Wells – Processes – Assembling well part
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-28
2006-02-28
Tsay, Frank S. (Department: 3672)
Wells
Processes
Assembling well part
C166S085100, C166S077510, C175S170000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07004259
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for facilitating the connection of tubulars using a top drive, the apparatus comprising a supporting member (13) connectable to said top drive (3) characterized in that it further comprises an internal tool (30) for engaging said tubular (7) and an external clamping device (39) for engaging said tubular (7).
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