offshore work locations and minimizes on‑site man‑hour consumption for installation and commissioning crews.

GN Solids Control provides full‑scope high‑end customization services for offshore mud processing packages. Each system is configured according to client‑specific drilling parameters, site environmental constraints and local certification requirements. Built for some of the world’s most demanding offshore working conditions, the complete solids control package ensures stable mud treatment performance, reliable long‑term runtime and convenient maintenance for European offshore drilling end‑users. Local‑oriented technical support is also available to assist customers throughout equipment commissioning, operation and routine maintenance cycles.

Full Hydraulic Drive Centrifuge Technology

At the core of the supplied system is the GNLW223D-FHD Hydraulic Drive Centrifuge, engineered specifically for diamond core drilling applications. Unlike traditional electric-driven models, this unit operates entirely on hydraulic power, making it ideal for integration with drilling rigs already equipped with hydraulic systems. The centrifuge achieves a cutting point of 2–5 microns and delivers a processing capacity of 50–100 GPM, effectively removing ultra-fine solids that would otherwise accelerate bit wear and reduce core recovery quality.

The full hydraulic drive configuration provides independent, continuous control over both bowl speed and scroll differential speed. Operators can adjust parameters in real time to match changing mud conditions, ensuring optimal separation efficiency across varying drilling formations. The bowl rotates at speeds up to 3400 RPM, generating sufficient G-force to separate fine solid particles from the drilling fluid slurry. Key wear components—including the screw conveyor with tungsten carbide tile protection and solids discharge ports with tungsten carbide inserts—are built for extended service life in abrasive drilling environments.

Complete Solids Removal System Configuration

The Australian package includes a comprehensive solids removal unit designed for trailer-mounted deployment. The system features a 6 m3 mud tank with a compact skid structure, allowing easy transport between exploration sites. Two GN40ZJL-25-FHD feeding and discharge pumps handle fluid circulation, while a GNSLD-260 mixing hopper supports rapid mud preparation when new drilling fluid is required. Additionally, two mud guns are installed to prevent solids settling and maintain uniform mud properties within the tank.

Driven by a diesel-hydraulic power unit generating 40 kW total power, the entire system operates independently of grid electricity—a critical advantage for remote exploration locations across the Australian outback. The centrifuge processes drilling fluid directly from the drill collar, separating drill solids from the mud slurry before returning clean fluid to the active system. This closed-loop configuration reduces water consumption, minimizes waste disposal volumes, and ensures consistent mud weight and viscosity throughout the drilling program.

GN Solids Control Commitment to Australian Market

With established operations through GN Solids Australia, the company provides local technical support, spare parts inventory, and after-sales service to clients across Australia and New Zealand. All diamond core drilling centrifuge units undergo rigorous factory testing before shipment, and field commissioning support is available upon request. GN Solids Control continues to expand its product portfolio for the exploration drilling sector, offering scalable solutions from single centrifuge units to complete multi-stage solids control systems tailored to specific project requirements.

Following the successful local incorporation of GN Solids Mena Trading FZE last year, our team has completed extensive preparation work to establish a fully functional operational base. Today, we are proud to confirm that our sales, technical engineering, and after-sales service teams have all relocated to the new premises. This strategic expansion strengthens our capacity to serve regional clients with tailored solutions for various applications, including TBM tunneling projects, foundation engineering, HDD operations, and oil and gas drilling throughout the MENA market. Our local team brings extensive industry experience and in-depth knowledge of regional project requirements, environmental standards, and local regulatory frameworks.

Integrated Facility for Enhanced Client Service

The new office facility is designed to integrate multiple core functions under one roof. It features dedicated spaces for client consultations, technical solution design workshops, and professional customer training sessions. Equipped with modern demonstration facilities, multimedia presentation systems, and advanced communication tools, the office enables our engineers to conduct detailed product presentations, system layout reviews, and remote technical support sessions with improved efficiency. Clients visiting our new premises can expect a professional, comfortable environment that fosters productive discussions and collaborative project planning, ensuring that every interaction delivers tangible value and practical solutions for your operational challenges.

Local Expertise, Global Standards

With local sales engineers and technical support specialists now permanently based in Dubai, GN Solids Mena is well positioned to deliver prompt, professional on-site services and expert remote assistance across the region. The strategic location in Jebel Ali, adjacent to one of the world’s busiest commercial ports, provides significant logistical advantages—facilitating faster spare parts delivery, quicker equipment mobilization, and more efficient project execution for our clients in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and neighboring markets. Whether you require a customized Desand system for a large-scale tunneling project, a complete solids control package for horizontal directional drilling operations, or technical consultation for mud recycling applications, our local team stands ready to deliver expert support from initial consultation through final commissioning and ongoing maintenance.

This new Dubai office marks another important step in the global expansion strategy of GN Solids Control. With our headquarters in China and established overseas subsidiaries in the United States and Australia, the addition of the MENA regional hub further extends our worldwide service network. Clients across the globe can rely on consistent product quality, standardized engineering practices, and responsive localized support wherever their projects are located. This global footprint ensures that we can support international contractors and operators with seamless service across multiple regions, backed by comprehensive manufacturing capabilities and rigorous quality control systems.

We sincerely thank all our partners and clients for their continued trust and collaboration over the years. GN Solids Mena warmly welcomes both new and existing friends to visit our new office at your convenience. Come and meet our local team, tour our facilities, and discover how we can support your project requirements with reliable equipment and professional service. Let us work together to achieve success in your upcoming projects.

GN Solids Mena Trading FZE
2606 Jafza View 19 – Jebel Ali Industrial Second – Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 56 971 0594
www.gnsolidsmena.com

The GNTBM-500B system is purpose-built for large-scale TBM applications, delivering high-efficiency slurry treatment and solids removal performance in challenging construction environments. With a rated processing capacity of 500 cubic meters per hour, the system is engineered to handle the substantial slurry circulation volumes typical of urban metro tunnels, water conveyance pipelines, and other underground infrastructure projects.

Advanced Desand Technology for Optimal Slurry Quality

At the core of the GNTBM-500B system is its high-performance desand circuit, which utilizes large-capacity hydrocyclones to efficiently separate abrasive sand particles and coarse solids from the drilling fluid. The multi-stage treatment process—comprising primary vibratory screening, desanding cyclones, desilting cyclones, —ensures that recycled slurry maintains consistent rheological properties throughout the tunneling operation.

By effectively controlling sand content and particle size distribution, the system helps reduce wear on TBM cutter heads, slurry pumps, and downstream equipment, extending service life and lowering maintenance costs for contractors. The treated slurry also supports better face stability and improved tunneling progress rates, contributing to overall project schedule efficiency.

Engineered for Middle East Field Conditions

The GNTBM-500B system is designed with Middle East operational requirements in mind, featuring high-temperature rated electrical components, dust-protected control cabinets, and corrosion-resistant structural finishes. The skid-mounted modular configuration enables rapid on-site assembly and disassembly, allowing project teams to mobilize equipment efficiently between job sites—a key advantage for the region’s fast-track construction programs.

GN Solids Control maintains a dedicated regional service network across the Middle East, with local technical engineers available for on-site commissioning, operator training, and routine maintenance support. The company’s regional parts warehouse stocks commonly used consumables and spare components, ensuring prompt delivery and minimizing equipment downtime during critical project phases.

As infrastructure investment continues to accelerate across GCC countries, GN Solids Control remains committed to delivering engineered slurry treatment solutions that meet international quality standards and address the specific demands of Middle East tunneling projects. The company anticipates further equipment deliveries to regional TBM and horizontal directional drilling projects throughout the second half of 2026.

On July 03, 2026, GN Solids Control completed the manufacturing and shipment of a batch of high-performance solids separation equipment, including FHD Decanter Centrifuge and VCD Vertical Cuttings Dryer, which are scheduled to be delivered to multiple Asian drilling service contractors within one week. This shipment marks another major bulk order of full hydraulic solids separation machines for regional oil, gas and horizontal directional drilling projects across Southeast and West Asia.

The FHD Decanter Centrifuge adopts a fully hydraulic drive structure instead of traditional belt and gear motor configurations, delivering stable torque output under variable mud density and flow conditions. It effectively separates fine solid particles ranging from 2 to 7 microns in drilling fluid, protecting downstream processing equipment and extending the service life of whole mud purification circuits. Operators can adjust rotation speed and differential speed steplessly via hydraulic control panels, reducing on-site maintenance frequency and downtime compared with conventional centrifugal models.

Matching with the decanter centrifuge units, the VCD Vertical Cuttings Dryer handles saturated drill cuttings discharged from primary separation equipment such as shale shakers and desanders. It removes free liquid from waste cuttings to lower waste discharge weight and cut transportation and disposal costs for Asian operators facing strict local environmental protection regulations. The vertical layout saves valuable rig floor space, while its wear-resistant alloy liners extend service cycles under continuous high-load operation.

Asian clients selected this full hydraulic equipment series mainly due to its strong adaptability to high-viscosity clay mud and high-density weighted drilling fluid widely used in local onshore drilling and HDD projects. All units comply with international explosion-proof standards and pass factory full-load running tests before packaging. GN’s after-sales team will provide on-site assembly guidance, operational training and one-year core component warranty after equipment arrival.

As a professional manufacturer dedicated to complete drilling solids control solutions, GN Solids Control keeps upgrading hydraulic-driven separation equipment to meet growing demands for low-consumption, high-efficiency waste management in Asia and global markets. This batch delivery further consolidates the brand’s market share of advanced centrifuge and cuttings drying equipment within Asian energy service sectors.