Adapter frame for a power frame

Tools – Wrench – screwdriver – or driver therefor – Machine

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C081S057160, C081S057340, C081S057250

Reexamination Certificate

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10945568

ABSTRACT:
In one embodiment, an adapter frame is provided for use with a power frame to support a tong assembly. When the adapter frame is coupled to the power frame, the load capacity of the power frame is increased, thereby allowing the power frame to be used with larger tongs or tong assemblies such as a riser tong.

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