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Section 9: Certifications: Model Torq-Matic Automated Floor Wrench
Section 9: Certifications: Model Torq-Matic Automated Floor Wrench
Section 9: Certifications: Model Torq-Matic Automated Floor Wrench
SECTION 9: CERTIFICATIONS
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API Defines 2 types of substructures that require different ratings with respect to
equipment mounted in the BOP (cellar) area. Type 1 is classified as an open sub
structure with no wind walls preventing ventilation. Type 2 is an enclosed sub structure
that impedes ventilation. Below are 2 drawings prepared by Canrig to simplify these
specifications.
Drillers Console
Center of Bell Nipple
Dog House
R60"
R120"
Class 1 Zone 1
Class 1 Zone 2
The open sub structure only classifies an area 10 ft (120”) from well center. This area is
rated as zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2). Because the TM120 Wrench is located in this area and
the tong box travels in and out of the Zone 1 area (60” from well center), the tong box
must be rated to Class 1 Zone 1. Refer to the Tong Box section for more details. The
enclosure mounted on the side of the wrench never enters the zone 1 classification, and
there for is only rated to Class 1 Zone 2. On an open sub structure like outlined above,
none of the remaining wrench equipment must be classified.
Enclosed Derek
Drillers Console
Center of Bell Nipple
Dog House
R60"
Class 1 Zone 1
Class 1 Zone 2
In the second type of structure, we can see that the complete rig floor is classified as
Class 1 Zone 2 with the same 60” radius from hole center for Class 1 Zone 1. The
enclosures on the wrench tongs and arms do not need to change classifications, but the
remaining equipment for the wrench must change. For this reason, all of the remaining
equipment for the wrench install; (driller’s console, HPU, Radio Control) are rated for
Class 1 Zone 2. If a rig has an open sub structure, and tarps are installed for winter
operation, the classification for that rig changes from Type 1 to Type 2.
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
Signal Conditioners
IS Barrier
Pressure Transducers
Remote Purge Relief
Hydraulic Valve Coils (not Installed
in Enclosure) Rating: EEx m II T4
Rating:
Class 1 Zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2)
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
Signal Conditioners
Remote Purge Kit
Rating:
Class 1 Zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2)
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
PLC
Power Supply
Driver Cards
Remote Purge Kit
Below is a picture of the outside and inside of the PLC Enclosure. All
the PLC and power supply components are rated to Class 1 Zone 2
(Class 1 Div 2). The Hawe Valve driver cards are unrated devices, for
this reason a purge kit is installed to purge both the motor starter
enclosure and the PLC enclosure that are mounted on the HPU. With
this purge kit these boxes are rated at Class 1 Zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2).
Rating:
Class 1 Zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2)
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
Motor Overloads
Motor Contactor
Relays
Transformer
Remote Purge Kit
Rating:
Class 1 Zone 2 (Class 1 Div 2)
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
Omron Touch Screen (Class 1 Div 2)
Switches (Class 1 Div 2)
Below is a picture of the outside and inside of the Drillers console enclosure. All the
components are rated for Class 1 Div 2. This box can be mounted in any position on the
drill floor.
Rating:
Equipment Installed:
Terminal Blocks
Switches (Class 1 Div 2)
Circuit Boards