CEBO
CEBO HDD viscosifiers

Build the fluid.
Support the bore.

Bentonite-based viscosifiers developed to provide carrying capacity, bore stability, lubrication and predictable drilling-fluid performance.

Explore the product
ViscosityCarry drilled solids
Gel strengthSupport suspension
Filter cakePromote bore stability
Recycle readyEfficient fluid reuse
Build the fluid.Support the bore.
Product overview

The foundation of the drilling-fluid programme.

HDD viscosifiers help maintain mud stability and fluidity while supporting cuttings transport, borehole integrity and equipment protection.

  • Select around geology and bore diameter
  • Consider make-up water quality and salinity
  • Allow appropriate hydration and mixing time
  • Balance viscosity against pumping and recycling
Range & configuration

Bentonite products for different conditions.

Choose the base product around ground, water quality, annular velocity and the required carrying capacity.

01 / GENERAL HDD

TUNNEL-GEL® PRO

A high-yield bentonite developed for rapid viscosity, clay encapsulation and lubrication across common HDD ground conditions.

02 / LARGE DIAMETER

TUNNEL-GEL® MAX

A higher-mixing-ratio viscosifier designed to build gel strength and carry solids where annular velocity is lower.

03 / SALINE WATER

TUNNEL-GEL® SW

A bentonite additive developed to viscosify brackish or saline make-up water and support fluid performance.

Specify with confidence

Match the product to the application.

Ground conditions

Match viscosity and filtration performance to formation type.

Water quality

Test hardness, pH and salinity before mixing.

Bore geometry

Consider diameter, length and expected annular velocity.

Recycling

Build a system compatible with the planned solids-control circuit.

Need to build a base fluid?

Talk to TA Drilling about bentonite choice and mixing requirements.

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