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CHAPTE R THRE E
Shale Shaker Design
97
Shapes of Motion 97 • Vibrating Systems 102 • Deck Design 103
"G"-Factor 103 • Power Systems 105
CHAPTE R FOU R
Shaker Applications
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Selection of Shale Shakers 109 • Selection of Shaker Screens 109
Cascade Systems 111 • Dryer Shakers 113 •
Non-Oilfield Drilling Uses of Shale Shakers 114
CHAPTE R FIV E
Shaker User's Guide
115
Installation 115 • Operation 116 • Maintenance 116
General Guidelines 117 * Comparison and Analysis of
Shale Shaker Performance 117 * Conclusions 119
CHAPTE R SI X
Shale Shaker Screens
120
Common Screen Cloth Weaves 120
PAR T THRE E
Solids Control Management
CHAPTE R SEVE N
Solids Control Equipment
139
Suction and Testing Section 139 • Additions Section 140 • Removal Section 141
Piping and Equipment Arrangement 141 • Surface Tanks 142 • Gumbo
Removal 143 • Sand Traps 143 • Degassers 143 • Hydrocyclones 143
Mud Cleaners 154 • Centrifuges 155 • Dewatering Unit 162
Removal Section Arrangement 162
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