As drilling fluids are used, ultra-fine LGS accumulate and can negatively impact operational performance. Operators currently use dilution to address this issue, which results in excessive fluid volumes and costs. The hybrid separation system features advanced capabilities to remove ultra-fine LGS, which was not previously possible. This eliminates the need for dilution and improves the operator’s ability to recover drilling fluids so they can drill more wells with less fluid volume.
Additionally, BaraOmni advanced separation technology allows drilling fluids, contaminated solids and other hydrocarbon waste streams to be treated with a single system. It replaces traditional complex solids control and waste management equipment set-ups. As a result, the operator can minimize waste transportation, off-site treatment and storage to reduce environmental exposure and total cost of ownership.
«We developed the hybrid separation system to improve the solids control and separation market with a compact and mobile system that can separate ultra-fine LGS and treat multiple waste streams at the rig site,» said Bradley Brown, V.P. of Halliburton Baroid. «This is part of our larger focus on engineering fluid and separation solutions together to help our customers mitigate potential operational issues and reduce overall costs.»
