The dirt on mud pumps

Joe Haynes, Lone Star Drills president, explains what a mud pump is, how it works and its importance to the mud rotary drilling process. He then goes on to suggest what drillers should look for when choosing one.

Proper mud pump pairing is the key to efficient mud rotary drilling. An inadequate mud pump, or a drill design that neglects the pump’s importance, can slow down an operation’s pace

16 February 2023
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The mud pump is the heart of mud rotary drilling. This crucial piece of equipment is responsible for removing the cuttings produced when drilling a water well.

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