The fully integrated power systems, which will be used for hydraulic fracking operations during the well completion stage of shale oil and gas projects, are expected to be available to customers in mid-2015.
Weir already manufactures hydraulic fracturing pumps, and MTU is a market leader in heavy-duty industrial diesel engines.
“Our teams are working to develop fully integrated purpose-built power systems for fracking,” said Steve Noon, Weir Oil & Gas divisional managing director. “This innovative approach will introduce a complete package, with all components built specifically for fracking applications, integrated and optimised to work together, have longer run times and provide greater efficiencies for our customers. It is something the industry has asked for and we are determined to deliver”.
The agreement also provides for full service and preventive maintenance of the entire power system using Weir’s service network combined with MTU’s service capability.
Dr Michael Haidinger, chief sales officer of Rolls-Royce Power Systems, said: “Together we are taking a completely integrated approach to designing a pumping power system that addresses the challenges faced by frack site operators. We’ve brought our best engineering minds together to design a solution that enhances run times for the engine, transmission and pump, creating a robust system that will enhance operations. It is a new approach that offers customers one efficient supplier for such a critical system.”
