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SmartRacker

Vertical pipe handling system

The SmartRacker vertical pipe handling system triple and quad column rackers are advanced pipe handling systems for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs, and drillships. They perform all vertical pipe handling operations on the drill floor, including racking stands, building stands in the mousehole, picking up singles from the catwalk, laying out singles to the catwalk, and tripping in and out of the fingerboard.

These systems are fully-automated with a robotic control system that controls and monitors all operations and protects the machine and rig from operator failure. The machine can be operated in auto mode, semiautomatic mode, manual mode, override mode, and emergency mode. With its unique gripper head design, the SmartRacker system can handle all types of pipe, including production tubing, drillpipe, casing, and spiral drill collar.

Using AC or hydraulic technology for all main functions, the SmartRacker system is very accurate and reliable as well as easy and quick to operate. This efficient handling system is designed for the most demanding applications in an offshore environment. It is designed according to DNV and NORSOK regulations and is CE marked.

SmartRacker vertical pipe handling system

Specifications

Versatile for handling of triple or quad stands, horizontal to vertical, as well as assistance in handling smaller bits, subs, and objects
Fully automated functions with focus on extremely simple use
All main functions driven by AC or hydraulic motors for improved performance and accuracy
One gripper head that handles all drillpipe, casing, and drill collars from 3 1/2 in to 14 in (2 7/8 in optional); no need to stop and wait to change heads
Accurate soft stabbing function that saves threads on drillpipes
Works in concert with the SmartCat catwalk machine for horizontal-to-vertical operations; no need for overhead V-door machines
Pickup elevator with fail-safe mechanical lock for 2 7/8-in to 14-in pipe size
Upper and lower guide arm adjustable vertically for different stand lengths
Robust design with well-protected sensors
User-friendly human machine interface (HMI) with onscreen operator guidance
Fail-safe design philosophy
Fully automated; all operations controlled from the drilling control room
Monitoring and interlocks to avoid damage to machine or surroundings; smooth end stops
Gripper arm lifted using dual lifting wire, dual winch motors and gears, as well as dual fail-safe winch brakes
Dual design (upper trolley motor, gear, and brake/lower trolley motor, gear, and brake/column rotate motor, gear, and brake)
Low-maintenance design throughout using high-quality components and low-maintenance bearings
Maintenance access at defined points
Full integration with OnTrack ZMS drill floor zone management system
Fail-safe gripper head with accumulator to maintain pressure in case of hydraulic power loss

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Product Sheet SmartRacker Pipe Handling System SR III-P-AC

Advanced pipe handling system for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs and drillships.