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SmartRacker

Vertical pipe handling system

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 and lower trolley motor, gear, and brake and 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

 

SmartRacker system technical data input sheet

SRIV-P-AC

SRIV-P-AC

The SmartRacker IV-P quad column racker is an advanced pipe handling system for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs, and drillships. The SmartRacker IV-P quad column racker performs all vertical pipe handling operations on the drillfloor, 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. The SmartRacker IV-P is 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, it can handle all types of pipe, including production tubing, drillpipe, casing, and spiral drill collar. Using AC technology for all main functions, the SmartRacker is accurate, reliable, and easy 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.

Technical Specifications
Maximum lifting capacity 15 t [13.5 tonnes]
Vertical main arm travel 75.5 ft [23 m]
Horizontal travel 45.9 ft [14 m] (to suit derrick size)
Arm reach 13.1 ft [4 m]
Lifting arm vertical movement 73.17 ft [22.3 m]
Gripper head pipe size 3 1/2–13 5/8 in [88.9–346 mm]
Pickup elevator pipe size range 2 7/8–13 5/8 in [73–346 mm]
Column rotate angle 360°
Pipe length 34 ft [10.4 m]
Stand length up to 135 ft [41.15 m]
Temperature range –4–104 degF [–20–40 degC]
Total weight 68 t [62 tonnes]
Tripping speed 40 stands/h
Lifting speed 3.28 ft/s [1 m/s]
Horizontal speed 1.64 ft/s [0.5 m/s]
Column rotate speed 5 rpm

 

SRIII-XY-AC

SRIII-XY-AC

The SmartRacker III-XY triple column racker is an advanced pipe handling system for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs, and drillships. The SmartRacker III-XY triple column racker performs all vertical pipe handling operations on the drillfloor, 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. The SmartRacker III-XY is 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, it can handle all types of pipe, including production tubing, drillpipe, casing, and spiral drill collar. Using AC technology for all main functions, the SmartRacker III-XY is accurate, reliable, and easy 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.

Technical Specifications
Maximum lifting capacity 11 t [10 tonnes]
Vertical main arm travel 75.5 ft [23 m]
Horizontal travel 45.9 ft [14 m] (to suit derrick size)
Arm reach 13.1 ft [4 m]
Lifting arm vertical movement 50.85 ft [15.5 m]
Gripper head pipe size 3 1/2–13 5/8 in [88.9–346 mm]
Pickup elevator pipe size range 2 7/8–13 5/8 in [73–346 mm]
Column rotate angle 360°
Pipe length 34 ft [10.4 m]
Stand length up to 105 ft [32 m]
Temperature range –4–104 degF [–20–40 degC]
Total weight 42 t [38 tonnes]
Tripping speed 45 stands/h
Lifting speed 3.28 ft/s [1 m/s]
Horizontal speed 1.64 ft/s [0.5 m/s]
Column rotate speed 5 rpm
SRIII-P-AC-MK2

SRIII-P-AC-MK2

The SmartRacker III-P triple column racker is an advanced pipe handling system for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs, and drillships. The SmartRacker III-P triple column racker performs all vertical pipe handling operations on the drillfloor, 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. The SmartRacker III-P is 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, it can handle all types of pipe, including production tubing, drillpipe, casing, and spiral drill collar. Using AC technology for all main functions, the SmartRacker III-P is accurate, reliable, and easy 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.

Technical Specifications
Maximum lifting capacity 11 t [10 tonnes]
Vertical main arm travel 64.7 ft [19.7 m]
Horizontal travel 32.8 ft [10 m] (to suit derrick size)
Arm reach 13.1 ft [4 m]
Lifting arm vertical movement 67.6 ft [20.6 m]
Gripper head pipe size 3 1/2–13 5/8 in [88.9–346 mm]
Pickup elevator pipe size range 2 7/8–13 5/8 in [73–346 mm]
Column rotate angle 360°
Pipe length Triple range II
Stand length up to 96 ft [29.3 m]
Temperature range –4–104 degF [–20–40 degC]
Total weight 39.7 t [36 tonnes]
Tripping speed 45 stands/h
Lifting speed 3.28 ft/s [1 m/s]
Horizontal speed 1.64 ft/s [0.5 m/s]
Column rotate speed 5 rpm
SRIII-XY-HY

SRIII-XY-HY

The SmartRacker III-P triple column racker is an advanced pipe handling system for jackup rigs, semisubmersible rigs, and drillships. The SmartRacker III-P triple column racker performs all vertical pipe handling operations on the drillfloor, 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. The SmartRacker III-P is 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, it can handle all types of pipe, including production tubing, drillpipe, casing, and spiral drill collar. Using AC technology for all main functions, the SmartRacker III-P is accurate, reliable, and easy 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.

Technical Specifications
Maximum lifting capacity 11 t [10 tonnes]
Vertical main arm travel 64.7 ft [19.7 m]
Horizontal travel 32.8 ft [10 m] (to suit derrick size)
Arm reach 13.1 ft [4 m]
Lifting arm vertical movement 64.6 ft [19.7 m]
Gripper head pipe size 3 1/2–13 5/8 in [88.9–346 mm]
Pickup elevator pipe size range 2 7/8–13 5/8 in [73–346 mm]
Column rotate angle 360°
Pipe length 34 ft [10.4 m]
Stand length up to 96 ft [29.3 m]
Temperature range –4–104 degF [–20–40 degC]
Total weight 57.3 t [52 tonnes]
Tripping speed 45 stands/h
Lifting speed 3.28 ft/s [1 m/s]
Horizontal speed 1.64 ft/s [0.5 m/s]
Column rotate speed 5 rpm

 
Scope of Supply Options
AC-driven quad column racker composed of Rotatable soft stabbing arm
One flush-mounted rail in drillfloor Pickup elevator hangoff derrick
One AC-driven lower drive trolley Pickup elevator cradle on drillfloor
One lower guide arm Auxiliary lifting tools for lifting objects other than pipe
One main column with AC-driven winch Low-temperature package for installation in conditions below –4 degF [–20 degC]
One main arm with gripper head and pickup elevator High-temperature package for installation in conditions above 104 degF [40 degC]
One upper guide arm Adapters for the handling of special objects
One upper AC-driven trolley 2 7/8-in tubing adapter for the gripper head
One upper supporting beam Riser guide tool
VFD cabinets for AC motors Extended reach up to 15.1 ft [4.6 m]
SmartRacker control system Zone management system
Emergency lowering and relocating system