
Drive solutions for mobile drilling rigs
Powerful Cat technology for mobile drilling projects
Mobile drilling rigs develop resources in remote and temporary locations and are indispensable for the modern oil and gas industry. Their versatility and adaptability to a wide range of operating conditions make them a key tool for exploration and production projects.
Zeppelin Power Systems supplies specially developed drilling drive solutions and transmissions that are optimally adapted to the challenges of mobile drilling rigs. Our motors combine a robust design with maximum efficiency and flexibility. They guarantee reliability even under extreme conditions and help to minimize downtimes. Rely on our high-performance technology.
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Our holistic solutions for mobile drilling rigs
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Our drilling solutions offer you powerful and customizable technologies for mobile drilling rigs

Battery energy storage systems
As a powerful addition for onshore drilling, our battery storage systems enable stable and reliable power supply.

Container Solutions
Our container solutions provide protection for drive systems and ensure greater flexibility and mobility.
Key benefits for your organization
Reduced fuel consumption
Efficient combustion technologies reduce operating costs and improve economy. Some engines can run on diesel, gas or even hybrid solutions.
Customized container solutions
On request, we can also accommodate your drives for mobile drilling rigs in robust containers. These protect the technology from environmental influences and at the same time enable efficient transportation.
Explosion-proof operation
For potentially hazardous environments, e.g. in the vicinity of gas deposits, we supply motors with ATEX certification or motors in explosion-proof containers.
Reliable and low maintenance
Our engines for mobile drilling rigs are designed so that they require infrequent maintenance intervals even when used intensively. Maintenance and repairs must be quick and easy to carry out in order to minimize downtime.
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Powerful and Flexible: Use of Cat engines in mobile drilling rigs

With their robust design, versatility and high performance, our engines are at the heart of modern mobile drilling rigs - reliable and powerful, no matter where they are used.
Performance in continuous operation
The engines are specially designed for operation under full load and work reliably even under heavy loads over long periods of time. They deliver high torques and constant power output for lifting operations and continuous drilling processes.
Adaptability to extreme conditions
Whether in dusty desert regions, at temperatures between -40 °C and +50 °C, in high humidity or in salty offshore air - Cat engines can withstand any weather. In addition, special measures such as corrosion protection, dust filters and robust housings ensure smooth operation.
Compact design and easy maintenance
As space on mobile drilling rigs is limited, the engines are characterized by a compact and lightweight design without compromising on performance. They also have a modular design, which allows for quick disassembly and reinstallation. Maintenance and replacement are simple and efficient to minimize downtime.
Resistance and flexibility
The engines are designed to withstand the stresses of transportation and use. They withstand strong vibrations and shocks and are optimized for variable load requirements that frequently occur in shorter and flexible drilling projects.
Tailored services for the oil and gas industry

Globally available service
Zeppelin Power Systems offers customized service solutions for the oil and gas industry. Our offering includes regular maintenance and 24/7 emergency service for onshore and offshore installations as well as fast spare parts supply for critical equipment.
By modernizing and retrofitting engines and GenSets, we increase the efficiency of your plants and reduce emissions. Our holistic approach maximizes uptime so that you can produce reliably and safely.
Versatile areas of application for mobile drilling rigs
Mobile drilling rigs are impressively versatile, as they are predestined for numerous applications in the energy and raw materials industry. Thanks to their mobility and flexibility, they are the first choice for exploratory drilling to develop new oil and gas deposits. Especially in remote or difficult to access areas - from deserts to offshore locations - mobile rigs enable efficient and cost-effective development.
Mobile drilling rigs also play a key role in geothermal energy, as they are used to tap geothermal energy sources and thus contribute to the promotion of renewable energies. With the efficient and flexible drive units from Zeppelin Power Systems, the rigs adapt effortlessly to different geological conditions and deliver the power required for precise and reliable drilling.
Another important area of application is oil production in regions where fixed rigs are uneconomical or technically unfeasible. Thanks to the drive solutions supplied by Zeppelin Power Systems, the mobile drilling rigs work efficiently and reliably, even on the most demanding projects.
With their compact design, advanced technology and Caterpillar drive quality, mobile drilling rigs are ideal for temporary or specialized projects. Our powerful drive solutions are specifically designed to meet the challenges of extreme operating environments.
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