Conductor torquing system

Details Conductor torquing system Conductor torquing system

2006-07-18

2006-07-18

Bryant, David P. (Department: 3726)

Metal working

Method of mechanical manufacture

Disassembling

C029S456000, C029S235000, C029S240000, C081S057160, C081S057220, C081S057340, C285S038000, C285S039000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07076852

ABSTRACT:
A conductor torquing system is provided for large diameter threaded conductor casing which comprises a lower chain vise adapted to grip a first joint of conductor casing, a plurality of movable arms operable to apply a retaining force to a second joint of conductor casing to maintain the latter in rotational contact with a spinning means. The spinning means is operable to rotationally make-up the second joint of conductor casing to the first joint of conductor casing to an initial make-up torque value. The apparatus also includes an upper chain vise for gripping the second joint of conductor casing and applying a final make-up torque to the threaded connection. The apparatus will allow a conductor connection to be made-up in a safe and efficient manner and generally assist in reaching the final torque stage more rapidly.

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Photograph of chain tong.
Photograph of spinning conductor pipe with rope.
Photograph of dual chain vises for breaking out horizontal conductor pipe.
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