Valves and valve actuation – Blow-out preventers
Patent
1976-10-04
1978-02-28
Schwadron, Martin P.
Valves and valve actuation
Blow-out preventers
92 17, 92 24, 92 27, E21B 3306
Patent
active
040762084
ABSTRACT:
A new and improved ram lock for blowout preventer rams which permits locking of the ram at multiple and adjustable positions to compensate for wear on sealing elements of blowout preventer rams and increase sealing action of the ram without requiring separate special control lines. Automatic locking of the ram at a desired position, such as in adjustable sealing positions to compensate for ram elastomer wear, is obtained.
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Gerard Richard
Hydril Company
Schwadron Martin P.
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