Tubular handling tool
US10830008B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B21/02
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An elevator for use in handling a tubular includes a first body part coupled to a second body part; and at least two slips coupled to each of the first and second body parts, wherein one or more of the slips includes an engagement member for coupling with a mating member of the first body part or the second body part, wherein at least 25% of the engagement member is coupled with the mating member when the slip is in an open position. In another embodiment, a swivel includes an upper housing rotatably coupled to a lower housing; and a rotary union having a rotating body attached to the lower housing and a non-rotating body attached to the upper housing, wherein the swivel is configured to transfer load from the lower housing to the upper housing.
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