Abstract: A pipe guide adapter for drawing pipes into a channel with the aid of a traction means is provided with ribs which are arranged conically on a base pipe. The ribs ensure guidance of the pipe and, at the same time, a simple construction of the adapter. In addition, the pipe guide adapter can be provided with rollers, which are arranged in the free spaces between the ribs and facilitate the guide function of the pipe guide adapter.
Abstract: Static mixer element for homogenizing media and methods of mixing a drilling liquid are disclosed. The static mixer includes a housing and a deflection surface arranged within the housing at a selected angle with respect to the flow direction.