Coagulants and Flocculants
Flocculants are added to join the coagulated solids into a chaotic web or “floc”. As the floc grows, so does the mass. This allows the centrifuge to perform.
Drilling fluids inhibit coagulation and flocculation.
Dewatering typically involves a two-step coagulation/flocculation process.
Drilling fluid characteristics vary greatly from one rig site to the next.
