Test Sample prepared for axial compression test. Note anti-buckling support installed to assure application of pure axial loading through the connection.
CNC machine used for threading full length joints of casing.
De-Burring 20" OD GB CDE 3P Thread.
Resonant Fatigue Testing Equipment with 7" OD, 23.00 ppf, P110 GB CD Connection.
Finished 4 ½" OD Pin Thread.
Full-Scale Compression Test on Thread Protector.
Finished 7" OD, 23.00 ppf, P110 GB CD Pins in Line for Mill Makeup.
GB HBE and GB WSE after 116 rotating hours at 80 RPM (average).
MRP Inspection of GB CDE 3P Pin Thread.
Repro Rubber being prepared for GB Butt Threadform Inspection.
Resonant Fatigue Testing
Sparta Rig – Purpose Built Rig for Drilling with Casing.
Stabbing 20" OD, 133.00 ppf N-80 GB CDE 3P for well in Japan.
Strain gauges applied to a GB Coupling in preparation for testing.
Inspection using a mold of a thread projected against a threadform overlay. Threadform inspection is routinely performed as part of the 100% “First Article” Inspection procedure.