Your mud formulation should always address the more prevalent soil condition.
For example, if the formation is mostly sand, then you should formulate to treat sand in addition to the other anticipated geology.
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NorthStar proudly provides drilling fluid products and technical support to projects globally
SERVICES
NorthStar Fluid Solutions provide fluid and fluid waste management services for your project. During the project bidding process, we work with our customers to determine the amount and type of product required, based on geology, rig capability and environmental regulations.
A fluids program is generated to streamline drilling fluid performance once the project starts.
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BIG RIG HDD MUD PROGRAMS
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NorthStar Fluid Solutions provides more detailed mud programs and drilling waste management programs for customers utilizing larger HDD and tunneling machines. The customer provides the project details such as geotechnical reports, specified equipment and environmental regulations. We use this information to generate a long form Drilling Fluids Program that encompasses pump rates, ROP, fluid volumes and fluid formulations.
Our comprehensive troubleshooting sections ensure the client is prepared for any surprises during the drilling program, including recommendations for:
- Loss of circulation
- Caving sand and gravel, and
- Reactive clay and shale.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
During the project, technical support is available via phone, Internet and site visits. We can produce waste management plans for any project - whether mechanical separation or in-situ solidification using our STAR-SORB class of superabsorbent polymers, NorthStar Fluid Solutions is available for our customers at all project stages.
Our technical support team ensures that the best products for the application are recommended - including environmental, logistics, economical and mixing considerations.
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TRAINING AND MUD SCHOOLS
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NorthStar Fluid Solutions Mud Schools or Mud Workshops are a great way for our customers to better understand the products and their application. They are held at customer locations and on field visits. This includes classroom/formal instruction and product demonstrations. A better understanding of the products and their applications will likely improve drilling efficiency and could cut fluid consumption costs.
Product training through mud schools/workshops and site visits reinforces the necessity of drilling fluids in project success. Constant customer contact ensures the best drilling fluid additive is utilized for optimal drilling performance. Speak with us about your mud school and training needs and we will work with your group to provide the best option.
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ABOUT US
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NorthStar's MayanStar division warehouses in Mexico
With decades of proven global technical, purchasing, and logistics experience—we guarantee your company will complete projects with technical and logistics support.
We have you covered with warehouses in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, and competitive delivered product pricing globally. Our field staff are well versed in advanced drilling fluid technologies and take pride in on-site support and education.
Fluidos MayanStar was introduced in the fall of 2010 by the principles of NorthStar Fluid Solutions to directly service the Mexican Minerals Exploration and Water Well Drilling industry with local personnel, products, engineering, warehousing and transportation.
We believe that preparation and pre-planning is the key to any project. Whether you are embarking on a core drilling, water well, horizontal directional drilling or tunneling project—we are there to accompany you on your journey with customized mud programs designed to maximize your opportunity for success.
We also believe in providing quality products with value. That means products mix rapidly in most mixing systems. We design our drilling fluids systems with the minimum amount of products for maximum performance and success. It is our goal to help you reach your goals—maximum performance with the greatest rate of return.
GLOBAL LOGISTICS
At NorthStar Fluid Solutions, we offer world class unique out of the box thinking and solutions for our clients no matter the location around the world. We can move what you need, when you need it, in a cost effective, safe and secure manner that allows you to rest easy at night.
NorthStar Fluid Solutions has developed strong relationships with quality transportation companies for North American movements and contracts in place with Ocean carriers through our partnerships with several top of class Freight Forwarders around the world.
Some of the services we offer are:
- Rail Car-Box and Bulk-US, Canada, Mexico and beyond
- Flatbeds, Box Vans, LTL-Domestic US, Canada and Mexico
- Commercial Invoice, BOL and Customs Document preparation
- Global 20 / 40 ft Container and Less Than Container shipping from origin to final destination
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We make sure your project is always stocked on-time
QHSE [Quality, Health, Safety & Environment]
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Our Quality Health Safety Environment policy is very important to ensuring our employees and customers always work safely with the best quality products that have the least possible environmental impact.
We work directly with product manufacturers to ensure our customers get the best quality product for their application. We regularly retain and test samples of all our products at our warehouses and customer locations to ensure they continually meet our specifications. Health and safety information is provided to our clients or is made readily available to them.
Products are toxicity tested to ensure we never exceed the tolerances of the receiving environment. Most of our products have been tested for Aquatic Toxicity, Microtox, Metals and salinity.
WORLD-WIDE SOURCING
At NorthStar Fluid Solutions, we have the knowledge, experience and expertise to identify, evaluate, develop and negotiate strong supply relationships with some of the finest manufacturers of drilling fluid products around the world based on our Clients’ unique needs.
From our own in house testing and QA/QC lab to real world field-testing and evaluation, we firmly stand behind any product we put out into the marketplace.
With multiple stocking points in Canada (7), USA (6), and Mexico (2), along with a global presence through NorthStar Fluid Solutions unique relationships with our various manufacturers, our products are available around the world when and where you need them at the most competitive pricing.
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We source our raw materials direct from the mine
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ Products
You recommend product formulations for certain soil conditions - which product should I use in mixed conditions?
What is the typical order of addition?
Make up water should always be tested and treated first. If you suspect you are working with hard water, then it should be treated with soda ash.
You should next mix your bentonite and give it time to hydrate for about 7-10 minutes.
Natural polymers like PAC and Trol should be added, followed by synthetic or PHPA polymers like Star Drill.
Liquid additives like clay control and lubricants should be added last.
Are your products environmentally safe?
All of our products undergo rigorous environmental testing.
We ensure the products used or recommended for your project meet all Federal, State/Provincial and local environmental regulatory requirements.
What is the benefit of using a liquid polymer?
Liquid polymer, although 30% or 50% active polymer content, will mix a lot faster and more efficiently than dry polymer.
Liquid polymers are typically used where hopper or high shear mixing systems are not available
Will powder polymers mix in any mixing system?
Readily dispersible powder polymers will mix more efficiently than standard dry polymers. We recommended that regular grade polymers are added very slowly to the tanks or through a hopper system.
Otherwise, dry PAC and Trol polymers should be pre-wet in vegetable oil or vegetable-based lubricants
Can I apply NorthStar dill rod grease to wet rods?
Yes, NorthStar drill rod grease is formulated to stick to wet rods.
FAQ Transportation
Can you deliver your product to my location?
Yes we surely can, we will work with our transportation partners to provide you a quote for the most cost effective and timely way to get the product to you.
How long will it take for me to receive my order?
It all depends where you are located and what method of transportation is needed to get the product to you. Depending on how quickly you need the product, various pricing options exist.
What methods of transport do you offer?
We offer Truck-Flatbed, Van, LTL, Rail-Boxcar and Bulk, Ocean-20 or 40ft Containers and via AirCargo.
Depending on your Geographic location and circumstances, we can come up with a custom plan to provide you the highest quality of service that your project needs.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes we do! For shipment into Canada or Mexico, we can handle the freight from our Warehouse stocking point to final destination, along with all the customs paperwork so you can stay focused on your project.
For shipment by Ocean or Air-we can arrange for transport via Container or AirCargo to anywhere in the world. We will work with our transportation partners to provide you the highest quality service at the best possible price based on your timelines.
Are your transportation partners insured and bonded?
All of our transportation partners are fully insured, bonded and compliant with all local and Federal Regulations.
FAQ Warehousing
Do you have a stocking point close to my location?
We currently have stocking points in Canada, USA and Mexico. We do have distributors of our products in other areas of the world, contact us for details.
Do you carry every product you list on your website at all locations?
We carry the appropriate mix of products/inventory levels that our current customers and projects are using. We can add additional products or quantity as customer/project needs change within a short period of time.
What are your hours at your warehouses?
Each facility is different but in general Mon-Fri from 7:00am to 5PM. After hours and weekends are available for a call-out fee- Contact us for specific details.
Do you sell less than pallet quantities from your warehouses?
Yes we do, our warehouses can down stack bags or bkts for you but realize there will be an additional charge for doing so.
Do you charge for Pallets or Shrink-Wraps?
No we don’t on full pallet sales of the same product. If we have to down stack or do mix quantities on a pallet, we have to charge for the additional costs of labour, new pallet and shrink-wrap.