American Mud Pumps Blog

The United States closed 2024 with a noticeable increase in associated natural gas production,up 6% compared with the previous year, according to EIA. This rise followed the same trend seen in crude oil output, especially in the Permian Basin, which continues to be the engine of U.S. hydrocarbon growth. 

How to Extend Mud Pump Life with Zirconia Liners Advantage: Immediate Reduction in Wear & Failures Every drilling operation fights the same enemy: abrasion, heat, and pressure that slowly destroy the mud pump from the inside. A standard liner can survive the job… but a zirconia liner changes the economics completely. By resisting the aggressive solids inside your mud, zirconia dramatically reduces wear from day one — giving your pump longer life and fewer

Choosing the right triplex pump can make or break your drilling efficiency. From pressure ratings to fluid ends, here’s how to select the right one for your rig.

OPEC+ forecasts stronger global oil demand and a balanced market by 2026, driven by steady economic growth in the U.S., Asia, and other key regions.

Canada’s oil industry is once again at a crossroads. With production steadily rising and 90% of crude exports still flowing to the United States, Alberta is moving to break this dependency. 

Working on an offshore platform has always demanded resilience, skill, and precision.  For decades, operators have been the backbone of oil and gas production at sea. 

British energy giant BP has decided to raise the stakes in U.S. waters with a $5 billion bet: the development of the Tiber-Guadalupe project,

Guyana continues to consolidate itself as one of the most attractive destinations in the global oil industry.  The South American country has just confirmed a $6.8 billion investment for the development of the Hammerhead project, which will become the seventh major production plan in its prolific offshore Stabroek block

Australia has taken a new step in its gas journey with the announcement that Santos, one of the country’s leading independent energy companies, has delivered first gas production from the Barossa field.  Its rapid move into operation underlines the urgency of sustaining LNG exports from northern Australia.

Oil and gas fields naturally lose output over time, but the pace of these declines is accelerating.  According to a new IEA report, this trend has huge implications for markets, investment, and energy security. 

In the drilling industry, the fluid end of a mud pump is often described as the “heart of the pump.”  It is responsible for converting mechanical energy into hydraulic pressure, pushing drilling fluid deep into the wellbore.  Because of the extreme conditions under which it operates, high pressure, abrasive fluids, and continuous cycles, the fluid end is also the part of the pump most prone to failure. 

In high-pressure mud pump operations, precision and reliability are everything.  Pumps working under extreme conditions must handle abrasive materials, high flow rates, and fluctuating pressures on a daily basis.  One of the most effective ways to protect these systems is by using pulsation dampeners, a component often underestimated but vital for the long-term health of the pump and connected equipment.

In the drilling industry, performance and reliability are non-negotiable.  Every hour of operation is tied to high costs, and every breakdown can trigger a chain reaction of delays.  Over the last decade, mud pump design and manufacturing have undergone a significant transformation, not just in operating performance, but in the very materials from which these machines are built. 

The possible comeback of Petrobras to Nigeria marks more than just the return of a company; it signals the potential movement of Brazilian talent, technology, and investment into one of Africa’s most promising energy hubs. 

The U.S. natural gas market is preparing for a milestone in 2025.  According to the latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, demand is expected to climb by 1%, reaching an unprecedented 91.4 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d).

Do the structural components of a mud pump contribute to its durability and safety?True. And understanding how they do so is critical for anyone working in drilling operations.  A mud pump is exposed to relentless pressure, abrasive fluids, and constant mechanical stress. 

U.S. natural gas inventories are projected to remain comfortably above historical norms as the 2025 injection season comes to a close. 

2025 is proving to be a turbulent year for the oil market. Geopolitical tensions, trade wars, and shifts in energy policies have put pressure on both demand and prices. 

In the oil industry, upstream represents the stage where it all begins: the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. 

Canada’s oil sector continues to defy the pressures of a volatile commodity market, with recent production gains underscoring the country’s growing influence on global energy flows.

In the oil and mining sectors, mud pumps work under intense and abrasive conditions, where even a few hours of downtime can translate into massive operational losses.  Yet, many operations still wait until a part fails before acting, exposing themselves to supply chain delays, budget overruns, and unnecessary stress. 

Eight influential members of the OPEC+ alliance, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Algeria, Oman, and Kazakhstan, have agreed to fully reverse their voluntary oil production cuts totaling 2.2 million barrels per day (b/d) 

Energy trade between the United States and Canada continues to be a cornerstone of North America’s energy landscape, totaling $151 billion in 2024, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Turkey is pushing for a stronger energy partnership with Iraq, and at the center of this effort is the Iraq-Turkey pipeline (ITP).