Apparatus and methods for tubular makeup interlock

Details Apparatus and methods for tubular makeup interlock Apparatus and methods for tubular makeup interlock

2005-09-06

2005-09-06

Walker, Zakiya (Department: 3672)

Wells

Processes

Assembling well part

C166S053000, C166S077510, C166S085100, C166S377000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06938697

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus and methods are provided to prevent an operator from inadvertently dropping a string into a wellbore during assembling and disassembling of tubulars. Additionally, the apparatus and methods can be used to for running in casing, running in wellbore components or for a drill string.

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