New products and services
Elastomer to metal wellhead sealing handles HPHT environments
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has launched a new metal end cap seal, specifically engineered for HPHT wellhead, tubing and casing hanger sealing environments. It combines the pressure and extrusion resistance of a metal-to-metal bonded component with the flexibility of an elastomer. It can withstand pressures up to 103.4 MPa/15,000 psi and temperatures up to +177° C/+350° F in static applications. The seal materials are certified to NORSOK, NACE, API and Total standards. Sealing in the elastomer-to-metal design solution is achieved by controlled deformation of the elastomer and metal end cap elements during installation and operation. Optimal stress distribution throughout the elastomer body is modeled through Finite Element Analysis, to ensure appropriate design standards are applied to each customer’s unique application. Extrusion resistance is achieved by the specially designed metal end caps that provide positive metal-to-metal sealing interference with the hardware upon assembly, and conforms with any potential extrusion gaps under pressure. Photo: Trelleborg Sealing Solutions.
Zone isolation technology for plug-and-perf operations
GEODynamics has introduced a new technology in composite frac plug systems, the EVOLV+FracTrap Zone Isolation System. It provides both ball retrieval and composite plug technology in one tool that delivers risk-free, ball-on-seat, plug-and-perf isolation solutions to operators. This combination makes water and time savings possible by eliminating traditional risks, with the additional benefit that allows operators to test casing pressure prior to perforating operations.
Dual-purpose winch lifts equipment, personnel
Ingersoll Rand has introduced the Hydraulic Force Series dual-purpose winch that uses one motor to lift heavy equipment and the other to lift personnel. This addresses safety, space and productivity concerns for land rig operators. Its primary hydraulic gear motor is rated to lift up to 12,000 lb while in utility mode, and 350 lb in man riding mode. The winch’s two separate motors, combined with a proprietary locking mechanism, drive the winch, enabling it to shift between equipment and personnel lifting. It also includes emergency shut-off and lowering capabilities, separate control levers and mode selector, overload prevention and redundant braking systems. Photo: Ingersoll Rand.
Electronic system simplifies well expenditure tracking
Liberty Lift Solutions, LLC, has introduced a new electronic portal allowing customers to track well expenditures for installation, service and inspection on their artificial lift equipment, from their computers. The portal provides a summary of each unit at the wellsite, the ability to view and search for installation tickets, provide approvals, and chat
with personnel.
Wireline tool measures tension in real-time, provides accuracy
SMART Sens, from Impact Selector International, provides real-time monitoring of downhole cable head tension during wireline operations. It measures tension in real-time across the full surface of the tool for a higher level of accuracy. The API RP-67-compliant SMART Sens features a rugged, reliable construction, developed to handle the shock that results from perf gun firing.
Planner automates measurement programs based on CAD models
Mitutoyo America Corporation has introduced the MiCAT Planner V1.5 to its CMM line. Its one-click automation generates measurement programs based on CAD models containing geometric dimensioning and tolerancing information, as well as dimensional measuring equipment. It now supports the import of multiple CAD coordinate systems and creation of multiple part coordinate systems. The connection line and connection feature support has been expanded to include connection line and planes, and mid-point, mid-line and mid-plane features. Angle tolerances can be created from non-intersecting combinations of 2D or 3D line and axial features. A projection plane in the current PCS can be used to intersect features. Support for the concentricity tolerance was added for circles, construction circles and spheres. Photo: MiCAT.
Transmitter provides heavy-duty usage to OEMs with mini, ergonomic design
Scanreco’s Mini Transmitter is compact, customizable and designed for heavy-duty use. It communicates with the corresponding receiver, using a Scanreco protocol and a unique identity code, which prevents other transmitters from communicating with the machine unintentionally. It can accommodate 1-6 linear levers or 1-3 joysticks, as well as several pushbuttons and switches. Operator feedback is available via color display, monochrome display or LEDs. The ergonomic design supports hours of daily usage without causing operator fatigue.
Caisson Management to drive efficiencies
Pipetech has launched a new Active Caisson Management service to address wall thickness and defect issues. The system aims to drive cost efficiencies, while maintaining asset integrity throughout the lifecycle of the caisson. It involves a single-sourced, full range of services, including inspection, cleaning, coating, planned and programmed maintenance and repair scheduling. 
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