boorpompen
Boorpompen, also known as drilling pumps, are essential pieces of equipment used in various drilling operations, most notably in the oil and gas industry, but also in water well drilling and other geotechnical applications. Their primary function is to circulate drilling fluid, also called mud, through the drill string and out of the drill bit. This circulation serves several critical purposes. The drilling fluid lubricates and cools the drill bit, preventing it from overheating and wearing down prematurely. It also carries away the rock cuttings generated by the drill bit, preventing them from accumulating in the borehole and hindering progress. Furthermore, the hydrostatic pressure exerted by the column of drilling fluid helps to stabilize the borehole walls, preventing collapse.
There are several types of boorpompen, with the most common being reciprocating piston pumps. These pumps utilize