Method and apparatus for automated connection of a fluid conduit
US9689216B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 2, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B33/05
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
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