Carrier and band assembly for identifying and managing a component of a system associated with a wellhead
US10102471B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2016 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K7/10366
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
According to one aspect, an apparatus adapted to be connected to a component that is part of a pump system or a manifold trailer includes a block defining opposing first and second exterior surfaces. In one aspect, the block includes a recess formed in the first exterior surface and extending towards the second exterior surface, and an opening formed in the second exterior surface. In another aspect, the apparatus also includes an electronic identifying device at least partially accommodated within the recess, the device including a first portion having data stored thereon that provides identification of the component. In one aspect, the electronic identifying device further includes a second portion having data stored thereon that provides one of: information associated with certification of the component; and identification of the pump system or the manifold trailer of which the component is a part.
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