From barite recovery to mud weight control, effective solids control is the foundation of drilling fluid performance. As a dedicated solids control company for oil drilling and industrial applications, Diamond T’s solids control solutions are built to handle complex waste streams, reduce dilution costs, and recover valuable materials, so you get better returns from your drilling program.
Whether you’re reducing dilution or maintaining consistent mud properties, Diamond T delivers the right solids control equipment for your operation, always on time and within budget. We supply a full line of centrifuges, dryers, pumps, and auxiliary systems in as fast as 48 hours.
Every unit is job-configured and performance-tested for seamless integration with your fluid program:
The core of any solids control system. Diamond T stocks a full line of Alfa Laval decanter centrifuges in both large- and small-bowl formats for continuous, high-throughput separation of low- and high-gravity solids from drilling mud.
Vertical cuttings dryers work alongside your centrifuge to maximize solids dryness and fluid recovery. When your operation generates high volumes of wet cuttings, a dryer reduces disposal costs and recovers more base fluid.
Drying shakers process wet drill cuttings discharged from primary shakers, using high-G vibration to strip retained fluid before solids reach disposal. When combined with a centrifuge, they maximize fluid recovery and reduce waste volumes across your solids control system.
Closed-loop systems continuously clean and recirculate drilling fluid, eliminating the need for a reserve pit in zero-discharge and environmentally sensitive operations.
Diamond T is the go-to partner for solids control operations seeking better efficiency, lower costs, and stronger compliance. As Alfa Laval’s Master Distributor, we maintain a full fleet of state-of-the-art equipment available for immediate rental or purchase.
We work closely with operators to select the right equipment and build a complete system around your program, striking the best balance between fluid performance and solids control.
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No matter the scope of your project, we support every phase of the solids control process with proven equipment and deep operational expertise. Our approach keeps drilling mud clean and performing—reducing additives, lowering dilution rates, and minimizing both solid and liquid waste, while maximizing drilling efficiency and cutting unnecessary costs.
Solids control separates drill cuttings and solids from drilling mud to preserve fluid properties and optimize performance. Proper solids control lowers waste volumes, protects equipment, and supports faster, safer drilling.
Primarily used in oil and gas, solids control also plays a critical role in:
Solids control relies on multiple stages of mechanical separation to manage drilling fluids and minimize waste. Key technologies include:
While each method has its place, decanter centrifuges remain the most efficient and reliable solution. Their continuous, high-throughput design excels at removing both low-gravity and high-gravity solids from drilling fluids. Compact and fully enclosed, they handle a wide range of waste streams with minimal operator oversight, making them the gold standard for fluid performance, dilution control, and efficiency.
Our solids control solutions are built around Alfa Laval decanter centrifuges (both large and small-bowl), supported by a full lineup of auxiliary gear. Every unit is job-configured and performance-tested before deployment.
A drilling mud centrifuge operates on the liquid phase, removing fine solids from the drilling fluid to maintain mud weight and recover the valuable base fluid. A cuttings dryer works on the solid phase, processing wet cuttings discharged from shale shakers to reduce retained fluid and minimize disposal costs. Many operations run both in tandem for complete solids management.
Decanter centrifuges are the most effective solution for removing low- and high-gravity solids from drilling mud. Our proven and repeatable methods consistently shave significant time and money from our customers’ drilling programs. Benefits include:
Yes. Every system is built around your actual drilling parameters: fluid type, flow rate, solids concentration, and site layout. We tailor the centrifuge size, control settings, and support equipment to match your performance goals and exact site conditions.
Our experts use real-time data and decades of field experience to fine-tune your setup. Backed by a deep inventory of next-gen equipment, we’ll help you get it right, the first time.
Diamond T Services makes sure you have the right tools for the job, while staying in budget. Access the latest centrifuge separation equipment with these flexible options:
Solids control plays a critical role in drilling performance, and delays aren’t an option. At Diamond T, we keep centrifuges, cuttings dryers, and solids control support equipment in stock and ready to deploy. With fast shipping and custom configurations for your specific application, we help you stay ahead of fluid challenges and keep operations running smoothly, safely, on time, and on budget.
