Method and apparatus for working multiple wellheads in close proximity
US9382766B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B15/003
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A rig system and method is provided for use with multiple wellheads in close proximity on a wellsite. A mast assembly is mounted to a rig carrier for alignment with a first wellhead. A pipe handling system is mounted to a skid having a pipe moving member mounted to the skid. A rig platform for use with the mast assembly is vertically moveable for accommodating a second wellhead in close proximity to the first wellhead while allowing operators to work within the mast assembly.
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