Bentonite and Drilling Mud Removal
Specialist bentonite and drilling mud removal
Professional bentonite slurry and drilling mud removal services for construction sites, piling operations, ground engineering projects, and drilling contractors. Bentonite waste requires specialist handling and rapid removal due to environmental and safety hazards.
Bentonite slurry used in piling, diaphragm walls, and drilling operations creates thick, contaminated waste that poses risks to personnel, wildlife, and surrounding environments. This hazardous material must be removed quickly before it solidifies or spreads, requiring specialist vacuum tanker equipment and licensed disposal routes.
Our experienced operators understand the urgency of bentonite waste removal. We respond rapidly to prevent slurry from hardening, which makes removal exponentially more difficult and costly. Never attempt to dilute bentonite with water – this only increases the volume of contaminated material requiring disposal.
Available for emergency callouts during active piling operations or scheduled removal as part of project planning. All collected bentonite and drilling mud is transported to licensed treatment facilities with full waste documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Regular contract servicing for ongoing piling and drilling projects
- Emergency response capability for urgent slurry removal situations
- One-off waste collection for project completion or site clearances
Rapid response capability
- Emergency callout service for urgent bentonite waste removal during active operations
- High-capacity vacuum tankers designed for thick slurry and drilling mud collection
- Experienced operators understand the time-critical nature of bentonite removal
- Equipment mobilised quickly to prevent slurry hardening and environmental contamination
Comprehensive waste management
- Licensed disposal of hazardous bentonite waste at registered treatment facilities
- Specialist handling of contaminated slurry from piling, diaphragm walls, and drilling
- Full waste transfer documentation and disposal certificates for compliance records
- Expert advice on waste volumes, removal timing, and site preparation
Flexible service options
- Regular contract servicing for ongoing piling projects with scheduled collections
- Emergency response for unexpected slurry spills or operational requirements
- One-off collection services for project completion, testing, or site remediation
- Tailored solutions for ground engineering, drilling contractors, and piling specialists
Safety and compliance
- All operations comply with environmental regulations and waste handling protocols
- Trained operators equipped with appropriate PPE for hazardous material handling
- Containment procedures prevent slurry spread during collection and transport
- Site-specific risk assessments and method statements available on request
Industry applications
- Piling operations including CFA, rotary bored, and diaphragm wall construction
- Ground engineering and soil stabilisation projects using bentonite slurry
- Drilling operations for utilities, geothermal, and site investigation works
- Tunnel boring and shaft construction with slurry shield systems
- Contaminated groundwater and bentonite-laden excavation support fluids