Rig Controls at Drill Floor

DRILLING RIG ---- AMPHION CONTROLS AT THE DRILLFLOOR
Main Features and Equipment The Amphion system provides operators with control of drilling tools and processes from an ergonomically-correct workstation. Located inside the drillers cabin, the workstation offers conventional controls and status information applicable to the operation being performed. The drillers cabin and local instrument rooms (LIRs) are considered safe areas for installing Amphion components that carry no hazardous area classifications (workstations, multi-tool controller cabinets, etc.). Front-entry chair (FEC) workstations, equipped with three touchscreens each, Multi-tool controller (MTC) cabinets, RigSense server, and 1 RigSense client,
V-DAQ (System 5 Data Acquisition system), Integrated operator interface application for National Oilwell Varco and third-party tools, systems, or monitoring processes listed below. Automated Drawworks System (ADS-10T) Top Drive System (TDS-8SA) Rotary Table Power Slips (PS21) Zone Management System (ZMS) Hydraulic Cathead (HC26-EV) Automated Roughneck (AR3200) Rotating Mouse Hole Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU45) Mud Pump Controls Motor Control Center (MCC)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Self-Elevating Drilling Vessel consists of a modified triangular hull with three (3) self-elevating triangular truss legs each fitted with a spud can at its lower end. The modified triangular hull is 234 ft (71.3 m). long. 208 ft (63.4 m) wide, and 25 ft (7.62 m) deep at the side. Three legs are spaced with the forward leg on the centerline of the vessel and the two after legs 129 ft (39.3 m) aft and 71 ft (21.6 m) outboard of the centerline of the forward leg. The spud cans, which form the lower segments of each leg, are about 47 ft. (14.3m) measured flat to flat. The spud can come with a tip at its bottom. The leg length including the spud can tip is 307 ft (93.6 m). The Vessel is designed for maximum drilling depth up to 20,000 ft
The quarters The quarters are located forward of the main deck and providing accommodation for 100 men. The quarter consist of a galley, mess room, sick bay, recreation rooms, gymnasium, laundry, mosque, offices, radio room and cabins arranged for 1 and 2 persons. The heliport is on the forward end of the Vessel and designed for Sikosky S61N Super Puma helicopter. or
The drill floor is located above the cantilever. The cantilever is capable of being skidded fore and aft with the centerline of drill well cantilevered up to 45/ft (13.7m) ( optional 70ft) off transom and the drill floor can be skidded to 12 ft (3.65m) ( optional 15ft ) transversely port and starboard of the vessel centerline.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND DESIGN CONDITIONS

DEFINITIONS: Fixed Loads: This consists of all of which are permanently attached and form part of the drilling unit. They are namely the quarters, heliport, substructure, mud return tanks, cement structure, shale shaker platform, drawworks shed, cranes, winches, engines, generators, pumps, electrical boards, electrical cables, drilling machinery, derrick foundations, piping, rigging and etc. Variable Operating Loads: Consist of the following items, which are readily removable, shifted, or consumed during the drilling operations: bulk mud, bulk chemicals, bulk cement, liquid mud, liquid cement, casing, drill pipe, drill collar, conductor pipes, drill water, diesel oil, lube oil, crew, crew supplies, potable water, bilge/ dirty water, dirty oil, set back load, conductor tension load, BOPs, well test equipment including burner boom, mud logging unit, well logging unit and tool house, cementing equipment, anchors, anchor lines and anchor buoys, skimmer tank content, cantilever pipe rack load, etc. Substructure Drilling Loads: Consist of those loads, which may be applied to the substructure during drilling as follows: Hook or rotary load; Setback load; Conductor tension load; Skimmer tank load etc; Design Operating Conditions: Water Depth (ft ) Max Wave Height (ft) Corresponding Wave Period ( sec ) Max Wind Velocity (knot) (one min. ave) Surface Current ( knot ) Current @ Mud Line ( knot) Air Gap (ft ) Penetration (ft ) Variable Load not including drilling load (kips) Drilling Load Variable Load including drilling load (kips) Minimum steel design operating temperature (deg C) 150 33 12 70 3.5 0 65 15 5,800 1,500 7,300 10
Design Storm Survival Conditions Water Depth (ft) Max Wave Height (ft) Corresponding Wave Period (sec) Max Wind Velocity (knot ) (one min. ave) Surface Current (knot) Current @ mud line ( knot ) Air Gap (ft) Penetration (ft) Variable Load (kips) Minimum steel design operating temperature (deg C) 150 33 12 100 3.5 0 65 15 5,800 10
The following notes apply to the above: 1. The above environmental ratings and variable loads may be subjected to change if there is any change in the hull/equipment weights, load capacity or Vessel wind profile. The total elevated weight comprises of Hull weight, BFE weights, and Variable Loads. Weight limits shall be as specified in this document or in the Contract. Drag coefficient consistent with current jack-up analysis methodology. No marine growth used in the drag calculation. The LCG of the elevated weight is assumed at the centroid of the Vessels Legs in plan for Storm Survival Conditions. For Normal Drilling condition, the LCG is assumed at the 9ft aft of the Vessels leg centroid.
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6. All preloading are performed at full storm variable. Sequential preloading maybe necessary, if required. 7. 8. 9. Cantilever is fully extended for Normal Drilling and for Storm Survival conditions. (No conductor load for Storm Survival Conditions). An increase in the footing penetration is equivalent to an increase in water depth by the amount of the additional penetration. Spud can tip is fully embedded at all time.
10. The above ratings are only applicable if Fixation System is engaged.
11. Maximum bearing pressure on spudcan under preload conditions is approximately 7 kip/ft2. Maximum bearing pressure is to be adjusted if there is any change in item 1 and 2 above. 12. Minimum water depth operation to be 20ft. Load Capacities Cantilever Loads: Substructure Load Max Combined Total Consisting of any proportion of the following: Hooks Rotary Set Back Cantilever separation tank content load Cantilever Pipe Rack Load capacity 1,500,000 lbs 1,000,000 lbs 1,500,000 lbs 750,000 lbs 10,000 lbs 1,100,000 lbs
Design Loads: Pipe Rack Main Deck (Outside Pipe Rack) Drill Floor (Working Areas) Quarters Deck House Tops Mud Pits Machinery Spaces Sack Stores 540 lbs/ft2 425 lbs/ft2 400 lbs/ft2 90 lbs/ft2 90 lbs/ft2 1,700 lbs/ft2 270 lbs/ft2 540 lbs/ft2
Cantilever design drilling loads (kips)
Starboard Cantilever Reach (ft) 45.0 15.0 1300 ( optional ) 70.0 ( optional ) 210 ( optional ) 370 ( optional ) 12.0 1500
Rotary offset from Port Hull centerline 0.0 -12.0 1500 1500
-15.0 1300 ( optional )
1330 ( optional )
370 ( optional )
210 ( optional )
Design Towing Conditions The unit is approved by ABS for ocean wet tow with 307 ft of leg length fully raised and for field transit with 307 ft of leg length fully raised. (*) The structure of the unit shall designed for dry tow with 307 ft of leg with proper sea fastening subject to suitability of towing vessel. Maximum Variable Load for Ocean tow is 5,800 kips and for Field tow is ( Field VDL of 5,800 kips is inclusive of 300 kips of set back load). 5,800 kips
(*) For leg fully raised, the tip of spud can including the hard point will be flushed with the hull bottom.
Operating Capacities: Item Diesel Fuel Drill Water Bbls Potable Water Bbls Preload Bulk Mud Bulk Cement Sack Stores (Approx. 1800ft2) Mud Pits Bbls Liquid Brine /Base Oil Drill water / Preload No of Tanks 2 4 2 Per GA 3 4 1 Per GA Per GA 3 Total Amount Approx. 3,500 Bbls 6,000 2,300 40,000 Bbls 5,000 cu ft 7,000 cu ft 5,000Sacks 2,800 2,250 Bbls 13,800 Bbls 500 tons 500 tons
Total pipe rack capacity at cantilever Total main deck capacity Operating temperature -
Water temperature: Maximum 36 degree C , Minimum 15 degree C. Max operating ambient temperature ( except air cond. System design ) : 55 degree C Minimum operating ambient temperature : 10 degree C Max ambient temperature for air cond system design : 50 degree C
Main Features and Drilling Equipment Located inside the drillers cabin, the workstation offers conventional controls and status information applicable to the operation being performed. The drillers cabin and local instrument rooms (LIRs) are considered safe areas for installing Amphion components that carry no hazardous area classifications (workstations, multi-tool controller cabinets, etc.). The Amphion system provides operators with control of drilling tools and processes from an ergonomically-correct workstation. (2) Front-entry chair (FEC) workstations, equipped with three touch screens each, (2) Multi-tool controller (MTC) cabinets, RigSense server, and 1 RigSense client,
V-DAQ (System 5 Data Acquisition system), Integrated operator interface application for National Oilwell Varco and third-party tools, systems, or monitoring processes listed below. National Oilwell Varco: Automated Drawworks System (ADS-10D) Top Drive System (TDS-8SA) Rotary Table Power Slips (PS30) Zone Management System (ZMS) RigSense and V-DAQ (System 5 Data Acquisition system) Pipe Racking System (PRS-8i) Fingerboard Pipe Transfer Conveyor (PTC-MD) Hydraulic Cathead (HC26-EV) Automated Roughneck (AR4500) (2) Foxhole Subassemblies Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU45) Pipe Deck Machine (PDM)
Third-party:Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) System Mud Pump Controls Motor Control Center (MCC)
Front-Entry Chair (FEC) Workstations The front-entry chair (FEC) workstations are the user's interface to the control network and tools. Located in the drillers cabin, each of the two FEC workstations contain: 3 Amphion touchscreens_ 2 joysticks_ 2 discrete switch control panels_ 1 chair_ 2 network switches
Both driller and assistant driller workstations are identical in their equipment and system management capabilities, and therefore provide full operational redundancy. Joysticks and discrete switches responsible for operating a particular tool are located in the same relative position on each workstation. Joysticks and associated switches for that tool are also positioned to allow operation by opposite hands. For example, the left joystick operates the automated roughneck, while discrete switch controls for the automated roughneck are located on the workstations right control panel Touchscreen Computers The FEC workstation contains three self-contained touchscreens (sometimes referred to as an HMI, or a human-machine interface). Touchscreens display tool control, drilling operation, alarm, and status information. By default, they display information pertinent to the activity being performed, allowing the operator to concentrate on the job at hand without the distraction of extraneous data. All touchscreens have access to any tool controller connected to the network.
Drillers Chair
Here we see the driller setting up the drawwork for the load test of the rig to 1,000,000 lbs by inserting the overpull maximum Joysticks Joysticks are used for tools that require controlled movement. Unless the override is engaged, the trigger (also referred to as a dead man switch) mounted on the front of the right joystick must be depressed in order to operate the equipment.
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The right joystick controls either the automated drawworks system (ADS) or the pipe racking system (PRS). Moving the PRS joystick affects PRS destinations, which vary depending on its current mode (selected via the user interface). Control Panels Discrete switch controls are dedicated to frequently-used operations (such as opening and closing the roughneck jaws). 11
The left control panel contains chair rotation controls (not shown above), and discrete switches for the pipe racking system (PRS), automated drawworks system (ADS), rotary table, cathead, power slips, and foxholes. It also contains a tool ownership release button, which releases ownership of all tools owned by the current workstation. The right control panel contains the emergency stop button (not shown above), and discrete switches for the automated roughneck (AR), the top drive system (TDS), and the pipe deck machine (PDM).
Tool Ownership This section contains information about Amphion tool ownership, and is intended to provide rig personnel with a basic understanding of the concept of tool ownership and how it affects rig operations.
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Amphion tools can be controlled from operator workstations using joysticks, discrete switches, and touchscreen controls. Control of a particular tool is limited to one operator (workstation) at a time for safety reasons.
All tools affected by Amphion tool ownership are owned by the system at startup. Consequently, before a tool can be controlled from any workstation, the operator must submit an ownership request by pressing the Ownership button located on the tool To prevent untimely operation shutdowns due to hardware or power failures that affect workstation controls, the controller releases tool ownership only from those workstations affected by the failure. Hardware or power failures that do not affect tool operation will not cause tool ownership release.
Ownership Controls and Status Where applicable, tool screens contain an Ownership button. The buttons color and text indicates its ownership status.
A green ownership button with a text display Available indicates the tool is available for ownership. Your station can assume ownership only if the button is enabled, and the word Take appears along the bottom of the button. If the text Ownership appears in white and the button is disabled, your station cannot assume ownership of the tool. If you are unable to take ownership because your station already has ownership of another tool, the name of that tool appears in white text along the bottom of the button. An orange ownership button indicates the tool is owned by one of the operators, and the text indicates the workstation that currently owns the tool. A red ownership button indicates an emergency stop is engaged, and the tool is unavailable.
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Granting and Releasing Ownership Before granting tool ownership to a workstation, the controller verifies that the following conditions are met: The IP address of the workstation requesting ownership has permission to control the tool. The tool is not owned by any other workstation. The same workstation cannot simultaneously assume ownership of both the drawworks and the pipe racking system, since they are both controlled by the right joystick. The same workstation cannot simultaneously assume ownership of both the conveyor and the automated roughneck, since they are both controlled by the left joystick The same workstation cannot simultaneously assume ownership of both the drawworks, racker, or pipe deck machine, since they are controlled by the right joystick. Either workstation can assume control of the drawworks, however the drawworks keyswitch, located on the drill floor shutdown (DFSD) panel, must be set to either the driller or the assistant driller before assuming ownership. Once an operator is finished using a specific tool, he or she should release ownership of that tool by pressing the Ownership button again. Use the Tool Ownership - Release All discrete switch on the workstations left control panel to release ownership of all tools owned by that workstation.
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Tool Controllers and Security An Amphion tool controller (sometimes referred to as an SBC, or a single-board computer), is a customized computer used to automate machinery in commercial and industrial environments. Amphion controllers are programmable and contain processors, memory, communication ports, and other components similar to those found in most computers. Each tool controller is programmed with the logic required to automate and monitor a specific piece of rig equipment. Tool controllers are located in the multi-tool controller (MTC) cabinets. Security for tool access is based on keys to prevent unauthorized computers connected to the rig network from controlling a tool.
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Multi-Tool Controller (MTC) Cabinets
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Operator Interface This section provides the reader with a brief overview of the main components included in the operator interface.. Main Menu Bar The navigation menus showed here display along the bottom of all screens.
It should be noted that the lower navigation bar can only be changed by a skilled IT rep, and that each rig will be set up independently, much of the programming for the system was done as we went along, and many of the functions were written using hands on drilling experience
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Alarms The main menus Alarms button blinks red to indicate that active alarms exist. Press to display the Alarms menu. Alternatively, press <This Tool> --> Alarms to display the currently-selected tools alarms.
Red blinking buttons indicate that the tool or controller has active and unaddressed alarms. Press the red blinking tool button to display alarms associated with that tool.
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My Tools Menu Press My Tools to display the operators tool menu.
Press any tool button to display its operator screen.
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Other Tools The assistant driller workstations main menu bar contains an Other Tools button
Press any tool button to display its operator screen. (This Tool) Menu The text on the menu button labeled This Tool on the main menu changes, depending upon the currently-selected tool. Press to display the tool menu. Most operator tools include a tool menu containing the following basic menu items.
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The menu shown above displays basic options available from the cathead tool menu.
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Maintenance Mode Enable maintenance mode to engage tool override for maintenance purposes only. Use with caution. Significant risk of equipment damage and danger to personnel exists in maintenance mode. Failure to observe and follow proper safe working procedures could result in serious or fatal injury to personnel, significant equipment damage, and extended rig down time.
From the diagnostic workstation (DWS) computer, select one of the following tools: Auxiliary (cathead, foxholes, HPU, power slips or rotary table) Conveyor Top Drive Pipe Deck Machine Racker Roughneck Press <This Tool> --> Maintenance Mode to display the Maintenance Mode screen.
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Press Active to engage maintenance mode for any tool controllers. Press Inactive to disengage maintenance mode
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Automated Drawworks System (ADS-10D) Description The ADS-10D Automated Drawworks System (ADS) is used for hoisting the traveling equipment of a drilling rig to remove and insert tubulars into the well bore. The ADS is a gear-driven drawworks with VFD-controlled AC motors and multi-plate friction brakes. Optional resistive (regenerative) braking via the main motors can be applied to augment the friction brakes. The drawworks components are mounted on a unitized skid. The driller, at an operator control station, uses a dedicated joystick and switches to remotely operate the ADS through a Varco Integrated Control Instrument System (V-ICIS). Wire Rope Drum The wire rope drum is supported by two bearing carries mounted to a structural steel skid. The drum is fitted with Lebus grooving for 1 1/2-inch wire rope. A crown saver toggle valve is located above the drum. The valve is located where it can be activated by the wire rope, just short of the point at which a crown collision would occur. When the valve is activated it sends a signal to a crown saver pressure switch which alerts the control system to stop the drum. Gearboxes The 1500 HP, single-speed, double-reduction gearboxes transfer power between the AC motors and the wire rope drum. Mounted on the clutch shaft is a pneumatically released, spring-operated, multi-disc clutch that transmits torque between the first and second gear reduction. The clutch must be engaged for all velocity control by the motors during hoisting and lowering. Lubricating oil for the gears and bearings is supplied by anexternal electrical pump system with a frame-mounted reservoir. Clutch The clutch provides the opportunity to disengage the drive motors from the drumshaft. This is used in ESD situations to reduce the (motor) inertia that the plate disc brakes must retard. It is also used when electrical repairs or maintenance is
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being performed, and it is necessary to tune the VFDs by running motors, or change motors. AC Motors The ADS uses 1150 HP (continuous rating), variable speed AC motors to drive the wire rope drum through the gearboxes. The motors are coupled to the gearboxes with double spherical gear drive couplings. The wide range of motor speed allows the ADS to achieve a broard range of hoisting speeds. Using multiple motors increases hoisting capability. Motor Blowers The motor blowers provide open loop, forced-air cooling to the AC motors.
Friction Brakes The brake is a combination spring and air-operated, multi-plate disc brake. It applies braking to the drum during operations as well as parking braking. Two braking methods are available to the operator: dynamic breaking using the friction brakes, and regenerative braking through the AC motors. One brake is mounted at each end of the drumshaft. The rotating brake discs are splinecoupled to the drumshaft, and the brake housing is attached to the skid. Each brake has three water-cooled discs for dynamic braking control and a single, air-cooled brake disc for added static parking and emergency stopping capacity. Rotary Encoders Rotary encoders provide speed and block position information. Encoders are directly coupled to each motor and are coupled to the clutch shaft by a drive belt. Sensing and Feedback Devices Sensing devices are used to monitor equipment functions. Sensor device outputs are sent to the control system where they are processed to provide feedback for closedloop control and to display status information to the driller. Several types of sensing devices are used. ADS Control System The ADS control system processes all data from the operator controls to the drawworks, and all feedback from the drawworks to the operator. The processed data is used to control all drawworks functions and inform the operator of drawworks operations and status. The control system also provides these safety features
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Operating the drawworks is a simple matter of holding the joystick back to pick up or forward to lower , not the finger holding the dead-man switch in while in operation
Should you ever need to lower the block if the computer fails there is an emergency manual leaver that can be used after the rig air is bleed off the system 27
Drawworks Drilling screen
Statue screen
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Drawwork Tripping screen
Drive assignment screen
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Drilling Screen
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Top Drive System (TDS-8SA)
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The transmission, motor housing and swivel assembly transfers the power produced by AC drilling motor to the drill string. Inside the transmission and motor housing main body is a helical gear system that provides an 8.5:1 ratio from the motor to the main shaft. The main thrust bearing located inside the motor housing supports drilling and hoisting loads from the load stem. The main body of the motor housing provides a sealed oil lubrication reservoir for the transmission gears and bearings. Bearings and gears are force fed by an externally mounted oil pump that is integral with the main body. The filtered lubrication oil constantly circulates through the main thrust bearing, upper radial bearings and compound gear bearings and over the gear meshes. An industry standard wash pipe packing box assembly is located between the main shaft/swivel stem and the Gooseneck. The forged alloy steel bail attaches to standard rotary drilling hooks. The bail is fitted with bronze bushings that are grease lubricated. The lower gearcase is a heavy duty steel casting, fully ribbed for added heat dissipation. Connecting the TDS integrated swivel bail directly to the traveling block or motion compensator frame can eliminate the drilling hook and shorten the TDS working height. The drive stem functions as the main output shaft driving the drill string. The AC drilling motor, through the gear transmission, rotates the drive stem. The AC motor bolts to the motor support bonnet on the upper gearcase. The drive stem passes through the rotating link adapter. The rotating link adapter allows the hydraulic lines to remain connected as the pipehandler rotates with the drive stem components while tripping or when positioning the link tilt. The link tilt mechanism and the shot pin assembly are integrated into the rotating link adapter, and the torque arrestor frame hangs from the rotating link adapter. A hydraulic piston (pressurized chamber) built into the rotating link adapter keeps the
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rotating link adapter lifted off the load collar during drilling. When hoisting drill pipe, the rotating link adapter is pulled down onto the load collar due to the added weight of the drill string. This directs the load to the integrated swivel bail through the drive stem. Guide Dolly and lower guide rails The motor frame/guide dolly attaches to the motor housing assembly. The entire assembly moves vertically on two rails installed in the derrick. The vertical rails react the motor torque during drilling operations. The pipehandler assembly can make or break drill pipe at any height in the derrick. Internal blow out preventor (IBOP) valves connect to the end of the drive stem. The driller can close the upper IBOP at any position in the derrick from the Varco Drillers Console (VDC). A second, lower IBOP can be manually closed and sent downhole while controlling a kick (see the Well control procedures section). The torque backup clamp cylinder is located below the lower shoulder of the saver sub, and is an integral part of the torque arrestor assembly. The torque backup clamp cylinder is capable of making up and breaking out saver subs, the upper and lower IBOP valves, as well as the tool joints. The hydraulic lift cylinder raises and lowers the torque backup clamp cylinder to allow making and breaking various connections. The torque backup clamp cylinder, with its integral torque arrestor, is connected by a wire cable that runs over a pulley to the lift cylinder mounted inside the torque arrestor tube. It is controlled by a manual valve (LIFT VALVE HANDLE) mounted on the torque backup clamp cylinder. The torque backup clamp cylinder assembly contains a set of jaws, stabilizer liners, and stabbing guides. These components are interchangeable and are used to clamp onto several sizes of tubulars, depending on the size of jaws, stabilizer liners, and stabbing guides installed. The tool joint locks are installed over the tool joints to prevent inadvertent breakout between the drive stem, upper IBOP valve, lower IBOP valve, and saver sub.
Pipe Handler
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TDS Main drive screen is self explanatory?
TDS Motors
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Rotary Table System The purpose of the Rotary Table is to rotate the Drill string. The D495SR Rotary Tables lower portion of the turntable can be equipped with a slip ring feature. The slip ring assembly bolts to the bottom of a special shorter turntable. The slip ring is essentially a rotating hydraulic union that allows hydraulic fluid to pass from the stationary portion of the Rotary Table to the rotating portion. This feature allows the Rotary Table to be rotated when connected to hydraulically operated devices such as Power Slips.
The rotary table and power slips The rotary table is driven by GE B22AR AC motor, supported by a blower rotor motor, and a gear coupling with a gear ratio 3.93 The slip ring is designed for drilling using a Top Drive. Note the slip ring cannot be rotated when hydraulic pressure is applied; two locks are welded to the rotary table frame, which prevent the seal housing from rotating. In the event that the rotary drive is required to run in excess of slip ring specifications, the three hydraulic lines at the bottom of the table should be disconnected and the seal housing unlocked. This allows the seal housing to rotate with the master bushing adapter, eliminating wear to the seals. The Rotary Table can then be run up to its maximum rated speed.
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Piping The hydraulic supply to the rotary table/power slip control station is from Drill Floor HPU. Electrical & Instrumentation Power supply to Rotary Table JB and Rotary Table/ Power Slip control station is from Auxiliary Remote I/O panel located in LER Rm.
with the slips out the rotary is made ready for load testing
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Control for rotary
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Power Slips (PS30)
Description The PS is a hydraulic operated power slip which is equipped with replaceable slips and insert carriers to handle various styles and sizes of tubular. The PS can handle casing, drill pipe and drill collars and tubing. The PS can be used in combination with the Rotary Support Table. The PS slips will set or raise when a command is given by the driller. Setting and raising slips of the PS is remote controlled. By detecting the signal-line pressure from the PS it is determined that the PS slips are set. The centering device centers the pipe prior to setting the slips, when the pipe is hard to one side due to rig movements (floaters) or heavy directional drilling. In the centering device, a ram guide in each top cover half pushes the pipe to the center. This happens before the slip cylinders are actuated. These centering ram guides operate in an automatic sequence with the slips. Hydraulic system Tubing and hoses All tubing and hoses connecting the PS with the HPU must have a min. diameter of 1/2 Tank line The tank line must be connected directly into tank, to prevent back pressure Minimum working pressure 2,300 psi (15,857 KPa) Maximum inlet pressure 3,000 psi (20,680 KPa) reduced to 2,500 psi (17,236 KPa) within manifoldMaximum oil temperature 140 deg. F (60 deg C) A closed center hydraulic power unit or closed center ring line with 2,500 psi (17,336 KPa) working pressure and 5 Gpm (19 l/min.) minimal flow is needed. A minimum flow of 10 (38 l/min.) Gpm is recommended Maximal allowable back (tank) pressure 200 psi (1,378 KPa) Hydraulic oil used shall be according the following specification: SAE class 3, ISO 15/12, NAS class 6 Filter to be applied before HUK @50 m A pressure of min. 2,300 psi (15,857 KPa) and a back (tank) pressure of maximum 200 psi (1,378 KPa) is required. The sequence operation of the ramguide cylinders and the slip cylinders is automatically controlled by the manifold inside the PS. The sequence valve is activated by a pressure difference between the slip up hose and the slip set hose. The PS will function best when the pressure in the activated hose is 2,300psi (15,857 KPa) and the pressure in the other hose is not more than 200 psi (1,378 KPa). With these pressure settings, a centering force of 10 short tons (9 metric tons) is generated by the ram guides.
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WARNING: In case the string weight is BELOW 10,000 Kg (22,200 lbs) the PS may open the slips in case the command <slips open> is given. WARNING: The power down force generated by the hydraulic actuators is maximum 10,000 Kg (22,200 lbs). In case of a hydraulic power failure, NO power down force is available at all. The PS-30 slips can only be control from one Workstation.
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Pipe Racking System (PRS-8i) The PRS-8i pipe handling system is a column type dynamic machine designed and built for adaptation to a customers fixed installation or floating drilling rig derrick and drill floor design. The PRS-8i is a full function tripping and stand building machine, capable of performing riser and casing tailing functions with the lower tailing arm. The PRS-8i consists of a vertical column assembly, which traverses the rig floor between pipe setback areas, supported and driven at the rig floor by a guide and drive track arrangement. The column is guided and driven at the upper level by a similar track incorporated into the diving board assembly supported by customer supplied derrick mounting structure. Timing between the top and bottom, keeping the column vertical, is achieved by a common drive shaft powering upper & lower drive pinions engaging their respective racks. The unit incorporates two extendible arms for hoisting and guiding tubulars. Extending or retracting the arms, hoisting or lowering the upper arm and rotating the column performs pipe handling operations between well center and the setback area. Extending or retracting the arms, hoisting or lowering the upper arm, and driving the column laterally to or from well center performs handling operations within the setback area.
Vertical Column The PRS-8i column assembly is a single assembly and carries the upper hoisting arm and lower tailing arm and claw. The column section is a trapezoid section with the arms hoist carriage rollers directly contacting the column plates. The column assembly is connected to the lower drive assembly at the rig floor and attached to the upper drive through the use of a vertically sliding arrangement to compensate for slight dimensional variations within the rig. All vertical loads and slewing moments are reacted exclusively by the lower drive assembly to the rig floor structure. The upper drive, guided in the upper track and mounted to the rig structure at approximately the 88 elevation, transfers only horizontal loads to the derrick. The horizontal loads originate from the static geometry and the dynamic motions of the machine itself plus the dynamic loads imposed onto the machine and its live load from the vessels wave motion responses.
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Hoisting Arm The upper hoisting arm and its gripper jaw assembly carry the complete vertical load of the tubular being handled as well as the lateral loads created by the vessel motions acting on the tubular. The jaw normally grips tubulars approximately 35 below the upper box connection. It uses hardened inserts hydraulically and mechanically actuated against the OD of the tubular for lifting. The jaw assembly includes hydraulically actuated roller jaws that close on the tubular before the grip jaws, centralizing the pipe with respect to the grip jaws, the grip jaw assembly and an encircling claw assembly. The claw assembly is used to capture a drill floor supported stand to allow vertical repositioning of the hoist arm. The jaw assembly will be provided with attachment points for stand building and casing running tools as required.
Hoisting System The hoisting of the PRS-8i upper arm assembly is done with two hydraulic cylinders mounted in series with the compensating cylinders described above and grounded to the top of the column. These cylinders use absolute encoder feed back for positive, accurate positioning. The hoist is proportional hydraulic controlled and includes all necessary safety valves to prevent load dropping incase of hydraulic system failure.
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lower (Tailing) Arm The extend/retract motions of the upper and lower arms are not mechanically connected and can be independently operated when required. Synchronization of the upper and lower arm motions is achieved by electronically controlling their respective horizontal displacements and velocities with a motion controller located in the control module enclosure. The lower arm incorporates the claw assembly, which encircles and guides the lower end of the tubular being handled, but supports none of the tubular weigh
Fingerboard The fingerboard is designed for a customers specific setback requirements. It consists of two or more welded structures mounted to the sides of the derrick. The structures have a series of Fingers welded to the back mounting tube and extend laterally toward the well centerline. For dynamic applications, individual remotely controlled air operated latches are positioned along the length of each finger and are used for holding each stand in place. The adjacent finger in one direction and the latch in the other hold each stand.
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Main work screen
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Pipe Transfer Conveyor (PTC-MD) The Pipe Transfer Conveyor Light Duty, Tailing Arm (PTC-LDT) is an integral part of Varcos Automated Pipe Handling System. Its function is to transport drilling tubulars between their storage location (on the main pipe deck) and well center without manual intervention. Its control system is a fully integrated part of a drilling control system (Amphion). The PTC-LDT is comprised of two main components, the Conveyor Assembly and the Pipe Tailing Arm (PTA). The machines operate to facilitate the running of tubulars from their storage points on the pipe deck to well center.
Someone got it wrong? The joint is the wrong way around to be picked up The heavy-duty conveyor belt with traction tabs provides the support and drive medium to the tubulars; it can support tubulars up to 15,000 lbs (dead load) and transport tubulars up to 7,000 lbs (live load). The belt is constructed in a single loop lace joined seam design. The belt feeding system is a hydraulically powered continuous-loop belt feeding system. A drive drum assembly mounted at the drill floor end of the conveyor frame powers the belt with a tensioning drum system is mounted on the pipe deck end. Crowned drums are used for self-centering of the conveyor belt. Power to the conveyor is through a hydraulic motor and is provided via a single drum direct drive system. The PTC-LDT
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utilizes a continuous shallow V-plate support trough with low friction polymer slide surfaces to allow the belt to conform around the tubular while centering it on the conveyor for pick-up at the V-door; the V-plate angle is set at 17.5 degrees. The conveyor frame is also equipped with a tailing arm, designed to tail tubulars from the conveyor to a vertical position and to assist with transfer from vertical to horizontal for laying out tubulars. The tailing arm has a reach of approximately 107 from the front of the conveyor to the center line of the tubular. The PTC-LDT control system consists of a hydraulic inlet panel, an electrical package and a Control Module. The inlet panel consists of a steel frame, which houses a kill solenoid, by-pass valve, distribution solenoid manifold and output hardware. The electrical package provides the necessary hardware required for remote connection to the tool remote slave I/O, a Profibus DP connection and an Ethernet TCP/IP connection to other controllers.
On a beam just below the V-Door is the pivot bar, (turntable support) this will allow you to skid without having to rig down the complete conveyor when you skid the rig, just hold up the other end after you have disconnected the lower frame, (Remove the clamps) once over reconnect
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Frame The frame is constructed of from tubular steel truss with a total weight of 18000 lbs, The skid leg assembly transfers the weight of the conveyor to the transverse beams on the pipe deck.
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Main work screen
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Hydraulic Cathead (HC26-EV)
The Varco Hydraulic Cathead (HC-26EV) is a hydraulically powered, line pull device designed to replace snatch block and multi-line hook-ups normally used for making up and breaking out drill pipe and drill collar connections with a smooth, steady line pull to save wear and tear on rig tongs. The Catheads can be operated from the Drillers Workstation, AD Workstation, and the Local Control Panel.
The HC-26EV has a semiautomatic mode for making and breaking connections and are configured to operate via a controller and an interface panel that remotely controls one mechanical assembly at a time. Semi-automatic mode allows torque-in a connection at a fast speed until the torque reaches a fixed percentage of the set-point value, where it shifts into a slow speed and continues to torque until the controller automatically kicks out the system to
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disengage the process. If the operator releases control of the pull function (button), the cathead system stops all operation and pulling. Hydraulic fluid enters the system filter to ensure clean hydraulic fluid. It then passes over the pressure relief valve (PRV). If the pressure is higher than the setting on the PRV, it dumps to the tank. Otherwise, it travels to the main manifold. At the main manifold, the fluid enters and immediately tees off. The first branch travels across a filter cartridge that leads to the pilot-operated solenoid valves for catheads A and B, and to the slow speed solenoid. When the slow speed solenoid is activated, pressure (P) is directed to port 3 of a logic cartridge, closing the logic cartridge. The second branch tees again, directing one path over a .205 orifice and through a logic cartridge, while directing the other path over a .059 orifice. Both paths meet again and are directed toward the directional solenoid. The fluid path then crosses the directional control valve and is directed to either extend or retract the hydraulic piston..
Main work screen
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Automated Roughneck (AR4500) The AR4500 Automated Roughneck often referred to as the Iron Roughneck, is a tool that allows one operator to automatically: Make up or break out drill string and drill collar connections without the bending associated with using rig tongs. Perform operational sequences with a pipe packing system (PRS), pickup laydown system (PLS), and Foxhole hoist system (FHS) such as tripping in, tripping out, and building stands. Perform bit breaking and bottom hole assembly operations. Power and hydraulic supplies are provided for by either a power track or service loop assembly. Each AR4500 is equipped, electrically and hydraulically, for the optional mud bucket, but only used on the aft AR4500.. The AR4500 also features an inverted variable-height spinning wrench (SW). The inverted SW significantly reduces the minimum distance between the SW and the torque wrench (TW) allowing spin in and spin out on the smooth section of a spiral
fluted drilling collar.
The variable-height capability allows the spinning wrench to be positioned above or below incompatible surfaces or features on the down hole component. This feature allows the AR4500 to interface with and spin a greater variety of drill string components.
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The AR4500 includes a SW variable-extend capability. This mode allow the SW to pull horizontally away from the torque wrench centerline. This capability is for the operation of the optional mud bucket. The bit breaking capability improves rig floor safety and productivity by allowing operators to control bit breaking operations remotely and without using tongs. The AR4500 is the first iron roughneck that can completely replace rig tongs. AR4500 remote handling features include the following: Spin in/spin out make/break 3 1/2" OD 3/4" OD tool joints on pipes, drill collars, spiral drill collars and to 9 drill and
Spin in/spin out and make/break a wide variety of down hole tools and bits, including but not limited to lifting subs, running subs, non-mag collars, casing scrapers, navigator tools, drilling motors, pup joints, crossovers, liner hangers, safety valves, drill bits (tricone & PDC), stabilizers, hole openers, core barrels, drilling jars, pre-made BHA assemblies, and optional mud bucket. Stabbing assist feature when used in conjunction with a Varco PRS Pipe Racker. Variable clamp force: minimizes under-torque completions on thin wall tubulars where box deformation causes excessive thread friction losses. Clamp force is set by the torque setting, preventing excess scarring and box distortion.
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Main screens
Operational modes selection screen
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Roughneck Position Status
Calibrate
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Bx Elivators
The BX Elevator is designed for remote actuated operation by the driller. It is cost competitive with a normal rig complement of handling tools, i.e. air-op, drill pipe, drill collar, casing and tubing elevators and offers the most economical way to fully actuate all the elevator functions. With the double door design, the elevator provides optimal balance and performance. The hydraulic cylinders are located inside the body casting for maximum protection, and yet they are accessible for normal maintenance. Changeable bushings are used to allow one elevator frame to handle all pipe size and type requirements. The bushings are locked into place with spring loaded pins providing quick, easy removal and installation. The bushings can be simply changed within five minutes, no special tools are needed, and no loose nuts, bolts or pins are involved. The BX elevator is a hydraulic operated double door elevator, which is equipped with replaceable bushings to handle various styles and sizes of tubular. The elevator will automatically close when the pipe hits the body bushing. Opening of the elevator is remote controlled. The BX-elevator has a vertically spring loaded bushing in the right hand door, which, pushed downwards under load, will activate a mechanical latch lock to prevent accidental opening of the elevator while lifting load.By detecting the return signalpressure (XP-line) from the elevator it is determined that the elevator is properly closed and latched. In day to day practice the elevator is used to run drill pipe, casing and drill collars. Under no circumstances should the loads applied to the elevator exceed the rated load on the bushings. BX 4-50+4-75 For casing, the maximum rated load capacity is 500 short tons. For drill pipe, the maximum rated load capacity is 500 short tons. The elevator can be used in combination with a rotator, which can rotate the elevator 90 forward (doors pointing down) and 90 backward (doors pointing up). The BX 4-75 elevator is suitable for 500 and 750 tons Varco links.
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The combination of elevator and rotator is suitable for 500 tons Varco links. (BX 4-75 only) For riser and B.O.P. stack handling, the maximum rated load capacity is 750 short tons. This operation requires a special square shoulder bushing. Depending on the quality of the hydraulic fluids on the rig it is important to check the condition of the inline-filters on a regular basis. The filters are designed to stand for at least 1-year service However, rig conditions may differ from these required conditions, or change by contamination, incidents, repairs etc. Depending on the actual conditions it is important to conduct regular checks on the filters in the manifold block. For this reason the manifold block, the hoses and couplings need to be checked and cleaned thoroughly. It is advised to conduct the check at least after 1 month of service, after 6 months service and after one year of service. Depending on the results of the checks the interval between checks can be increased or decreased. Be sure that all hydraulic lines are disconnected before ANY work is performed on the elevator. When the hydraulic lines are connected the elevator doors will close when the bushing / trigger mechanism is hit which can cause serious injury to personnel. Its not always sufficient to isolate the hydraulic lines by using a ball valve, since the hoses might function as an accumulator, which could generate movement of the elevator. These elevators are designed to be remote controlled therefore one should stay out of range of an operating elevator. Elevators are designed to hoist tubular, with todays available techniques for remote control of other rig equipment it is possible to minimize the time spend under the hoist with which the hazards can be reduced. Special attention has to be taken during rigging up, bushing change, trouble shooting and repair. To minimize the hazards during maintenance one shall perform maintenance on the elevator with the power line disengaged. Information regarding this hazardous event, consequences and procedures for rigging up the elevator are written and emphasized in the operations manual
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Casing Running Tool
Conventional casing operations usually involve specialized crews and equipment brought to a rig site for the sole purpose of installing the casing. Crews rig up and operate the equipment, connect each section of casing, run it in the hole, cement it in place and are demobilized at the end of the job. All the while, the regular drilling crew plays a secondary role and usually just assists in the process. Bearing in mind that this same drilling crew just got done drilling the well by connecting sections of drill pipe and running them in the hole. Varco International's Casing Running Tool, or CRT, is a new product that allows existing rig crews to run casing, and run it faster, better and safer than with conventional casing equipment and crews. The existing driller and rig crew, utilizing a CRT connected to a top drive system, can efficiently and consistently make up and run casing strings, just as strings of drill pipe are run. The Casing Running Tool is used to makeup / break out a casing connection and run the casing string to a maximum string weight of 500 short Tons. The CRT is installed onto the shaft of the Top Drive and is also suspended from links. The rotation and torque, necessary to make / break a connection is supplied by the Top Drive. Single casing joints can be picked up by the CRT and stabbed into the string. There is no need for a person at the casing stabbing board, thus increasing operation safety and reducing crew requirements. Because the top drive provides the torque to make up the connection, additional casing tongs are not required and fewer personnel are needed on the rig floor during casing operations.
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Link grabber Retainer Springs Pneumatic compensator Hoist ring Catch plate Fill up tool Seal Guide cone Torque frame Pipe sensor Locks Body
Bell guide
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In addition, and possibly most importantly, the casing can be rotated into the hole at any time by engaging the top drive. Rotating and circulating the casing in the hole greatly increases the chances of getting the string to bottom.
The CRT body is suspended from the torque frame through an internal load shoulder and is rotational locked to the torque frame. Located on top of the torque frame are the splined ring (with inner splines) and the weight compensator barrel. The splined shaft runs through the compensator & the splined ring, where the splines meet and the torque is transferred. The splined shaft is connected to the Top Drive main shaft, with a x-over sub. The retainer connects the weight compensator piston to the splined shaft. This enables a vertical motion between the splined shaft and the splined ring.
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Rotating head Body
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Hoisting Path
During hoisting/lowering of the whole casing string, the weight of the CRT and casing string is transferred from the CRT through the links, via the torque frame, through the hoist ring through into the links and finally into the solid body elevator of the top drive.
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Torque path
The spin/make/break torque is transferred from the Top Drive-shaft through the splined shaft, through the splined ring, through the torque frame, through the body, through the slips, into the casing joint.
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Hydraulics
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Foxhole Subassemblies Description The Foxhole Slip Assembly, referred to as the FSA, is a remote-controlled slip assembly that sits on top of the Foxhole, recessed so that the top of the FSA is flush with the drill floor when in the stored position. The FSA is used for making up stands off line. A permanent platform provides a stable base on which the FSA rests. The FSA accommodates 3 1/2 to 14 in. tubulars by applying one of three different slip sets. This assembly can be used whether or not the Foxhole contains an automatic hoist assembly. Major components The FSA consists of the Foxhole Slip Assembly and a pneumatic control plate assembly, which the customer installs in the derrick.
The foxhole in the open position
The control plate is supplied with electrical and pneumatic power, as required, with two 1/2 in. pneumatic lines from the control plate assembly to the FSA. On shipment, the FSA accommodates tubulars from 5 to 9 3/4 in. outside diameter (OD). Additional slip sets are available for handling tubulars from 3 1/2 to 8 1/4 in. and from 9 5/8 to 14 in. OD.
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Performance specifications
Tubular range Diameter (Three sets of slips are required to cover the full tubular range.) 3 1/2 to 14 in. in three ranges: 3 1/2 t0 8 1/4 in. 5 to 9 3/4 in. 9 5/8 to 14 in. Load capacity
Dressed for 5 dp with button slip dies
Safe working load (SWL) 22,000 lb (9988kg)
Slip Assembly & rollers
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Slip Hanger Bracket
Slip Hangers Extension Spring
Slip Assembly Roller
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Foxhole Screen
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Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU -45Q) HP-45Q Description The HP-45 uses pressure compensated pumps and is generally used to power multiple devices simultaneously. The HP-45 is designed to meet the hydraulic power needs of land and off-shore drilling rigs. The HP- 45 can supply hydraulic power to various Varco equipment such as; Top Drives, Racking Systems, Iron Roughnecks, etc. This HPU can also be utilized to power derrick skidding systems, BOP stack, drill floor winches, casing tongs, etc. The pumps are axial piston swash plate type with pressure compensation. These pumps are flow limited to motor horsepower at designated system pressure. The tank and frame are made from mild steel, painted with a multi-step epoxy coating per Varco specification VPS00001, color red. Cooling of the hydraulic oil is provided via a shell and tube type heat exchanger, which is compatible with both fresh and salt water. Low Oil Level Switch Two float switches mounted on the front side of the HP monitor the hydraulic oil level. If the oil level drops to an unsafe level the pumps are stopped to prevent damage. When the oil level returns to a safe level, the contacts close to allow continued operation of the unit. This section will simulate a low oillevel condition. High Temperature Switches Two high-temperature switches mounted on the front side of the HPU monitor the temperature of the hydraulic oil. If the oil temperature exceeds 175 F (80 C), the switch open shuts down the pumps. The temperature switch resets at 170 F (76 C). This section will simulate a hightemperature condition by removing a wire at the temperature switch. Operations The HP-45Q will be operated in Local Mode. The HP-45Q can be shutdown by the HPU Local Control Station E-Stop button or the Drill Floor E-Stop button. However, the HPU Local Control Station E-Stop button only affects the HPU and no other tool on the drill floor. The Drill Floor E-Stop button stops every tool from functioning including the HPU. Theory of operation
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When you activate the HPU, 460 VAC of electricity at a frequency of 60 Hz powers up the appropriate pump motor. The motor operates at 1,200 rpm and rotates the variable displacement, axial-piston pump in a clockwise direction. The pump is preset at the factory to deliver a maximum pressure of 2,500 psi. It takes its suction from a 600-gallon (2272 liters) reservoir. A magnetic suction filter protects each pump suction by removing metallic particles from the hydraulic oil located inside the reservoir. Float and high-temperature switches located on the reservoir monitor the hydraulic oil in the reservoir for low oil level and high temperature (175F 5F, 79.9C). Detection of either condition immediately causes a break in the control circuit in the control J-box, shutting down the HPU. A case drain line from each pump to the reservoir provides an exit route for any pump leakage and allows you to drain the pump housing for maintenance. The case drain line passes through a dedicated heat exchanger before returning the fluid to the reservoir. Hydraulic oil discharges from the pumps to the pressure filter manifold. Manifoldmounted check valves prevent pressure in the line from driving the pump backward when the HPU is turned off. Four pressure relief valves (PRVs) at the manifold provide system pressure relief. They are factory set at 200 psi over system pressure. A pressure gage on the HPU frame indicates the amount of system pressure. The return flow goes to the main dedicated heat exchanger. The heat exchanger maintains the temperature of the hydraulic oil at the operating temperature range of 100 to 140F (38 to 60C). It is located on the left side of the upper frame and is connected to a thermostat with a temperature sensor that controls water flow on the tube side. From the heat exchanger, the hydraulic oil moves through a 3-micron (based on a beta ratio of 3 = 200) return line filters and back to the reservoir where the cycle begins again. A pressure gauge on the HPU frame indicates the pressure in the return filter assemblies. Change the return filters when the pressure reaches 40 psig. Hydraulic output from the HPU collector manifold can be routed to a remote distribution manifold, which distributes the hydraulic oil through individually adjustable pressure ports. You can adjust the hydraulic flow and pressure at each port to the pressure and flow requirements of the hydraulic tool to be used. An individual pressure gauge monitors the pressure set on each port. The return lines from the hydraulic tools terminate on the 6 and 12 ports of the return manifold.
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Main screen
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Pipe Deck Machine (PDM) The Varco Pipe Deck Machine (PDM) is designed to allow the operator to transfer tubulars on the pipe deck to the Pipe Transfer Conveyor (PTC) without the intervention of the rig crew. This single arm machine is capable of hoisting tubulars, ranging is size from 2-3/8 to 20 and weighing 7,000 lbs [3,200 Kg] utilizing two different lifting heads. Its 11 ft [3,35 m] vertical stroke allows singles to be transported over the Sampson posts on the pipe deck and onto the PTC. The stroke is measured from the top of the pipe deck beams up The machine consists of a Main Frame Assembly, Hoist Assembly, OnBoard Hydraulic Assembly,
Picking up pipe from the pipe deck
Lift Boom and Lift Jaws (2-3/8 to 9-3/4 and 9-3/4 to 20). The Lift Boom is capable of tilting up 12 to match the angle of the PTC and account for deflection of the tubulars, and down -1 to assist in set-down on the pipe deck. The PDM is designed for remote operation from the Assistant Drillers Chair located within the Drillers Cabin. Transfer Pipe to Pipe Transfer Conveyor The starting position is at the next tubular to be transferred. Jaws are open (Jaw Fingers Closed Sensor indicates OPEN) and the Lift Boom is at it highest stroke point (Boom Carriage Sensor indicates TOP OF STROKE). The operator lowers the lifting jaw onto the tubular. Once the Pipe Setdown sensor indicates the jaw is resting on the pipe, the operator will visually confirm with the CCTV system, and then close the jaw. Upon Jaw Fingers Closed Sensor CLOSED indication, and visual confirmation that the jaw is indeed closed, the operator will raise the tubular by tilting and hoisting the Lift Boom. When the Lift Boom reaches top of stroke (Boom Carriage Sensor indicates TOP OF STROKE), the operator drives the PDM to the PTC (Horizontal Absolute Encoder measures horizontal position). The PDM will automatically stop at the PTC centerline position. Once the PDM has stopped at the PTC, the operator will lower the tubular onto the PTC. The Pipe Setdown indicator will confirm pipe is resting on the conveyor. The operator will then open the jaw and hoist the Lift Boom clear. When the Lift Boom reaches top of
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stroke (Boom Carriage Sensor indicates TOP OF STROKE), the operator drives the PDM-1S to the next tubular. Once the PDM is clear of the PTC the operator can feed pipe to the drill floor using the conveyor. If the operator drives the PDM back towards the last pipe location the PDM will automatically stop at the position where the last tubular was lifted, then from this point the PDM can be easily jogged to the next pipe. Transfer Pipe to Pipe Deck The starting position of the PDM is at the last tubular laid on the pipe deck. Jaws are open (Jaw Fingers Closed Sensor indicates OPEN) and the Lift Boom is at it highest stroke point (Boom Carriage Sensor indicates TOP OF STROKE) and tilted fully up. The operator then drives the PDM to the PTC (Horizontal Absolute Encoder measures horizontal position). The PDM will automatically stop at the PTC centerline position. The operator lowers the jaw onto the tubular. Once the Pipe Setdown sensor indicates the lifting jaw is resting on the pipe, the operator will visually confirm with the CCTV, and then close the jaw. Upon Jaw Fingers Closed Sensor CLOSED indication, and visual confirmation that the jaw is indeed closed, the operator will raise the tubular by hoisting the Lift Boom. Changing the jaws in order to pick up casing When the Lift Boom reaches top of stroke (Boom Carriage Sensor indicates TOP OF STROKE), the operator drives the PDM to the position on the pipe deck where tubular will be stored. (Horizontal Absolute Encoder measures horizontal position). The operator will tilt the Lift Boom down and lower the tubular onto the pipe deck. The Pipe Setdown indicator will confirm pipe is resting on the pipe deck. The operator will then open the jaw and hoist the Lift Boom.
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Pipe deck main screen
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Mud pumps
Pumps
The Pump Room
3 National Oilwell 12P-160 1600 HP, 7500 psi, Triplex pump
DAMPENER LOCATION - The flanged suction pulsation dampener must always be installed directly against the flanged inlet of the pump suction manifold. NOTE: When necessary to used the "welded in" suction line dampeners they must be mounted as close to the suction manifold flange as possible. To insure satisfactory performances always place the suction line dampener next to the pump inlet and before any valves or turns are placed in the line. SUCTION PIPING ARRANGEMENT - The triplex slush pumps, equipped with a properly installed suction dampener, will operate satisfactorily with a "natural" suction in many drilling situations. However, there are circumstances that will require a "charged" suction. The piping design for a "dual" arrangement permitting both "natural" as well as "charged" suction operation must be such that the suction dampener remains in the line in
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either case. The line used for "natural" suction must be as short as possible and preferably without bends. It must also be at least as large as the inlet to the pump and should be larger if longer than six feet. The line leading to the charging pump discharge may; make whatever bends that are necessary, as long as the suction dampener is between the slush pump and the first bend and the bends are long radius. COMMON SUCTION MANIFOLD - Two or more pumps may have their suction connections made to a common manifold providing the manifold has a crosssectional area greater than the sum of the individual pump inlet areas. The combined inlet area of two 7-P-50, 8-P-80, 9-P-100, or 10-P-130 pumps with 8 inches diameter inlets is 2 x 50.26 or 100.52 square inches. Therefore, a standard 12 inch pipe with an area of 113.1 square inches would be the smallest pipe having an area greater than 100.52 square inches. Two 12-P-160 pumps with 10 inch diameter inlets have a combined inlet area of 2 x 78.54 or 157.08 square inches. A standard 16 inch pipe having an area of 182.6 square inches would be the smallest pipe with an area greater than 157.08 square inches. Never use a manifold with a smaller area as this will decrease the pump efficiency. Always use full opening valves such as gate or butterfly valves. Never use a restricting valve such as a plug valve as this type will restrict the flow and reduce the pump efficiency. PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE - Provide a relief valve for the line running between the pump suction inlet and the discharge of the charging pump. This valve should be set at approximately 70 psi and should be mounted in the top of the line near the suction dampener. It is for the purpose of preventing damage to the charging pump and suction dampener in the event of a high pressure surge occurring in the suction line. DISCHARGE CROSS - The discharge piping can be simplified by using the forged discharge cross available This forged cross provides a mounting for the discharge pulsation dampener on top of the cross and two end outlets for the mud lines. The cross also incorporates a side connector for mounting a pressure gage and easy access for strainer clean out. The complete assembly may be flanged directly to either side of the pump and is provided with an integral support mounted between the cross and the pump frame. CROSS STRAINER - The optional National-Oilwell discharge strainer cross incorporates a strainer pipe which should be checked and cleaned at least once a month. PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE - The discharge side opposite the cross is used for connecting the pressure relief line and the by-pass line. Always provide a "manual reset" type of pressure relief valve in the discharge piping to protect the system against damage from over pressure. Make sure the relief valve is in the line ahead of
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any shut-off valve so that accidental start up against a closed valve will not damage the pump. Set relief valve 10% above maximum pressure rating of liner being used. The Relief Valve Outlet Line should be short, straight, securely anchored and provide escape for the fluid back to the Mud Tank.
3 National Oilwell 12P-160 1600 HP, 7500 psi, Triplex pump
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Hydril K-20-7500 pulsation dampener
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P-Quip Valve Cover Retention Systems
Liner retention body complete Liner

Ware Plate
Pump Module
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Local control panel
The LCP is situated to the front of No 2 pump
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Close up view of the mixing manifold from the port side
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From the starboard side
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Suction Line The high line is the charger pump suction note the two discharge outlets and the low suction is the mixing line Shearing and blending systems Many existing mixing, shearing and blending systems requires two or more separate pieces of equipment, a jet hopper and a shearing device, which typically means two independent power sources. The integrated Mixing/Shearing/Blending (MSBT"") System provides both mixing, shearing and blending with a single unit utilizing a single power source. In addition it incorporates a number of innovative features that offer a more efficient method of meeting all mixing, shearing and blending requirements. The system is a multi-tasking device designed to mix and/or shear drilling fluids. Through an innovative manifold design a single power source drives a variable combination of the mixing, shearing and blending functions depending upon the particular process requirements. The unit incorporates two shearing devices, one designed for low velocity shearing and blending and the other for high velocity, high impact shearing. The first of these uses a single tube containing a number of shearing plates and static mixers.
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High Shear
Mixing Hopper
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The second device directs the fluid at itself through the opposing shear plates at a much higher shear rate than the first. Built-in valving allows the operator to select the appropriate shearing system. The mixing system consists of a high capacity hopper and venturi jet. The hopper has a 6" throat incorporating a tangential inlet which allows pre-wetting of material being mixed via the hopper. The tangential inlet feature also prevents dry additives from bridging the hopper. The base of the hopper incorporates a side inspection port which can be utilized to change or inspect the venturi jet. The addition of a suction hose also allows this port to be used for the blending of liquid additives.
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Main screen
Pump 1 Data screen
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Side tracker Port and aft of the drill floor is an area set aside for parking the top drive should there be a need. Moving the Top drive from the well center to the parking area is accomplished with the use of a side tracker ( a section of the main guide runner that can be moved) The lower section of the guide track is separate from the main guide track, and by the use of hydraulic pistons can be move to one side (normally in the direction of the driller cabin) to allow the side track to be place directly under the top drive. Once the Top drive has been lowered and secured to the side tracker it is released from the hosting assembly (un hooked). The side tracker and the top driver are then pushed back away form the well center using the hydraulic piston to a parking area where the top drive can be worked on should there be a need The side tracker and the guide runner are hinged together at the top and bottom and held in position by the use of hydraulic pins
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Crown Block Cluster

Crown assembly includes the following: Three (3) sheaves assembly, bracket type, for use with 5/8 & air hoist lines and 5/8 cat line. Sheave for use with 9/16 sand line. Crown Block saver and jumper line saving device Crown block rig up/down arrangement system.
Lee C Moore (Woolslayer) derrick
National Oilwell crown
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121 ft
171 ft. height API bolted galvanized derrick, 40' x 40' base,
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A view from the A-Frame looking down at the main cluster and the dead-line turn over shaves
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Zone Management System (ZMS) The Zone Management System (ZMS) is a safety backup system that provides warning messages to operators, and interlocks drill floor equipment in situations where collisions are likely to occur. There is only one mode of operation for ZMS; it is either on or off. When turned on, ZMS automatically considers information received from all participants, notifies operators of conflicts or communication failures, and attempts to disable the tools involved. The Zone Management System monitors tool movement; tools and their components can move up or down, left or right, or rotate clockwise or counter-clockwise. Each movement path for each component is referred to as an axis. By monitoring the movement of an axis, ZMS can calculate how close each tool or component is from other equipment. There are three types of axes used by ZMS. During the duration of this course you will be hearing a lot about ZMS and the effects it has on the complete operating system Unless ZMS is overridden, participating tools cannot touch, collide, or physically interfere with one another by entering or occupying the same space at the same time. If a sensor fails, or if power is removed from a tool, ZMS assumes it is in a position most likely to cause a collision, and responds accordingly. Should a participating tool inadvertently encroach upon another tools boundaries, ZMS interlocks both tools and issues a warning message. The equipment can then be moved only in a retreat direction. If limits have been exceeded (by use of override, for example), override may need to be engaged in order to move either tool in any direction.
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Power system
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Emergency Generator
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MCC Controls
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Generators
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Stand Building
Main screen
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RigSense and V-DAQ (System 5 Data Acquisition system)
A Typical RigSense Screen The RigSense system implements a centralized point for processing "drilling parameters" generated in the drilling process. The rig crew views real-time data on displays. Both the company man and the toolpusher can use it to monitor the overall progress of the drilling operation. By setting local alarms on data channels on the PC in their offices, the system will alert them whenever the drilling parameters go beyond acceptable limits. The computer also provided the historical data printouts that can be used to compare the current well against previous wells drilled. Such historical data printouts also enable the company man and toolpusher to verify that the well is being drilled according to the well plan.
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Service companies that require real-time drilling data, such as hole depth and bit position, can connect to the system with a serial cable and receive a WITS stream containing the required data. The application requires at least two desktop computers One computer is specially configured as the "server." This computer is also known as the "application server," or APPSVR. This server manages the database, communications, and rig information. The other computer is the "client" machine, which is also called a "workstation." Any number of client workstations can be used. The standard system uses Dell Optiplex computers. Laptop computers can also be used.
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AC-Drive System General Although AC drives have been given excellent service for many years in numerous sectors of the industry, such as transportation, communication systems and in power stations, the AC Drive technology was waiting to enter the market on offshore drilling rigs until the year of 1994. The first AC Drive System for a Drilling Rig was installed on the Troll Platform Drilling Facilities in the North Sea. With the advantages in operations and cost savings in maintenance, Philips Petroleum decided to use this system for their new drilling rig on the Ekofisk field. In the summer of 1995, Norsk Hydros Njord also joined the new trend. In the last deepwater boom, quite a few vessels were using AC Drilling Motors. GE alone has delivered 230 AC Motors for the rig market. AC Drives offer the advantage of ruggedness, high degree of protection and low maintenance requirements. More and more operators value the benefits that AC Driven Machinery offers.
Drive Systems and Transformers To minimize system harmonic distortion, AC Drive Systems used offshore are generally equipped with 12-pulse diode rectifiers fed from three-winding transformers with WYE and DELTA secondary windings. The WYE and DELTA power supplies (30 degrees phase shifted) are rectified via two- (2) six-pulse diode rectifiers connected in parallel, feeding a common DC-bus link. A dedicated inverter drive section is then provided for each motor. The inverter is generally a Pulse Width Modulated IGBT (PWM) type because the PWM method allows the best control principle available for controlling large motor drives. The line side power factor is close to unity, i.e. active power (kW) with a negligible amount of reactive power is being taken from the line over the entire speed range of the motor. Typically the system power factor over the complete motor speed range is 0.98. Due to the fact that only active power is required, it is possible to better utilize power generation and distribution equipment and optimize their ratings accordingly. The total harmonic distortion (THD) factor generated by the system is substantially less than for a DC (SCR) system, and is generally in the order of about 5% (12 pulse system). The Drawworks AC Motors are used to brake the hook load and effectively replace the standard eddy current brake normally provided with a DC Motor Drawworks. Unlike an eddy current brake; Inverter Controlled AC Motors can exert maximum torque at zero rpm infinitely; provided that the AC Motors have a separate cooling arrangement.
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Power Factor / Harmonic Distortion Operating a DC Motor at low speeds (volts) and high torque (amps) will result in a very poor power factor; the power factor might get down to 0.65. Power factor corrector equipment may be required for a SCR System. For an AC Drive System, fed from a three-winding transformer, the corresponding power factor is close to unity. This means that the power supply equipment can be dimensioned according to active power, kW. A 12-pulse AC Drive System operates typically at 5% THD while a SCR System will typically generate a THD of 10-12%. Mating the appropriate Generators impedance and KVA to the systems requirements and possibly Harmonic Filters to a SCR System can allow operation at 5% THD.
Simple Modularized AC Drive System AC Drive Systems of today are highly modularized, using the same modules for all the equipment to the greatest extent possible. The same size/rating is also utilized for all inverters, which facilitates similar parts in the system. In addition the design and development of AC Drive Systems has had focus on making the change of modules and parts as easy and rapid as possible. Fewer non-similar parts/modules enables the end-user to have a very low budget spare part program.
Operational Benefits Position Accuracy: Even down to a speed as low as not detectable the system holds control of speed and load. Large Speed Range: The AC Motors can operate and regulate over a much larger speed range. The ACmotors are typically rated 0-2300 RPM, but could also be used up to 3000 RPM (the maximum operating condition of the motor). This allow for a much better control and regulation possibilities for the equipment where the AC-motor is used. High Accuracy Auto Driller Functions. The system holds optimal weight on Bit. The controller takes into account the operators input and keep the Bit weight constant. Also during ROP mode, the accuracy is impressive. Compared to the conventional DC-Band Brake this is a dynamic control and not an on/off type regulation performed by the bands change of friction with different loads.
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With Disk Brakes there is a bit more dynamic type of control involved. This however generates a high demand from the regulating system in order to compensate for variation in loads. Regenerative Drawworks Braking: Using the AC Motors for regenerative braking, when operating the Drawworks improves the operations and functionality of the Drawworks. When braking with the Drawworks (or Top Drive), the regenerated energy needs to be dissipated either to the power supplying network or to dedicated braking resistors. For emergency braking and parking Disc Brakes are used. No other Drawworks Braking Systems are required. For this purpose the following solutions are implemented and operating on various drilling systems today: Regenerated Regenerated energy energy dissipated fed in braking to the resistors; power water or air-cooled. network.
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Regenerated energy both fed back to the power supplying network and to dedicated braking resistors. The air-cooled braking resistor solution is recommended due to: This solution is not dependent upon on the load situation in the power system Easy control Space savings and low equipment weight. Torque Control. The system calculates and controls the torque per the desired speed. This is possible with 4 quadrant DC Systems; however the need for motor purging, water cooling of the ELMAGCO Brake, air ducting and etc. requiring extra costs and considerable space. Automatic Functions:
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It is easier for the operator to handle a drilling machine with automatic configurable functions. - The Company Man or Tool Pusher can pre-set system values, which set the limits of the system and even the well. This additionally limits the range of the Drillers operating window, which results in reduce wear of bits and equipment. Additional Automatic Functions include: - Auto Reaming, - Trip Height, - Max In/Out of Hole, - Max Pull and so on. Top Drive Control: The high level of control of movement of the AC Motors gives certain advantages In Directional Drilling and Horizontal Wells. Full (MAXIMUM) torque can be maintained indefinitely down to zero speed. AC Motors can be used on Top Drives for positioning without a parking brake, when a Down Hole Motor is used. Jogging speed and smooth torque control during connection of Top Drive to the drill string. Additional Top Drive Control Functions include: Spinning & Make-Up Functions: Spinning protects the threads and the Make-up function controls the torque. Anti Torque And Torque Down Functions Mud Pumps Control: The Mud Pumps are standard Mud Pumps with standard AC drives. Speed control and load sharing can be obtained through the digital control technology. Anti sync function will reduce the vibration and wear of the pumps.
Other Considerations Space Requirements: An AC Drive System will typically require somewhat more space than a standard DC Drive System. An AC Drive System has so far typically been equipped with one inverter per motor and no parallel powering of AC Motors from a common power source whereas with the DC Drive Systems DC Motors can be parallel from a common power source (SCR Converter).
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NOI is developing AC Drives with paralleling of AC Motors capabilities from one common AC PWM power source The DC Drive System is also fed directly from the AC Power System as opposed to the AC Drive System where three-winding transformer(s) is needed for 12-pulse supply in addition to rectifiers feeding the common DC-bus, which requires additional space.
Noise: The AC Variable Frequency Drive and the SCR Converter Drives basically exert the same equipment dBA from sources as cooling fan requirements and air conditioning systems. NOI advocates and uses Air-Cooled Braking Resistors arrangement to significantly reduce the weight and size of the total resistor arrangement. Liquid-Cooling Braking Resistors arrangement is available when Braking Resistor is required to be placed in a classified area, but this method significantly increases the weight and size of the total resistor arrangement Due to high cooling airflow requirement over the Air-Cooled Braking Resistors, noise may become a situation (approximately 100 dBA at 1 m distance from the cooling blower fan). Taking into account the noise level developed by the air-cooling blower, the location of the braking resistors (outside the Electrical Control Room) should be considered during the design phase to minimize any noise subjected to operating personnel. Cost: AC Drilling Drive Systems have typically been more expensive than traditional DC Systems. This is still the case, but the equipment price itself is only a part of the total system and operational cost. Operating costs, maintenance and life cycle should also be considered along with the savings on the Motor Cooling/Ventilation and Equipment Air Conditioning Systems.
Encoders An encoder electrical/optical device is used to track position. It is mounted to a shaft directly, or indirectly, and tracks the position of something based on rotation, By converting shaft rotation into electronic pulses, encoders are used to electronically monitor the position of a rotating shaft. The encoders output pulses are counted and evaluated by a control unit to determine machine position and velocity, which provides exceptional accuracy and flexibility when controlling motion.
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The high mechanical and electronic operating speeds associated with optical encoders increase system speeds and accuracy, decrease cycle times, and boost overall productivity in the manufacturing environment. For example, the Drawworks uses an Absolute Encoder (which mounts via a pulley arrangement to a shaft out of the gearbox) to track block position. Via calibration, the Absolute Encoder maintains an absolute reference point from which it sends digital signals to the drawworks controller to let it know the positive & negative position as the shaft turns one direction or the other. Also, the Roughneck uses an Absolute Encoder to track horizontal position on the tracks, and vertical position of the spinning wrench & torque wrench. On the other hand some applications use an Incremental Encoder. This type of encoder is not as sophisticated as an Absolute (doesn't maintain a zero point), instead it just sends digital pulses as it rotates so the applicable controller can interpret those signals as needed. For example, there is an incremental encoder in the PRS-8i for rotation of the stem. The hoist arm extend mechanism is a simple hydraulically actuated arm attached to a hoist carriage riding along the column. The grip jaw assembly is attached to the hoist arm. The vertical alignment of the grip jaw is maintained through the full extension of the hoist arm by use of an active hydraulic compensating system. Height changes in the PRS-8i caused by the swing of the hoist arm are compensated through the use of compensating cylinders mounted in series with the hoisting cylinders. As the arm is extended or retracted, hydraulic fluid is exchanged between the arm extension cylinder and the compensating cylinders so that as the arm extends or retracts, the compensating cylinder either lowers or raises the hoist carriage to maintain a horizontal motion of the grip jaw. Height changes of the hoist arm are compensated through active synchronized motion between the hoist arm extension and the hoist motors. The upper hoisting arm and its gripper jaw assembly carry the complete vertical load of the tubular being handled as well as the lateral loads created by any vessel motions acting on the tubular. The jaw normally grips tubulars approximately 15 below the upper box connection. It uses hardened inserts hydraulically and mechanically actuated against the OD of the tubular for lifting. The jaw assembly includes hydraulically actuated roller jaws that close on the tubular before the grip jaws, centralizing the pipe with respect to the grip jaws, the grip jaw assembly and an encircling claw assembly.
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The claw assembly is used to capture a drill floor supported stand to allow vertical repositioning of the hoist arm and can be provided with attachment points for stand building and casing running tools as required the Dual path hoist motors located at the lower end of the column section move the hoist arm.
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DFSD Theory of Operation / Control E-Stop control is performed at 2 different levels. First on a hardware level, where by the relay logic in the DFSD system and in the individual tools disables the load power from all mechanical actuators remote I/O. This is referenced as a Category Zero E-Stop, (CAT 0). Secondly, in software, where by the tool's controller resets the logic to a safe state again disabling the outputs to the mechanical actuators. This is referenced as a Category 2 E-Stop, (CAT 2). The definitions of both CAT 0 and CAT 2 are taken from the Specification BS EN 60204-1, 1993 "Safety of Machinery- Electrical equipment of Machines" Section 9.2.2 and are defined below. CAT 0 - stopping by immediate removal of power to the machine actuators. CAT 2 - a controlled stop with power left available to the tools actuators. Note BS EN 60204- 1 also states "That each machine shall be equipped with a CAT 0 E-Stop. CAT 2 E-S top shall be provided where demanded by the safety and / or functional requirements of the machine". In Varco's case only the TDS & ADS have both CAT 0 and CAT 2 E,-Stops where as all other tools only have a CAT 0 E-Stop.
Basic System Description The DFSD system comes supplied with dual redundant 24 vdc power supplies. Each power supply is fed from a different source, PS1 is fed from the UPS A supply in MTC #1 and PS 2 is fed from UPS B in MTC # 2. This ensures full redundancy on the power supplies. The DFSD System is also equipped with a Power Isolator Switch mounted on the enclosure door, which may also be used to isolate system power. Also mounted on the door is the "Driller / Assistant Driller" assignment switch, this switch is used for assignment of the TDS/ ADS controls to either the Drillers Work Station or the Assistant Drillers Work Station and also provides the correct E-Stop control to whichever work station has the TDS/ADS control.
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The DFSD system is set up with a series of control relays configured to provide either a CAT 0 or CAT 2 E-Stop to the various tools depending on the E-Stop Push Button activated. (See below for Cause and Effects Matrix). Tools which have Local E-Stop Push Buttons are supplied with control relays that monitor the status of the Local E-Stop PB's and provide the correct interface back to the DFSD system. Contacts from these relays then control a corresponding relay in the DFSD system. Normally Open contacts of these DFSD relays are then connected in series controlling a Master E-Stop relay. Normally Open contacts of the Master E-Stop relay are wired back to each tool to provide E-stop control of the tool, disconnecting the load power from the tools actuators as required for a CAT 0 E-Stop. In the event any tool which has Local E-Stop Push Buttons is powered off (i.e. for maintenance purposes) the DFDS system circuitry for that tool is temporarily bypassed to maintain functionality of all the other tools.This is called the "By Pass" mode. By Pass mode. In normal operation the "By Pass Relay is energized on when the tools power is on and the normally closed contacts are held open. When the tool power is switched off the tool By Pass relay in the DFSD system de energizes and the normally closed contacts bridge out the tools DFSD control relay. The By Pass relay also has a contact that is monitored by the DCDA to display a warning that a tool is in E-Stop By Pass Mode. NOTE in this mode the isolated tools E-Stop buttons are now inactive. Each control relay with in the DFSD system has contacts wired back to the DFSD Wago Ethernet I/O to provide the DCDA with the system status, this information is used by various controllers on the DCDA for either control or information purposes. The DFSD system also provides a signal interface back to the TDS & ADS tool controllers for the execution of a CAT 2 control shut down when required. It should also be noted that there are some instances where the TDS and the ADS will be brought to a controlled stop only under certain E-Stop button activation; this is to mitigate a potentially more dangerous condition. The cause and effects matrix below describes the various conditions. Tight hole, stuck or sticking pipe, overpull, set down load
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After an E-Stop event has occurred and the E-Stop has been cleared all tools connected to the DFSD system and DCDA must be turned back "On" to regain control.
E-Stop Groups and Types E-Stop Groups Within the Varco DFSD System, there are two groups of equipment. Group 1: AR4500 PRS 8i Fingerboard Pipe Transfer Conveyor Pipe Deck Machine Auxiliaries (HPU - Foxhole - Power Slips) Drawworks (ADS) TDS.
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E-Stops Types Within the Varco DFSD system there are 2 types of "stop" related to the equipment groups above. CAT O stopped by immediate removal of power to the machine actuators and accomplished by disconnecting the load power. CAT 2 - a controlled stop with power left available to the tools actuators after the stop has occurred. CAT 2 is classed as a software stop of the tool where the tool controller will turn off the various outputs to the tools actuator, solenoids, MCC's & VFD's in a safe and controlled manor. In this mode, the load power supply is not disconnected from the equipment. Cause and Effect General Description
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There are a number of E-Stop buttons associated with various tools distributed around the rig floor and one located on each of the Drillers and Assistant Drillers workstations. Tool & Drill Floor E-Stop Buttons Local Tool E-Stop buttons are positioned at the following locations: AR 4500 Local Control Panel mounted on the Iron Roughneck One located on either side of the iron Roughneck. PTC Local Control Panel located at the V-Door PDM 3 located 1 on ether side and one at the back Fingerboard Derrick mans Control panel located at the Fingerboard level. ADS Skid & Crown Saver Three Drill Floor E-Stop Buttons will be located on the Drill Floor by the Project On the activation of any "Tool" or "Drill Floor E-stop buttons (with the exception of the ADS Skid E-Stop buttons): Group 1, which implies all Varco tools with the exception of the TDS and ADS, will perform a CAT 0 E-Stop. On a CAT 0 E-Stop the load Power will be disconnected from the tool actuators via a relay contact de activating all movement. Group 2, which is the TDS and ADS, will perform a CAT 2 E-Stop. The ADS controller will ramp down the VFD, apply the brakes in a controlled manor and stop all MCC's. The TDS controller will ramp down the VFD, apply the brake, turn off the MCC's, disable the Power Rotating Head outputs and de-energize the hydraulic Link Tilt preventing any motion. Note with a CAT 2 stop power is still available to the actuators after the stop has occurred. When the ADS Skid E-Stop buttons or Crown Saver Pressure switch are activated, a CAT 0 E-Stop will be performed on the ADS only.
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The VFD will Coast to Stop, the load power will be disconnected from the actuators and the brakes will be applied immediately bring the drawworks to an immediate stop. The MCC E-Stop signal will also go low and the MCC's should immediately stop. Note: No other tools will be shut down with the ADS skid E-Stop Push Buttons or the Crown Saver.
Driller Cabin Workstation E- Stop Buttons Driller's 8 Assistant Drillers E-stop Buttons With the TDS & ADS assigned to the Driller's workstation by the selector switch located on the DFSD Control cabinet door (Normal Operating Mode) the Driller's work station has control of both the Top Drive and the Drawworks. Assistant Drillers workstation has control of the Pipe Handling equipment - PRS, Finger Board, Iron Roughneck and the Pipe Transfer Conveyor. The Drillers E-Stop Button when activated will perform the following: Group 1 tools - CAT 0 Group 2 tools - CAT 0 When a CAT 0 E-Stop is applied to the TDS and ADS the system reacts as follows: The ADS VFD will Coast to Stop, the load power will be disconnected from the actuators and the brakes will be applied immediately bring the drawworks to an immediate stop since the brakes are air applied to release, spring applied to set. The MCC E-Stop signal will also go low and the MCC's should immediately stop. The TDS VFD will Coast to Stop, the load power will be disconnected from the actuators Since the load Power supply is disconnected the rotating head, IBOP and link tilt are also disabled. The MCC E-Stop signal will also go low and the MCC's should immediately stop. The Assistant Drillers E-Stop Button when activated will perform the following: Group 1 tools - CAT 0
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Group 2 tools - CAT 2 With the TDS & ADS assigned to the Assistant Driller's workstation by the selector switch located on the DFSD Control cabinet door (Back Up Mode). The Assistant Drillers workstation has control of both the Top Drive and the Drawworks and the Drillers workstation has control of the Pipe Handling equipment PRS, Finger Board, Iron Roughneck and the Pipe Transfer Conveyor. The Assistant Drillers E-Stop Button when activated will perform the following: Group 1 tools - CAT 0 Group 2 tools - CAT 0 The Drillers E-Stop Button when activated will perform the following: Group 1 tools - CAT 0 Group 2 tools - CAT 2
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Cantilever design drilling loads (kips)

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My Tools Menu Press My Tools to display the operators tool menu.

Press any tool button to display its operator screen.

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Drawworks Drilling screen

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Drawwork Tripping screen

Drive assignment screen

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Top Drive System (TDS-8SA)

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TDS Main drive screen is self explanatory?

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Control for rotary

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Power Slips (PS30)

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Main work screen

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