Vermeer Replaces Venerable 9x12T Drilling Fluid Reclaimer With New 600-GPM R600T

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Vermeer’s new R600T mud reclaimer for pipelines and other large-diameter drilling projects is the successor to the broadly used Vermeer 9x12T. (Photo courtesy of Vermeer.)

Vermeer’s new R600T mud reclaimer is a 600-gallons per minute (2,270-liters per minute) system designed for pipeline and other large-diameter directional drilling projects. It features a new linear-motion shaker deck with more G-force, less weight, and longer screen life. The R600T takes the place of the broadly used Vermeer 9x12T.

"Efficient & Thorough"

“Since Vermeer launched its first reclaimer, the industry has embraced mud recycling systems because these machines help reduce the amount of drilling fluid additives and fresh water required on HDD projects,” says Vermeer product manager for fluid management equipment, Adam Bates. “Our latest generation of reclaimers, starting with the R250C and now the R600T, are excellent machines for contractors because they are so efficient and thorough at separating sand and coarse silts from drilling fluids. Our latest reclaimer model, the R600T, offers excellent jobsite flexibility with its ability to work in conjunction with a range of maxi rig drill sizes.”

Flexible Power Options

The R600T reclaimer uses three tanks to hold scalped, middle, and clean drilling fluid. The slurry moves through two 10-inch (254-millimeter) desanders and a manifold with 16 5-inch (127-mm) desilters before reaching the shaker decks. The desilter manifold has been designed for low turbulence at the hydrocyclone’s exit to minimize sand, coarse silt, and moisture contamination.

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The 600-gallons per minute R600T has a desilter manifold designed to reduce contamination. (Photo courtesy of Vermeer.)

“Many contractors prefer to rent support equipment on large-diameter pipeline projects,” Bates says. “Equipped with quick-connect electrical cables, crews can quickly connect the reclaimer to a rented generator or even a shared genset that may also be powering the drill’s operator cabin.”

Buyers can order the reclaimer with an onboard genset, as well.

Ready To Work

The 54.2-foot (16.5-meter)-long R600T comes on an ABS-ready, triple-axle trailer with air ride suspension. Vermeer says the system and its walkway are made for quick setup. A wireless remote allows operation from any nearby vantage point.

Source: Vermeer