Vertical Dryers

Cleaner Fluids. Drier Cuttings. Greater Efficiency.

The DES Vertical Dryer System is a critical component of our closed loop process – designed to maximize fluid recovery and minimize waste. By processing drilled cuttings in a semi-slurry state, our dryers dramatically reduce liquid content before disposal, improving both environmental compliance and cost control.

Performance-Driven Design

Our vertical dryers feature:

  • VFD-controlled main drive – ensures consistent rotational speed for optimal torque
  • VFD-controlled auger system – precisely regulates solids movement
  • Continuous feed of semi-wet cuttings – from flow-line shakers
  • Maximum dryness of discharge solids – ready for direct disposal

By maintaining consistent speed and torque, the system delivers high-performance solids drying without sacrificing fluid recovery.

Vertical Dryer

Integrated Fluid Recovery

The recovered dryer effluent is collected and stored for further processing. Once analyzed and approved, it is recycled through the centrifuge – keeping valuable drilling fluids in the loop and out of disposal tanks.

Why It Matters

  • Reduced waste volume = lower hauling and disposal costs
  • Cleaner fluids = less dilution, fewer additives needed
  • Drier solids = easier, cleaner handling and transport
  • Efficient fluid recovery = higher mud system performance