How to Choose Solids Control Systems?
Choosing the solids control systems hinges on matching capacity to circulation rate, optimizing separation efficiency for formation cuttings, and ensuring reliability with modular, site-adapted design.
Clarify What Drilling Conditions The Solids Control Systems is Used For.
- Onshore/offshore; deep/high-pressure wells need higher capacity and finer separation.
- Density, viscosity, solids content, and oil-based vs. water-based mud impact equipment selection.
- Solids control systems capacity must be ≥ peak mud pump output (typically 1.2× for safety).
Define Solids Control Systems Capacity & Configuration
- Capacity is measured in m³/h (gpm).
- Small rigs (<150 m³/h): Shale Shaker + desander + mud tank.
- Medium rigs (150–300 m³/h): Shale Shaker + desander + desilter + centrifuge + degasser.
- Large/offshore rigs (>300 m³/h): Multi-deck Shale shakers, high-efficiency hydrocyclones, variable-speed centrifuges, PLC auto-control.
Select Core Equipment of Solids Control Systems
Shale Shaker (First-line separation)+Desander (74–25 μm separation)+Desilter (25–15 μm separation)+Decanter Centrifuge (≤5 μm fine solids)+Vacuum Degasser.
Evaluate Solids Control Systems Design & Integration
- Mud tank compartmentation: 3–8 compartments (shaker feed, degasser, desander/desilter, centrifuge, mixing, suction) with weir plates to prevent short-circuiting.
- Modularity: Prefabricated, skid-mounted units for easy transport, installation, and maintenance.
- Automation: PLC control with density/viscosity sensors for auto-regulation and data logging.
- Vendor: Choose suppliers with oilfield experience, global service, and quick spare parts delivery (such as TR Solids Control).
Solids Control Systems’ Material Quality & Reliability
- Wetted parts: Polyurethane, high-chrome iron, or stainless steel for abrasion/corrosion resistance.
- Structural: Heavy-duty carbon steel with anti-rust coating; compliance with API standards.
- Wear parts: Easy access for screen/cyclone replacement.
High Cost-effectiveness of Solids Control Systems
- Capital: Modular systems lower upfront cost; avoid over-specifying for shallow wells.
- Operational: Energy-efficient motors, low-wear parts, and easy maintenance reduce OPEX.
As the trusted manufacturer with over a decade of expertise, TR Solids Control delivers API certified, modular, and energy efficient systems—from shale shakers and desanders to centrifuges—backed by global service and rapid spare parts support.
Choose TR Solids Control as your reliable partner for all mud treatment and solids control challenges.
200GPM High-Efficiency HDD Mud Recycling System & Solids Control System
Product Description
The TRHDD-200 HDD Mud Recycling System, with a high-efficiency processing capacity of 200GPM as the core and stable performance,It has become the preferred equipment for medium and small-sized HDD projects,Solved three major problems:narrow construction sites, cost sensitivity, and strict environmental compliance etc.

Advantages
- The TRHDD-200 is equipped with a TRZS752S vibrating screen. This double-layer linear vibrating screen adopts a scientific screen surface design, with a total upper screen area of 0.875㎡, specially used to intercept coarse drill cuttings, gravel and other large impurities, The lower screen area is expanded to 1.35㎡ to further retain fine-grained solids. The double-layer screening design improves the screening efficiency.Even in the face of high-sand-content mud, it can maintain stable operation, laying a foundation for the subsequent purification link.
- The 4 cyclones equipped with the TRHDD-200 work together to quickly separate fine sand particles in the mud by centrifugal force,greatly reducing the sand content of the mud,and improving the fluidity and stability of the mud.
- The TRSB4X3-11J mud mixing pump and TRSLH100 mud mixing hopper equipped with the TRHDD-200 form an efficient mud mixing combination.The total motor power of the entire HDD mud recycling system reaches 44KW, which can not only meet the cooperative operation needs of various components, but also effectively control energy consumption.balancing efficiency and energy saving.
- The TRHDD-200 improves the adaptability and mobility of the equipment with a compact shape and reasonable weight.The overall dimensions of the HDD mud recycling system are 4000×2360×2940mm,even in narrow sites,it can be flexibly deployed without occupying a large amount of construction space, reducing the impact on the surrounding environment and traffic.
- At the same time, the total weight of the TRHDD-200 is controlled at 5500KG,the standard truck can complete the transportation,greatly shortening the transfer time, reducing construction delays.The 5m³ slurry storage tank of the HDD mud recycling system can meet the slurry supply demand for continuous construction, and ensuring the continuous and stable progress of drilling work.
The TRHDD-200 HDD Mud Recycling System as a type of Solids Control System, with a processing capacity of 200GPM as the core, supported by customized components such as TRZS752S vibrating screen, 4 cyclones, and TRSB4X3 series pump sets.Whether from the rationality of technical parameters or the practicality of engineering applications, the TRHDD-200 is an ideal choice for medium and small-sized trenchless projects.









