Stage 3 Separation
Maximum Efficiency Minimum Waste
Midland Solids Control & Drilling Waste Management | Stage 3 Separation
Serving the Heart of the Permian Basin with Maximum Efficiency, Minimum Waste
Located at 4023 S County Rd. 1232, Midland, Texas 79706 | (432) 400-7039
Leading Permian Basin Drilling Operations with Advanced Solids Control
Stage 3 Separation’s Midland facility serves as the operational hub for Permian Basin drilling operations, providing cutting-edge solids control and waste management solutions to operators across West Texas and Southeast New Mexico. With over 30 years of experience and 7,500+ completed projects, we understand the unique challenges of high-volume drilling programs in the nation’s most productive oil field.
Why Permian Basin Operators Choose Stage 3 Midland
Proven Permian Performance:
Our Midland team has successfully deployed MudCube installations and advanced centrifuge systems across the basin, helping operators reduce drilling costs while maximizing mud system efficiency.
Real-Time Optimization:
Using our proprietary algorithms and data analytics, we provide actionable insights that reduce drilling fluid costs by up to 30% while improving ROP and reducing NPT.
Local Expertise:
Our Midland-based engineers understand Permian geology, from the Spraberry to the Wolfcamp formations, ensuring optimal solids control strategies for each drilling environment.
Comprehensive Drilling Services for Midland Operations
Advanced Solids Control Systems
- High-capacity shale shakers designed for Permian Basin drilling rates – View Shakers
- Smart centrifuge packages with automated controls for 24/7 operations – View Centrifuges
- Real-time monitoring and data analytics for continuous optimization – Learn about our Solids Control Platform
- Custom mud plant integration for large-scale drilling programs
Drilling Waste Management
- Cuttings dewatering to reduce disposal volumes by up to 50% – Learn about Slurry Dewatering
- Thermal treatment for oil-based mud recovery
- Beneficial reuse programs turning waste into stackable solids
- Regulatory compliance support for Texas Railroad Commission requirements
Completion Fluids Management
- Frac flowback processing to maximize water recovery
- Produced water treatment for beneficial reuse or disposal
- Site dewatering operations and water treatment
- Completion waste minimization reducing trucking and disposal costs
Midland Market Advantages
Strategic Permian Basin Location
Our Midland facility provides rapid response to drilling operations across:
- Howard County (Big Spring area operations)
- Martin County (Stanton field developments)
- Midland County (core Permian operations)
- Glasscock County (Garden City area)
- Upton County (Reagan field extensions)
Permian Basin Industry Insights
- Market Leadership: The Permian Basin accounts for over 40% of US oil production, with Midland County alone producing over 350,000 barrels per day.
- Drilling Intensity: With over 300 active drilling rigs, the Permian generates more drilling waste than any other US basin, creating significant opportunities for beneficial reuse and cost reduction.
- Water Challenges: Limited freshwater resources make produced water recycling and beneficial reuse critical for sustainable operations.
Environmental Solutions for West Texas
Advanced Solids Control Systems
Regulatory Compliance Made Simple
- Texas Railroad Commission reporting and compliance
- EPA RCRA waste characterization and management
- Air quality monitoring for drilling operations
- Groundwater protection through proper waste handling
Drilling Waste Management
Sustainability Focus
- Reduce carbon emissions by minimizing truck traffic to disposal sites
- Water conservation through advanced recycling and treatment
- Waste minimization converting liquid waste to stackable solids
- Circular economy approaches to drilling fluid management
Completion Fluids Management
Cost Reduction Benefits
- 30% reduction in drilling fluid costs through beneficial reuse
- 50% decrease in disposal volumes through advanced dewatering
- Fewer truck loads reducing transportation costs and road impact
- Improved drilling efficiency through cleaner drilling fluids
Featured Midland Basin Success Story
MudCube Installation Delivers Proven Results
Stage 3 Separation provided a comprehensive solids control solution including three MudCube units and a single 19″ bowl centrifuge for a major Permian Basin operator’s Midland County drilling program. The installation processed all fluid from the flowline through the MudCube screens, ensuring first-pass solids removal and optimal mud weight maintenance.
- $39,000 net savings per well compared to historical performance
- Significant reduction in base fluid consumption through advanced filtration
- Reduced waste volumes when compared to conventional solids control methods
- Enhanced environmental performance with measurable impact reduction
The MudCube’s enclosed process design also reduced noise to meet restrictive ordinances while capturing gas for safe evacuation and treatment. This versatile system demonstrates value across Stage 3’s product lines with flexible installations, high processing rates, and enhanced Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) features.
Industries We Serve in the Midland Market
Energy & Oil Field Services
- Drilling contractors seeking optimized mud systems
- Completion companies managing frac flowback volumes
- Midstream operators handling produced water treatment
- Service companies requiring waste management solutions
Municipal & Infrastructure
- City of Midland water treatment and infrastructure projects
- Midland County road construction and utility projects
- Pipeline construction requiring trenchless technology solutions
- Industrial facility waste management and treatment
Advanced Technology Deployed in Midland
MudCube™ Revolutionary Technology
Our patented low G-force vibration with vacuum technology, originally proven offshore in the North Sea. The MudCube processes 100% of drilling fluid and delivered $39,000 per well savings in our proven Midland Basin installation.
Smart Centrifuge Fleet
From our fleet of 670 centrifuges ranging from full variability to fixed drive, we deploy IoT systems capturing 500+ data points per second for remote real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance.
Tri-Canter (3-Phase) Centrifuge
Advanced separation technology that simultaneously separates light liquid, heavy liquid, and solids with precision pumps and comprehensive real-time monitoring for optimal hydrocarbon recovery.
Axiom Shaker Systems
Triple-deck design offering both series and parallel configurations for superior particle filtration, handling high flow rates while maintaining fine filtration through our innovative deck sharing concept.
Custom Tank Systems
Multi-compartment designs for closed-loop fluid management with integrated chemical mixing and solids removal in transportable units optimized for Permian Basin operations.
Additional Services Available in Midland
Laboratory Services & Testing
Full-scale laboratory with 5-day guaranteed turnaround (24 hours expedited). Drilling fluids verification and particle size analysis.
Custom Engineering Solutions
3-D design, custom fabrication, and IoT-enabled system integration for unique project requirements.
Municipal & Utility Solutions
Dewatering, emergency response, and lagoon remediation for West Texas municipalities and utilities.
Industrial Waste Management
Specialized solutions for refining, manufacturing, and petrochemical operations across the Permian Basin.
Marine Construction & Dredging
Modular separation systems for contaminated materials and environmentally sensitive applications.
Trenchless Technology
Pipeline crossings, micro tunneling, and horizontal directional drilling waste management.
Contact Our Midland Team
Let’s optimize your Permian Basin operations.
Stage 3 Separation – Midland Facility
4023 S County Rd. 1232
Midland, Texas 79706
(432) 400-7039
Emergency Response: 24/7 support for critical drilling operations
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Our Midland-based experts will conduct a comprehensive review of your drilling operations and provide data-driven recommendations for:
- Solids control optimization
- Drilling waste reduction
- Cost savings opportunities
- Environmental compliance strategies
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