IMPROVING SOLIDS CONTROL EFFICIENCY BY EFFECTIVELY REMOVING GUMBO AND OTHER STICKY CLAYS BEFORE REACHING OTHER SOLIDS CONTROL EQUIPMENT
NOV® Brandt® Gumbo Boxes are the first step in effective solids control when large, sticky, hydrated clays (gumbo) and other troublesome solids are encountered during drilling. Gumbo Boxes use a motorized chain conveyor to remove problematic solids before they reach the shale shakers. The removal of gumbo and other solids by these units allows the downstream solids control equipment to operate much more efficiently.
A cartridge assembly houses the Gumbo Chain(s) or Scalper Belt(s) that convey the solids to be discharged. Gumbo Boxes are available in three cartridge configurations:
5-foot (1.5-meter) single cartridge
6-foot (1.8-meter) single cartridge
6-foot (1.8-meter) dual cartridge
The Gumbo Chain utilizes larger hole openings than the Scalper Belt. Chain opening sizes can vary depending on the formation drilled and the needs of the drilling program. The Gumbo Box is available in single or dual cartridge units that can be installed on nearly any rig.
From flowline to disposal, NOV Brandt has the solutions to your separation and waste management needs. NOV Brandt is a subisdiary of National Oilwell Varco, the industry's technology leader.
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