New Loc-Torus II Remote Connector System Enables Operator to Connect Wireline Tool String Without Personnel into Danger Zone
Press Release Summary:
The Loc-Torus II Remote Connector System is available in 10k and 15k versions and is designed for use in between wireline pressure control and crown valve in a hydraulic fracturing application. The unit consists of failsafe, spring locking connectors and anchored, plug and play umbilical bundle. It enables the operator to continue pressure pumping when tool string is removed. The connector eliminates the need for personnel entering the high-pressure danger zone. The Loc-Torus II offers predictive failure analysis data and remote diagnostics.
Original Press Release:
Reel Power Oil & Gas Announces Loc-Torus II®, the Safest, Most Intelligent Remote Frac Tree Connector for Hydraulic Fracturing Applications in the Oilfield
-- Saves 15-30 minutes per stage…
Houston, Texas, (September 24, 2018) – Reel Power Oil & Gas has developed the remote connector between the Wireline Pressure Control and crown valve at top of the frac tree in a hydraulic fracturing application. Called Loc-Torus II®, the remote connector systems allows the operator to safely connect the wireline tool string without personnel entering the high-pressure danger zone. Mike Spence, vice president, made the announcement.
Using the new remote connector, the operator is able to continue pressure pumping while the tool string is removed and perforating guns are changed out on multi-well pads. The remote operation eliminates the need for personnel to go up in a basket to disconnect or reconnect the connection, reducing safety risk while allowing value added pressure pumping to continue.
By continuing with the pressure pumping while changing perforating charges, the time savings can be between 15-30 minutes for each stage. According to Mr. Spence, “this one features can add a stage per day, significantly reducing the operator’s completion costs.”
The remote operator control system is specifically designed for simplicity, including operator displays with keyed and interlocked switches, which prevent inadvertent unlatching of the connector with positive bore pressure. The control system enables trend analysis for the number of connections, pressure and time available, providing predictive failure analysis data and remote diagnostics.
Additional features of the new Loc-Torus II® connector include failsafe, spring locking connectors that provide double-assurance that you are locked; and an anchored, “plug & play” umbilical bundle that stays in place when snagged. Loc-Torus II® is available in 10k and 15k versions. Remote Night Cap and Ball Drop options are available.
Reel Power Oil & Gas is an innovative manufacturer and service provider that identifies challenges, designs solutions and manufactures quality products to solve oilfield problems, saving customers time and money. The company is based in Houston, Texas.
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