Packer with integral cleaning device
US7048055B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B37/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention generally relates to methods and apparatus for sealing a tubular. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a packer having a body, a sealing element, and a cleaning device operatively connected to the body. In one aspect, the apparatus may clean a surface of the tubular before the sealing element expanded into contact therewith.
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