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April 2, 2007

Pipe basket transports drillstem components safely

Here’s an advanced level pipe basket that promises safe and secure transportation of drillstem components.

The pipe safety basket features integral ratchet straps, helping to ensure a safe and secure load. The elevated and enclosed bottom frame of the safety basket also complies with newer dockside mandates for Dropped Object Regulations.

The basket is proof full-load tested to 55,000 lb-or 2.5 times the maximum weight limit of 22,000 lb. The rigging components of the basket are rated to 1.5 times the maximum load weight. And the baskets are postload tested with full mag-particle inspection of all lifting points.

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Units are designed for single-line lifts on offshore locations.

Because the safety baskets can be stacked two high, their dimensions and maximum weight limits allow for the transportation of two baskets on a standard 18-wheeler float, the company points out.

The basket also includes a protective enclosure-helping reduce damages that often occur during shipping. Reinforced end area enclosures shield connections and offer protection from load shifts during handling and shipping.

The safety basket also allows for crane or forklift accessibility for loading and unloading.

Source: Knight Oil Tools, 2727 SE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA 70508.