Key features of this powerful rig include a 35-foot mast and a versatile 3-speed tophead offering up to 7,200 ft-lbs of torque. It boasts a substantial 40,000 lbf holdback capacity and a 25,000 lbf pulldown, complemented by a 25,000 lbf hydraulic hoisting drum.
[pdf] Before starting casing, the drilling supervisor should hold a pre-job safety meeting and confirm the following with the crew: 1. Remove unnecessary tools. 2. Good Housekeeping before the job 3. Rig up Casing handling equipment: Using appropriate hand. .
A circulation sub, fitting the casing thread, equipped with a WECO connection, shall be readily available on the rig floor at all times during casing running.
[pdf] Baker Hughes reports 538 active drilling rigs in the US. In June, the total active rig count was 554. One year ago, the total active rig count was 585. The oil rig count is currently 411 rigs, compared to 438 in June and 483 one year ago.
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