Mud Circulation Animation

• Drilling mud is pumped down into the well in order to hold back formation pressures, provide lubrication to the bit and carry the drilled cuttings back to the surface. Once at the surface the mud undergoes a range of treatments to remove cuttings and other contaminants, reduce temperature and re-condition the mud back to its original specification. Learn more about drilling with our world-class oil and gas awareness course. Affordable training at your fingertips. Visit www.norwelledge.com.