External grip tubular running tool
US8327928B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B19/24
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method for running a tubular string in wellbore operations according to one or more aspects of the present disclosure includes providing a tubular running tool comprising gripping assembly rotationally connected to a carrier, the gripping assembly comprising a body and slips; connecting the carrier to a quill of a top drive of a drilling rig; positioning an end of a tubular for gripping with the slips; actuating the slips into gripping engagement with the tubular; and rotating the tubular with the slips in gripping engagement therewith.
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