The enhanced power end frame on the HDF model has been validated and proven in demanding regions such as the Haynesville, Marcellus/Utica, and Permian Basins, where operating pressures range from 8,000 PSI to 12,500 PSI.
Despite the harsh operating conditions, GDEP says its 2500Q HDF pumps have outperformed industry standards, achieving performance life of over 43% greater than the average.
Turner Hall, engineering director, GDEP, said: “Most 2500 horsepower pumps in the industry last about 7,000 hours before needing a major repair. Our 2500Q HDF pumps reaching over 10,000 service hours without significant maintenance is a remarkable achievement. It highlights the durability and reliability of our product, proving that GDEP continues to lead the industry in providing solutions that exceed customer expectations."
Through innovative and long-term customer partnerships, GDEP solves critical challenges that its customers face. GDEP’s team of engineers has worked in close collaboration with a customer in response to the widespread industry challenge of premature power end frame cracks.
The project addressed frame cracking, which causes significant production downtime and increased maintenance costs. GDEP’s solution involved reengineering the frame with thicker steel construction to reduce operational stresses at critical joints and redesigning the internal main bearing retention system to eliminate bending or breaking of the snap ring bearing retainer. These enhancements not only improved frame durability, but also optimized gear and pump timing, offering a solution to a long-standing industry problem.
“These upgrades have significantly reduced unplanned power end replacements for our customer, cutting costs per pumping hour and decreasing downtime and maintenance expenses,” said Hall. “This has improved total cost of ownership and increased monthly pumping hours, reducing the need for standby pumps.”
Beyond new pumps, GDEP’s Reframe Program offers cost-saving solutions by extending the life of existing subcomponents and repurposing them into the HDF frame, allowing customers to reduce costs while maintaining high performance in the field.
“With the reframed HDF power end, customers can extend the life of their pump and achieve longer hours without having to invest in new equipment,” added Hall. “This reframe repair solution enables customers to save 30% while simultaneously decreasing operational downtime by upgrading their unit to the most durable frame on the market.”
