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  • Characteristics of the KOSUN MA Series Mud Agitator

    In oilfield drilling operations, the mud agitator is an essential component of the drilling fluid tank in a solids control system. Its main function is to continuously mix drilling fluid and keep solid particles suspended, ensuring uniform fluid properties during circulation. The KOSUN MA Series Mud Agitator is designed specifically for petroleum drilling fluid mixing, helping maintain stability and consistency throughout the drilling process.
     


    Turbine Mud Agitators for Drilling Fluid Mixing

    Turbine mud agitators are widely used in drilling fluid systems because they handle a wide range of fluid viscosities and provide efficient mixing. There are two main types: open turbine agitators (straight, inclined, and curved blades) and disc turbine agitators (blades mounted on a disc structure). These designs generate strong fluid circulation and are suitable for liquid-solid suspension and liquid mixing in low- to medium-viscosity fluids.
     
    Key Features of the KOSUN MA Series Mud Agitator

    The KOSUN MA Series Mud Agitator offers several important features:
    – Compact structure with a small installation footprint
    – Efficient turbine mixing that keeps solids evenly suspended
    – High torque transmission using a turbine-worm gear reducer (for units above 7.5 kW)
    – Stable and reliable operation in demanding drilling environments

     
    Conclusion

    Mud agitators play a crucial role in oilfield solids control systems, ensuring drilling fluid remains uniformly mixed and solids remain suspended. The KOSUN MA Series Mud Agitator is designed specifically for drilling fluid mixing applications. With its compact design, efficient turbine mixing structure, and high-torque transmission system, it provides reliable and effective agitation for drilling fluid tanks. By maintaining consistent drilling fluid properties, the KOSUN mud agitator contributes to improved drilling efficiency, operational stability, and solids control performance.

  • KOSUN Solids Control System: Modular Design Leads the Innovation of Drilling Purification Technology

    In oil drilling and geological exploration, the KOSUN solids control system acts as an efficient "purification hub," achieving multi-level treatment and recycling of mud through modular design. This system, integrating vibrating screens, desanders, desilters, centrifuges, and other equipment, can be flexibly configured with processing capabilities ranging from 350HP to 2000HP based on different well depths. It operates as an independent unit or in coordination, making it core equipment in modern drilling engineering.
     


    Core Value: Flexibility and Efficiency
    The core value of the KOSUN solids control system lies in its flexibility and efficiency. The system adopts a factory pre-assembly design, with all functional components integrated into an integral base. On-site, it only needs pipes and electrical connections to be put into use. This skid-mounted structure reduces floor space by 30% compared to traditional decentralized installation. It can be transported as a whole during relocation, significantly shortening equipment turnover time. The rapid installation feature shortens the drilling preparation cycle by 40%, while the compact design saves valuable space resources on the operation platform.
     
    Deep Well Drilling: Outstanding Adaptability
    In deep well drilling, the KOSUN solids control system demonstrates outstanding adaptability. The system works with a 750HP workover rig or a 2000HP drilling rig. By adjusting the combination of processing equipment at each level, it meets different needs — from shallow development to ultra-deep well drilling. The KOSUN 650HP system, through five-stage purification treatment, controls sand content in the mud to below 0.5%, effectively protecting downhole power tools and increasing mechanical drilling speed by 18%.
     
    Unconventional Oil and Gas: Quality Guardian
    In unconventional oil and gas development, the KOSUN solids control system plays the role of "quality guardian." Its modular design allows flexible adjustment of processing techniques based on formation characteristics, such as increasing centrifuge stages in tight oil development and strengthening vibrating screen configurations in horizontal shale gas wells.
     
    Future Innovation: Intelligence and Automation
    As drilling technology moves toward intelligence, the KOSUN solids control system is continuously upgrading. The new generation integrates remote monitoring functions, adjusting operating parameters in real time and featuring an intelligent early warning system. For special environments like polar exploration and deep-sea drilling, this "purification hub," combining flexibility and reliability, will continue providing strong technical support for energy development. Through continuous innovation, KOSUN has enabled the skid-mounted solids control system to maintain easy installation while constantly improving processing accuracy and automation — setting new performance benchmarks for global drilling operations.
     
    Conclusion
    The KOSUN solids control system delivers modular design, flexible configuration, and intelligent operation for modern drilling. From 350HP to 2000HP, 30% less footprint, 40% faster preparation, and 0.5% sand content, it is the reliable choice for shallow wells, ultra-deep wells, and unconventional oil and gas development.
     
     

  • KOSUN Desander: High-Efficiency Solid-Liquid Separation for Drilling and Mining

    In modern industrial production, solid-liquid separation technology plays a vital role. As a core device in solids control systems, the KOSUN desander delivers outstanding performance, making it the preferred equipment in drilling, mining, and other industrial fields. This secondary solids control equipment effectively separates solid particles within the 45 to 74 micron range, providing high-quality slurry for subsequent treatment processes.
     

    Modular Design and Durability
    The KOSUN desander features a modular design, allowing flexible configuration of 1 to 3 cyclone units (10-inch or 12-inch) based on processing requirements. Core components are made of polyurethane or high-chromium cast iron — wear-resistant and impact-resistant — extending equipment service life. The clamp-type connection design simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime.
     
    Oil Drilling Applications
    In oil drilling, desanders and sand pumps form a complete solids control system. The sand pump conveys sand-containing slurry to the desander for fine separation. This combination is especially valuable on offshore drilling platforms, which must handle high sand content while adapting to harsh marine environments.
     
    Mining Applications
    During mining operations, the desander and sand pump system jointly process pulp. The sand pump mixes and transports ore sand with water, while the desander finely classifies the pulp to ensure smooth beneficiation. In precious metal mining — such as placer gold — this combination effectively increases mineral recovery rates.
     
    Technological Advancements
    The new generation of desanders has adopted nano-composite wear-resistant materials, increasing key component service life by more than 30%. Intelligent control systems enable real-time monitoring and automatic parameter adjustment, further enhancing stability and efficiency.
     
    Environmental Protection and Future Outlook
    The water circulation treatment function of KOSUN desanders has gained more attention amid strict environmental regulations. Their efficient solid-liquid separation significantly reduces wastewater discharge, supporting green production. Looking ahead, desanders will integrate with IoT technology for remote monitoring and predictive maintenance.
     
    Conclusion
    From oil drilling to mining, from infrastructure to environmental projects, KOSUN desanders deliver reliable performance and flexible configuration. On the path toward efficient and environmentally friendly industrial development, this professional equipment plays an increasingly important role.

  • Vertical Cuttings Dryer

  • Drilling Waste Disposal System: The Mud Non-Landing Solution for Oilfield Environmental Protection

    In oilfield development, the disposal of drilling waste has always been a critical environmental challenge. In response, the drilling waste disposal system, often referred to as the mud non-landing system, cuttings non-landing system, or drilling mud non-landing system, has become an essential solution for modern oilfield operations.
     


    Overview of Drilling Waste Disposal System

    The drilling waste disposal system is primarily used to treat waste generated during oilfield drilling, including water-based mud and oil-based mud. If improperly disposed, these wastes can cause serious environmental pollution. Therefore, the drilling waste disposal system has become a key piece of equipment for oilfield environmental protection, enabling operators to meet regulatory requirements while maintaining efficient drilling operations.

    Classification and Composition

    Based on the application, the drilling waste disposal system is divided into water-based mud non-landing systems and oil-based mud non-landing systems. While the two systems have slightly different processes and equipment, both aim to achieve reduction, recycling, and harmless treatment of drilling waste.

    The main equipment includes:

    – Dry vibrating screen: Performs initial separation of solid particles and liquids, reducing the difficulty of subsequent treatment.

    – Drilling cuttings dryer: Uses high-speed rotation to dry drilling cuttings, making them easy to handle.

    – Drilling fluid centrifuge: Employs centrifugal force to separate solid particles from liquid, achieving mud purification and recovery.

    – Screw conveyor: Transports treated material to storage or further processing equipment.

    – Screw pump: Transports mud, cuttings, and other fluid materials, ensuring smooth system operation.

    Working Principle and Process

    The drilling waste disposal system works through physical and chemical methods to separate, purify, and recycle drilling waste. The process follows these steps:

    Preliminary separation: Drilling waste first passes through a dry vibrating screen, where solid particles and liquids are initially separated.

    Spin dry treatment: Separated solid particles enter the drilling cuttings dryer, where high-speed rotation removes water content.

    Centrifugal separation: Dried solid particles go into the drilling fluid centrifuge, where centrifugal force further separates solids from residual liquid.

    Purification and recovery: The separated liquid is purified, recovering useful components for resource reuse.

    Storage and transport: Treated materials are stored for further use or transported to designated locations.

    This closed-loop process ensures that drilling waste is managed efficiently and responsibly.

    Advantages and Future Prospects

    The application of the drilling waste disposal system effectively reduces environmental pollution in oilfield development while improving resource utilization efficiency. Key advantages include:

    Strong environmental performance: Achieves waste reduction, resource recovery, and harmless treatment.

    High processing efficiency: Automated and intelligent equipment improves overall processing speed.

    Cost savings: Resource recycling reduces oilfield development costs by reusing valuable drilling fluids.

    Looking to the future, as technology advances and environmental requirements become stricter, the drilling waste disposal system will continue to upgrade and improve — providing even stronger support for the sustainable development of oilfields worldwide.

    The drilling waste disposal system (mud non-landing system) is an essential investment for any drilling operation committed to environmental compliance and operational efficiency. By separating, drying, and recycling drilling waste, it protects the environment, reduces costs, and keeps your project moving forward.
     

     

  • KD-500 Slurry Separation System

  • Optimizing Mud Treatment for Small-Scale Projects: Lessons from KOSUN’s KD50 Application in Russia

    In foundation drilling and municipal cleaning, managing slurry is often one of the most expensive operational hurdles. How can contractors balance high processing volumes with extreme site constraints? The recent application of the KOSUN KD50 Slurry Separation System in Russia provides a definitive answer for the industry.

     

    Why Flexibility is the New Standard in Slurry Management

    Modern construction sites—especially in urban or remote Russian regions—require equipment that is as mobile as it is powerful. The KD50 was engineered specifically for these "refined" scenarios where traditional heavy-duty systems cannot go.

    Key Applications of the KD50 Slurry Separation System:

    Municipal & Environmental Cleaning: When paired with vacuum suction trucks, the KD50 provides on-site dewatering and volume reduction for municipal sludge and silt.
    Foundation Engineering: In small-scale piling or trenching, it recovers valuable fluids and maintains slurry properties, protecting downstream drilling tools from wear.
    Emergency Infrastructure Repair: Its "ready-to-use" nature makes it perfect for fast-response tasks where site preparation time is zero.

    The "Hardcore" Engineering Behind the KD50

    Advanced Solid-Liquid Separation: Despite its compact size, the KD50 utilizes high-G force vibratory screening and precision hydrocyclones to achieve fine separation, delivering dry solids and clean liquid.
    Modular Skid Structure: The system integrates all components—shakers, desanders, and pumps—onto a single skid. This not only simplifies logistics but also allows for placement on uneven or gravel surfaces, as seen in recent project photos.
    Global Reliability: KOSUN’s commitment to quality ensures that the KD50 operates with low energy consumption and high uptime, even in the demanding environments of the Eurasian market.

    Conclusion

    The successful operation of the KD50 in Russia underscores KOSUN’s position as a China Solids Control Leader. By providing a system that balances economic efficiency with environmental responsibility, KOSUN is helping contractors worldwide turn "waste mud" into a valuable resource.
     

  • OGU 2026 – The 28th Uzbekistan International Oil & Gas Exhibition

    On May 12, 2026, the Uzbekistan International Oil & Gas Exhibition (OGU 2026) will grandly open at the Tashkent Exhibition Center. As a core service provider deeply rooted in the fields of oil and gas drilling solids control and environmental treatment, Xi'an KOSUN Machinery Co., Ltd. will make a significant appearance with its core products and customized solutions. We are heading to the Central Asian market with hardcore technical strength to join global industry partners in discussing new opportunities for the oil and gas industry under the "Belt and Road" initiative.
     

       


    Uzbekistan is a core nation for oil and gas resources in Central Asia and a vital strategic node along the "Belt and Road." In recent years, it has continuously increased investment in oil and gas exploration, infrastructure upgrades, and green low-carbon transformation, leading to a steady release of market demand for oil and gas equipment and technical services. OGU is the largest, most professional, and most influential flagship event for the oil and gas industry in Central Asia. It brings together top enterprises, technical experts, and buyers from the global oil and gas upstream and downstream supply chains, serving as a core platform for technical exchange, brand display, and trade cooperation.

    Participating in this exhibition is a key step for KOSUN to deepen its global layout and expand its presence in the Central Asian market. Leveraging over thirty years of industry accumulation and overseas project service experience, we will directly address the operational needs and pain points of the Central Asian oil and gas industry. We aim to bring more adaptable, efficient, and eco-friendly integrated solutions to local and regional customers, supporting the high-quality development of the Central Asian oil and gas sector.

    Exhibited Products
    At this exhibition, KOSUN will present a full range of core products and customized solutions tailored to the core needs of Central Asian land oil and gas drilling, trenchless pipeline construction, and green drilling environmental upgrades. Here are some exhibit highlights:

    Land Rig Solids Control Systems are adaptable to various land rig conditions of 3000HP and below, featuring a fully modular design for convenient and efficient transportation, installation, and commissioning. These systems can be customized based on local drilling formations and operational requirements to achieve multi-stage efficient purification and closed-loop recycling of drilling mud, significantly reducing consumable costs and enhancing drilling efficiency and safety.


    Drilling Waste Environmental Management Equipment includes core units such as vertical cuttings dryers, centrifuges, and screw conveyor systems. It enables the reduction, harmless treatment, and resource utilization of drilling cuttings and waste mud. With a treated solid oil content of <5%, the equipment effectively separates and recovers large volumes of drilling fluid. It fully complies with the environmental regulations of Uzbekistan and Central Asia, helping customers achieve green, low-carbon drilling.


    Trenchless Mud Recovery Systems are designed for trenchless construction scenarios such as long-distance oil and gas pipelines and urban pipe network construction in Central Asia. They achieve efficient purification and recycling of mud, drastically reducing bentonite consumption and environmental pollution. KOSUN’s trenchless mud recovery systems adapt to different diameters and complex geological conditions, offering both high cost-effectiveness and stability.


    During the exhibition, the KOSUN service team will be on-site to provide one-on-one technical consultations, operational adaptability analysis, and customized solution matching, addressing your various needs and questions face-to-face.

    We sincerely invite all new and old customers, industry peers, and partners worldwide to visit our booth for exchange. Let us work together to seize the new opportunities in the "Belt and Road" oil and gas industry, expand markets, create value, and win the future together!

  • Full-Process Purification Solutions for KD Series Slurry Treatment Systems

    Slurry treatment systems (KD series) are professional mud purification equipment developed by KOSUN for modern urban tunnels, railway shields, and foundation engineering. In the circulation drilling process, this system provides comprehensive purification support for waste mud generated in slurry balance shields, diaphragm walls, and pile foundation construction.
     


     

    Core Value: Ensuring Safe Operation of Tunneling Equipment
    Through a scientific solid-liquid separation process, the KD series slurry separation system can precisely control the viscosity and specific gravity of the mud, enhancing the quality of pore formation. This not only improves overall construction efficiency but also comprehensively ensures the safe and smooth operation of tunneling equipment in complex and variable strata. For high-value shield machines and drilling tools, this system is a core tool for preventing downhole accidents and extending equipment life.

    Environmental Benefits: Significantly Reducing Emissions and Construction Costs
    The most prominent advantage of this system lies in its outstanding energy-saving and emission-reduction capabilities. Through multi-stage purification and filtration, the system significantly improves the recycling and reuse rate of the mud. This not only saves construction enterprises a substantial amount in costs for purchasing bentonite and chemical additives but also reduces the emission of waste mud at the source. Given today's increasingly strict environmental regulations, this solution effectively reduces pollution to the construction site and surrounding environment, making it an essential configuration for green construction projects.

    Structural Advantages: Modular Design and Efficient Space Utilization
    In terms of structural design, the system fully embodies advanced concepts of modularity and integration. The entire set of equipment is designed strictly in accordance with standard container dimensions, greatly facilitating sea and land transportation. At the same time, the equipped foldable operation platform makes the structure more compact, effectively reducing the footprint on the construction site. This flexibility allows the equipment to be deployed easily in areas where operational space is extremely limited, such as urban centers.

    Technical Customization: Full-Work-Condition Coverage and Performance Optimization
    KOSUN provides customers with high-level technical customization services. We can tailor the separation process according to the different requirements for the D50 cut point in various engineering projects. The system's processing capacity spans a wide range, covering intervals from 100m³/h to 3000m³/h, accurately matching all requirements from micro pipe-jacking to ultra-large shield machines. Additionally, for working conditions with inconvenient power supply, the system can be equipped with generator sets or modified into vehicle-mounted mobile treatment units, achieving full-work-condition and full-terrain coverage.

  • KSMR Series High-Efficiency HDD Mud Recycling System

    In the fields of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and resource extraction, the HDD mud recycling system is essential equipment for reducing construction costs and ensuring drilling efficiency. Leveraging over 20 years of expertise in solids control technology, KOSUN has introduced the KSMR series mud recycling system. Through a highly integrated design, it enables mud cleaning, recovery, preparation, and storage, perfectly meeting diverse needs from urban pipeline laying to large-scale unconventional oil and gas extraction.

    Technical Features and Differences of Various KSMR Models
    To meet different processing capacity (GPM) requirements, the KSMR series offers a tiered range of solutions from 200 to 1000 models. The core differences lie in purification levels, equipment configurations, and application scales.
     


    KSMR-200 and KSMR-350: Compact and Flexible Small-scale Choices
    These two models are specifically designed for HDD, geothermal, or water well projects with processing requirements below 200-350 GPM.
     · Core Technology: The KSMR-200 utilizes the LS2·752 double-deck linear motion shale shaker, while the KSMR-350 is equipped with the LS608 double-deck shale shaker.
     · Key Advantages: Both utilize a double-deck screen structure to achieve "two-stage treatment in one machine." This integrated design greatly reduces overall size and footprint, making it an ideal solution for sites with limited space, lowering costs while facilitating rapid site transfers.

    KSMR-500: The Three-stage Purification Benchmark for Medium-sized Projects
    For medium-sized projects requiring capacities below 500 GPM, the KSMR-500 provides a more comprehensive purification process.
    · Process Optimization: The system consists of a primary shale shaker, desander cyclones, and desilter cyclones, achieving three-stage series purification.
    · Enhanced Dewatering: It is specially equipped with an underflow screen to further dry the solids discharged from the cyclones, effectively reducing waste discharge.

    KSMR-1000: High-efficiency Assurance for Large-capacity Construction
    For large-scale HDD or coalbed methane projects with processing requirements up to 1000 GPM, the KSMR-1000 model provides powerful throughput capacity.
    · Dual-machine Linkage: The system features two high-efficiency shale shakers and a corresponding increase in the number of desander and desilter cyclones to ensure stable mud properties during large-scale drilling.
    · Superior Performance: Its deep purification capability provides continuous circulating power for large-scale horizontal directional drilling systems.
     


     

    Multi-functional Integration and Global Standard Assurance
    The entire KSMR series is designed with advanced mud mixing devices. After multi-stage purification, mud materials such as bentonite can be added and stirred uniformly through the mixing system to quickly restore performance. This closed-loop recycling mode significantly improves processing efficiency.
    KOSUN consistently adheres to rigorous quality management. The electrical systems are explosion-proof, dust-proof, and rain-proof, ensuring construction safety. Certified by American API, EU CE, and ISO14001 environmental safety standards, the KSMR series HDD mud recycling system seamlessly meets export standards for countries worldwide.

    From the lightweight KSMR-200 to the large-capacity KSMR-1000, KOSUN HDD mud recycling systems resolve the conflict between "space and efficiency" through finely tiered technical solutions. By selecting the appropriate model, customers can achieve both optimization of construction costs and compliance with environmental standards.