A variety of systems are available to transport and contain large volumes
of dry bulk chemicals. Commonly known as P-tanks (pressure tanks),
these vessels are usually mounted upright and connected via piping to
a mud mixing hopper. They may also be mounted remote from the hopper and deliver material through a piping system by pneumatic force. Other designs mount the tanks above the hopper and gravity-feed the material. These tanks accommodate most dry bulk chemicals, including barite, bentonite, and cement.
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