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Pipe gripping head

US4304433A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 17, 1980
Grant dateDec 8, 1981
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B19/14
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A pipe gripping head especially suitable for use with pipe handling apparatus in earth drilling operations. The pipe gripping head includes a pair of jaws operably pivotable between an open and a closed locked position which does not rely on pneumatic or hydraulic pressure to maintain the jaws in the closed position.

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