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Drilling Systems
Combined experience, deep commitment
Industry-leading VetcoGray products and systems have been proven in drilling and
production applications for more than a century. Market-changing Hydril Pressure Control
technologies have endured drilling’s harshest conditions since 1933. Individually, each
has been on the forefront of the innovations that continue to redefine high pressure,
high temperature and deepwater frontiers. Together, this equipment helped set the
current water depth record for drilling at 10,011 ft. And together, as GE Oil & Gas,
Drilling & Production they will continue to engineer and deliver time-tested, industry
renowned equipment and systems.
Complete systems and services from a single source
GE Oil & Gas’ acquisitions of VetcoGray and Hydril Pressure Control created one of the
drilling industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of products, systems and services for
onshore, offshore and subsea applications. As GE Oil & Gas, Drilling & Production, we
combine the global resources of GE Oil & Gas with a complete product line that delivers
“next level” advanced performance in the most demanding drilling conditions.
Deep commitment to the drilling market
GE Oil & Gas, Drilling & Production provides:
• A full range of capital drilling equipment and associated services
• Key points of contact for consistency in technical product support
• Local assistance in key regions of operation
• Best practice service solutions to help customers maintain peak performance
At the forefront, around the world
Count on GE Oil & Gas, Drilling & Production for extensive field experience, in-depth
product knowledge and a never-satisfied position on technological advances. Look for
our equipment and service solutions in high pressure, high temperature and deepwater
destinations across the globe. And call on us for reliable and field-proven products,
systems and solutions for drilling and production, onshore or offshore.
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Land Rig Drilling Equipment
We have been inventing and developing
innovative solutions for the land drilling
business for over 75 years with industry
firsts such as the introduction of
the hydraulically operated blowout
preventer, the annular blowout preventer,
the drillstem valve, and the surge
absorber/pulsation dampener. Our
proprietary, in-house elastomer plant
allows us to conduct extensive research
and testing that puts GE Oil & Gas,
Drilling & Production at the forefront of
the industry in elastomer temperature
range performance. Our Hydril
Pressure Control land drilling products
have been field tested for decades,
and proven over and over again.
Drillship/Semisubmersible Rig Drilling Equipment
Wherever drilling meets high pressure, high temperature (HPHT)
extremes, the biggest names in the business rely on Hydril Pressure
Control and VetcoGray equipment and services. Our shallow-
to-medium depth, piloted subsea systems make easy work of
demanding applications in extreme environments. And in the critical
deepwater environment, the combined Hydril Pressure Control and
VetcoGray Deepwater Drilling System repeatedly sets benchmarks
for reliability and time spent on bottom. In fact, the combined Hydril
Pressure Control and VetcoGray deepwater drilling system helped
set the water depth record for drilling at 10,011 ft.
Pushing the Limits
Reliable BOP technology combined with advanced hydraulic circuit
design; state-of-the-art hardware and software design; the industry’s
most widely used and respected wellhead connectors; pioneering
marine riser design; robust materials and complete lifecycle support
ranks Hydril Pressure Control and VetcoGray drilling systems
among the most widely trusted, and technically superior deepwater
drilling systems in the world. Our current system can be configured
to reach 12,500 ft below sea level, but we won’t stop there. Look to
future GE Oil & Gas drilling equipment technologies to push both
HPHT and water depth capabilities.
Products & Services:
• Aftermarket Services • Gimbals
• Annular and Ram Blowout Preventers • Marine Riser
• Blowout Preventer Control Systems • Marine Riser Systems
• Deepwater Drilling Systems • Pulsation Dampeners
• Diverter Systems • Spiders
• Drillstem Valves • Subsea Connectors
• Elastomers • Telescopic Joints
• Flex Joints • Tension Rings
Jack-up Rig Drilling Equipment
GE Oil & Gas’s Hydril Pressure Control and VetcoGray annular
blowout preventer and diverter jackup installed base covers more
than half of the world’s jackup fleet, so chances are, if you’re on
a jackup rig anywhere in the world, GE Oil & Gas equipment is
there. Our high-quality surface BOP control units perform well
in demanding environments and our robust drillstem valves and
industry renowned pulsation dampeners are more than up to the
challenges of offshore drilling.
Products & Services:
• Aftermarket Services
• Annular and Ram Blowout Preventers
• Blowout Preventer Control Systems
• Diverters
• Drillstem Valves
• Elastomers
• Pulsation Dampeners
Products & Services:
• Aftermarket Services
• Annular and Ram Blowout
Preventers
• Drillstem Valves
• Elastomers
• Pulsation Dampeners
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Annular Blowout Preventers
The invention of the Hydril Pressure Control blowout preventer
was an industry first. Now, more than 70 years later, we offer a
complete product line to match a broad range of operating
requirements. Our annulars are best known for their exceptional
ability to handle extreme pressures and temperature, both on the
surface and subsea.
Hydril Pressure Control Annu-Flex™
Our Hydril Pressure Control Annu-Flex combines
either a single or dual subsea GX annular blowout
preventer with a maintenance-free, flexible
underwater riser joint. Together, the BOP head/
flex joint combination reduces overall stack
height and requires fewer stack connections.
Hydril Pressure Control GK®
The GK annular is the definitive field-proven
BOP – demonstrating world-class dependability
and quality for over 50 years. It is ideal for
surface applications both on land and offshore
platforms, with pressure capabilities up to
20,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control GL®
The GL packing unit is specially molded with
two different styles of inserts to reduce closing
volume and increase closing cycles. It is
available in bore sizes/pressure ratings
of 18¾" 5,000 psi and 21 ¼" 5,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control GX®
/GXS™
This industry-leading packing unit has provided
continuous service for as long as a year, has
passed the API pressure test at 270ºF, and
has held pressure in the field after 328 closing
cycles plue stripping. Its pressure capabilities
range up to 15,000 psi.
Ram Blowout Preventers
Our Hydril Pressure Control ram BOPs protect personnel and
equipment by reliably stopping unexpected surges of oil, gas
and drilling mud from the well bore. For surface and subsea
operation, they can seal the annulus around drill pipe, casing
or tubing, or they can shear the drill string. "Smart" versions of the
conventional and compact rams can include instrumentation to
sense pressure, temperature and incremental ram position.
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Hydril Pressure Control Quik-Loq™
The innovative Boltless™ design permits safe ram and
operator changes within minutes – allowing nearly
continuous drilling operations. It is available in bore
sizes of 135⁄8" and 18¾" with working pressure up to
15,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control Conventional Ram
For high performance on the surface and subsea, our
conventional rams are available in bore sizes from
71
⁄16" to 21¼" with pressure capabilities from 2,000 to
20,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control
Sentry™ Workover
Designed specifically to simplify
workovers, the Sentry is short
and light to fit smaller drill rigs.
Its bore size is 171
⁄16" and has
pressure ratings of 3,000 and
5,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control Compact™ Ram
The ram BOP delivers high performance in subsea
applications with significant weight and height
limitations. Its pressure capabilities range up to
15,000 psi, and it has passed API temperature tests
to 500º F using fixed-bore rams.
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Hydril Pressure Control
Flow Selector
Used in diverter vent lines,
flow selectors always keep the
discharge line open and permit
selection of a downwind line.
They cannot be shut in.
Hydril Pressure Control
MSP™ 21" 2000 psi
Applicable to surface
installations, this lightweight,
compact MSP provides both
diverter and annular BOP
functionality.
Hydril Pressure Control
FS™
For floating drilling and
platform rig service, with
integral venting, the FS
diverter loads through a 49½"
or 60½" rotary table. It closes
on an open hole with no
insert packer required.
Hydril Pressure Control
Riser Fill-Up Valve
In case of unexpected evacuation
of drilling fluids, this valve prevents
collapse of the subsea riser by
backfilling it with seawater.
Hydril Pressure Control
FSP™
These diverter/BOP systems
for bottom-supported offshore
rigs incorporate integral venting.
With no insert packer required,
the diverter closes on an open
hole or to handle tool and
pressure tests.
Hydril Pressure Control
MSP™ 29" 500 psi and
30" 1000 psi
Well suited for surface
installations, the Hydril Pressure
Control MSP has withstood the
test of time, proving itself as both
a diverter and an annular BOP.
Hydril Pressure Control
Gas Handler™
Mounted below the telescopic
joint to increase the capabilities
of standard diverter systems, the
Hydril Pressure Control GH is an
annular closing device to handle
gas bubble that expand as they
ascend through a long riser.
Hydril Pressure Control
Seal-All™ Diverter Insert
To ensure safety on floating
drilling rigs during completion
and workover operations,
this insert easily seals on
combinations of drill pipe and
auxiliary lines in the well bore.
Diverters
Our Hydril Pressure Control and VetcoGray diverters vent
shallow gas flows safely from any bottom-founded or floating
rig. Field-proven reliability stems from mechanical simplicity:
one signal executes the diverting process, and an integral vent
design eliminates extraneous valves and interconnections.
Hydril Pressure Control Mini-MUX
The Hydril Pressure Control Mini-MUX Control System provides for
quick surface/jack up stack changeout by using a pod-based system
similar to subsea configurations
Hydril Pressure Control Surface System
Our basic surface control systems have a wide range of features
and options that make them suitable for any application.
Hydril Pressure Control Deepwater Multiplex
Proven, industry-leading performance at water depths up to 12,500
ft. Our standard design has provided 364 days of continuous
operation with only one stack pull due to hurricane evacuation.
Hydril Pressure Control Direct Piloted
Increase your drilling uptime with our shallow-to-medium depth
piolted hydraulic control system.
Control Systems
GE Oil & Gas manufactures blowout preventer control systems
that lead the industry in reliability, functionality and versatility.
With a strong focus on the critical deepwater environment, the
Hydril Pressure Control Multiplex (MUX) BOP Control System has
repeatedly set the benchmark for reliability and time spent on
bottom. We also provide shallow-to-medium depth, piloted
subsea systems and high-quality surface BOP control units for
demanding applications in extreme climates.
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VetcoGray KFDJ diverter system
The VetcoGray KFDJ diverter system is used on platforms and
jack-up rigs to protect against shallow gas kicks during drilling
operations. It includes a full range of insert packer sizes, all of which
use a “J” type running tool. In the event of a shallow gas kick, the
diverter is energized to seal around the drill pipe and divert the gas
safely overboard. It is available with a rotating insert which provides
low pressure packoff on the kelly or drill pipe during drilling. Support
housing allows installation of outlets up to 20” diameter to virtually
any configuration. Mudline suspension hangers and bit sizes up to
27.41” (for 37 ½” rotaries) or 36.41” (for 49 ½” rotaries) can be run
without removing the diverter assembly. Diverter, spacer spool and
overshot packer each fit through a 37 ½” rotary table. Minimum
bore through the standard support housing is 36 ½” ID for the
37 ½” rotary installation. Optional 37 ½” bore is available.
VetcoGray KFDS diverter
For 25 years, the integrated VetcoGray KFDS diverter technology
has provided field-proven protection from shallow gas blowouts.
All support housing, overboard lines and associated valving are
permanently installed on the rig structure, and the assembly is run
and retrieved through the rotary table with the marine riser. Variable
outlet sizes and orientations can accommodate virtually any rig
design. Valving is external, allowing for rig design variation and
valve/actuator preferences.
VetcoGray KFDJ model J diverter
Designed with all the field-proven features of our standard VetcoGray
KFDJ diverter, but with fewer hydraulic connections, this version has a
“J” lock between the diverter and the support housing. The simplified
design has three hydraulic functions: energizing/venting the diverter
packing, flowline seals and overshot packer. All support housing and
diverter assembly components feature heavy wall construction for
pressure containment and erosion protection during high-velocity,
multi-phase flow. Insert packers are available in a full range of sizes
and designs can be customized for specific applications.
Leading the way
with
simple designs
and
fully integrated
packages
Diverters
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VetcoGray MR-6E riser
With this dog-style riser connection, the dogs in the box are driven
into the profile in the pin for a fully preloaded connection. The design
improves resistance to high tensile loads and large bending moments
that are common with deepwater drilling operations. The VetcoGray
MR-6E is lightweight, simple to operate and fast to run, rated for
two million pounds (API 16R Class E) and offers low make-up torque
(950 ft-lbs). MR-6E couplings can be used interchangeably with
MR-6D couplings.
MR-6E box "0" ring primary seal
Actuating screw
"0" ring trash seal
MR-6E pin
VetcoGray MR-6H riser adapter
Building on the breakthrough VetcoGray MR-6H SE riser coupling and
our proven dog-style riser design, this new adapter is self-contained
and designed to be run without a spider. It greatly improves safety
by eliminating the need to suspended personnel, heavy tools and
bolts over the stack and moon pool during make-up. It avoids
traditional clearance restrictions and significantly reduces the time
to make/break the connection.
VetcoGray MR-6H SE riser
This new VetcoGray riser is an award-winning, fully-automated
and rated for 3.5 million pounds (API class H). Its innovative yet
simple design utilizes our field-proven H-4 and MR technologies, and
contains very few parts for optimized operation and maintenance.
The highly preloaded coupling with efficient load path enables
optional use of a metal seal for higher-pressure conditions. The
modularized hydraulic handling spider providesall mechanisms
required for make-up and break-out with minimal intervention
personnel – significantly improving make/break time and safety at
the same time. The spider design allows quick change-out of key
subassemblies during riser running operations.
MR-6H SE exploded view
MR-6H SE assembled
MR-6H SE profile
Marine Riser Systems
VetcoGray’s marine riser systems are the most widely used
and respected in the world. With pioneering designs, consistent
product support, and field proven designs, VetcoGray marine riser
systems help set the benchmark for reliability, deepwater
performance, ease of use, and safety. GE Oil & Gas is committed
to partnering with our customers to deliver new technologies,
breakthrough designs, and vital product support throughout the
life of your riser system.
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Spiders and Gimbals
The spider is used to support the riser string while the
connections are being made or broken while the riser string is
being run or retrieved. GE Oil & Gas makes a variety of styles,
each compatible with specific types of riser connections.
The Gimbal sits under the spider and acts as a shock absorber.
Elliptically shaped flanges
minimizes weight
Profile for hydraulic
running tool
Two-diameter pin and box
design ebables quick, accurate
stabbing in roughest seas
VetcoGray MR-6E hydraulic spider
This spider is designed specifically to support our MR-6E riser
system. Its hydraulic support dogs extend to support the lower
flange of the coupling while the riser connection is made or broken.
VetcoGray MR-6H SE spider
This spider supports the riser string on hydraulic sliding dogs. Six
hydraulic units move the cam ring up and down to make or break
the connection.
VetcoGray HMF spider
This spider is used when running or retrieving HMF joints through
the rotary table. Split gates, operated by hydrulic cylanders, support
the riser string when the gates are in the closed and locked position.
VetcoGray Gimbal
The gimbal sits under the spider to provide shock absorption
and assistance with the weight of the riser string. Our design also
compensates for up to 6 degrees of offset whilte running
or retrieving the riser string.
Marine Riser Systems
VetcoGray Telescopic joint
Our VetcoGray telescopic joint is available for MR-6E, MR-6H SE, and
HMF riser systems. It offers maximum rated tensile load capacity in
locked position and other features including hydraulic latch release
for inner and outer barrels, dual split/solid packer elements, fixed or
rotating integral tension rings, prepped for non-integral SDL, SDC
and KT tension rings, and fluid or roller bearing prep.
VetcoGray HMF™ riser
This is one of the most reliable and advanced marine riser systems
in today’s market. It has many years of proven success worldwide –
including drilling the current water depth well record of 10,011 feet in
the Gulf of Mexico. The HMF is ideal for deepwater applications with
high-load operating conditions. Its stepped diameter pin-and-box
design simplifies engagement, even with severe vessel movement. It
avoids loose parts to prevent bolt loss and potential thread damage,
and has locking bolts preloaded above the rated coupling loads
to extend fatigue life. The nose ring and choke/kill line stab subs
can replaced in-field, and its hydraulic running/test tool facilitates
quicker riser running times.
Class F, HMF
flange riser
view of Class F, HMF riser flange pin
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VetcoGray SDC tension ring
VetcoGray SDC rings utilize a ball-joint connection with direct-line
cylinder tensioners that are permanently attached for fast and safe
attachment to the telescopic joint. A hinged split-ring design opens
and closes around the telescopic joint. SDC rings are designed to be
opened and moved out of the way for storage while the tensioning
cylinders remain attached. An optional KT-style termination ring can
be utilized with the SDC tension ring.
VetcoGray SDC tension ring
with KT style termination ring
VetcoGray KT tension ring
Attaching to the telescopic joint on a floating rig, the VetcoGray
KT tension ring increases riser string stability while combining the
functionality of a tension ring and termination joint. It simplifies
running and retrieving the riser by eliminating makeup/breakout of
lines and hydraulic hoses in the moon pool area. All choke, kill and
auxiliary line terminations are permanently connected; orientation
pins engage slots in the telescopic joint line termination housing for
easy makeup; and riser tensioner lines are permanently attached
to the KT ring to maintain proper permit vessel rotation relative to
the riser string, and auxiliary line pins have differential seal areas
to ensure fail-safe engagement. Optional fluid bearings minimize
breakout torque.
VetcoGray SDL and SLS rings
With both these ring models, riser tensioner lines remain attached
and properly spaced at all times. Both rings use pad eyes for line
connection, have permanently connected hydraulic piping for
lockdown/storage dogs, and enable the telescopic joint to be run
and pulled through rotary table without disconnecting the tensioner.
When not in use, the the SDL/SLS rings lock and store to a mating
profile on the bottom of the diverter support housing for convenient,
orderly storage.
VetcoGray SDC tension ring – openVetcoGray SDC tension ring – closed
Tension rings
The tension ring attaches to the telescopic joint and forms a
termination point between the riser system and the tensioning
system on a floating rig. It is used to pull and support tension
to give the riser string more stability. GE Oil & Gas designs and
manufactures a variety of tension rings proven to perform in the
harsh environments of deepwater drilling.
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E H-4 connector E x F H-4 connector
ExF HAR H-4 connector
DW HD H-4 connector
VetcoGray Single flex joint
Our VetcoGray single flex joint is installed in the Lower Marine Riser
Package (LMRP) to allow angular deflection up to 10 degrees in the
lower portion of the riser string. The combination of elastomeric
bearing and seal unit give it flexibility and the capacity for internal
pressure containment of up to 3,000 psi. It provides up to 2 million lbs
of tensile load capacity, is rated for H2S service and oil-based drilling
mud. It does not require pressure balance or lubrication systems.
VetcoGray SHD H-4 hydraulic subsea connector
This Super Heavy Duty connector is the latest member of the H-4
family. Designed for use with our MS 700 and SMS 700 wellheads,
this connector has exceptional bending load capacities and fatigue
life characteristics. It is ideal for deepwater applications and critical
service where high bending loads are anticipated.
VetcoGray Intermediate flex joint
The intermediate flex joint is installed below the telescopic joint to
allow for angular deflection up to 20 degrees in the top portion of the
riser string. It has a tensile load capacity of 2.5 million lbs and an
internal pressure rating of 1,500 psi.
VetcoGray H-4 hydraulic subsea connector family
The VetcoGray H-4 family of subsea connectors has been in service
in every type of offshore environment since 1964. All our H-4s are
hydraulically operated with metal-to-metal sealing and Inconel inlay
for corrosion resistance and damage protection. They feature a
high-strength connection via the 355° circumferential dog-ring lock-
ing mechanism that uniformly distributes bending and tensile loads;
primary and secondary hydraulic circuits, generating 25% more re-
leasing force than locking force; and 45° dog profile to ensure passive
retraction of locking dog segments with overpull.
Connectors
GE Oil & Gas VetcoGray connectors are the trusted industry
standard for subsea wellhead and bop connections. More
than two-thirds of the global floating rig fleet use VetcoGray
connectors. Our light weight, smaller footprint, robust
connectors use our industry renowned metal gasket sealing
technology designed to withstand internal pressures to 15,000
psi and temperatures to 350º F making them the preferred
choice for extreme environment drilling applications.
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Elastomers
For decades, Hydril Pressure Control equipment has included
customized elastomer expendables and metal parts that have
set new standards for high performance in modern oilfields.
Independent parts producers and general line rubber
manufacturers cannot match the quality, durability and service
provided by out OEM specialty rubber products.
Products
• Air tubes
• Annular BOP packing units
• Boat snubbers
• Channel isolators
• Derrick pads
• Diverter packing units
• Installation & removal tools
• Kelly wipers
• Link bumpers
• Pipe protectors
• Pipe wipers
• Pulsation dampener parts
• Bladder kits
• Ram packers and rig
rubber seals
Hydril Pressure Control Bladder kit
Hydril Pressure Control
Air Union tubes
Hydril Pressure Control Drill pipe protector
installation and removal tools
Hydril Pressure Control
Variable Ram Packer
Hydril Pressure Control Annular BOP/Diverter packing units
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VetcoGray VX-2 gasket
The VetcoGray stainless steel VX-2 gasket is the
industry standard for drilling and production. It is
rated for 15,000 psi internal pressure, 250º F and is
manufactured from corrosion-resistant material.
The VetcoGray carbon steel VX-2 gasket is a lower-
cost/lower performance alternative. It is rated for
10,000 psi internal pressure, 250º F and is coated for
corrosion resistance.
VetcoGray VGX-2 gasket
The VetcoGray VGX-2 gasket is a higher-performance,
higher-cost alternative, rated for 15,000 psi internal
pressure, 350º F and is manufactred from high yield
strength stainless steel with a silver coating. The
higher yield strength material provides a large range
of elastic action, while the silver coating provides
resistance to galling. The gasket's coefficient of
thermal expansion approximates that of the wellhead
and the H-4 upper body.
VetcoGray VT-2 gasket
The VetcoGray VT-2 gasket seals on a secondary
independent seal surface and is used when the primary
VX sealing surface is damaged. It is rated for 15,000
psi internal pressure, 250º F and is manufactured
from corrosion-resistant material. Other API sizes and
optional configurations are available. Insert options
include Hycar, lead, and tin indium materals.
VX-2®
, VGX-2®
and VT-2®
gaskets
2 Seal
bands
2 Seal
bands
Radius
0.25"
VetcoGray VX-2 gasket
VetcoGray MS-700 wellhead with VX-2
gasket prior to makeup with H-4 connector
VetcoGray MS-700 wellhead and H-4 connector in test fixture
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Hydril
Pressure Control
Top Drive Kelly
Hydril
Pressure Control
Landing Sub
Hydril
Pressure Control
NACE Kelly
Hydril
Pressure Control
Checkguard
Hydril
Pressure Control
Standard Kelly
Hydril
Pressure Control
Retrieval Tool
Drill Stem Valves
Our original one-piece Hydril Pressure Control Kellyguard™ valve
services both conventional and top-drive applications. We have
also designed and developed NACE Trim Kellyguard valves for
normal and corrosive drilling environments. These valves are
high-quality, low-maintenance products with a long service life.
Drop In Valves
Our original Checkguard™ valve is an essential drilling tool that
prevents return flow during a kick. It can be used in most drilling
situations where return flow through the drill string is a risk and the
benefits of a full-bore sub are needed during normal operation.
It can be installed as needed, does not affect measurement-while-
drilling tools and permits retrieval of other through-string tools.
Pulsation Dampeners
Hydril Pressure Control and Flowguard™ pulsation dampeners
reduce the damaging effects of fluid-flow pulsations in suction,
discharge and flowing hydraulic system lines. They provide energy
storage in critical hydraulic systems, create a transfer barrier to
prevent mixture in multi-fluid systems, and compensate for leakage
and thermal expansion in many types of fluid-flow applications.
Hydril Pressure Control IP™
Especially suited for corrosive environments in industrial and
production operations, our IP dampeners offer capacities from 0.5
to 20 gallons and pressure ratings to 10,000 psi.
Hydril Pressure Control PASAFE™
Our maintenance-free Hydril Pressure Control PASAFE pulsation
dampeners are well-suited fr extreme operating temperatures and
pressures, as well as corrosive liquids.
Hydril Pressure Control K™
With 10, 20 and 80-gallon capacities and pressure ratings to 7.500
psi, our K dampeners are ideal for reliable operation of oilfield
reciprocating mud pumps.
Hydril Pressure Control Flowguard™
Flowguard dampeners offer the best quality available for chemical
injection and smaller-flow industrial applications. Standard product
offerings include models with elastomeric bladders, floating pistons,
Teflon®
diaphragms and bellows, as well as proprietary metal
bellows designs. Flowguard also designs custom units.
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Inspections can be performed almost anywhere,
even on a drillship in transit
RADAR – Riser Active Data Acquisition Recorder
RADAR provides an efficient, safe and cost-effective method of
monitoring and analyzing lifecycle wear of drilling and production
risers, choke and kill lines, and other metal pipes. The internal-
inspection vehicle acquires weld-quality and pipe-thickness data
in real time for immediate analysis, while simultaneously recording
video for further visual inspection. RADAR saves valuable time and
money while helping minimize risk by identifying marginal equipment
and enabling better maintenance and replacement plans. Inspections
are 60% faster than conventional methods and all equipment is
portable so inspections can be performed almost anywhere, including
pipe yards, remote dockside facilities and onboard offshore rigs.
A Power, water and air lines (attached at rear of tool housing)
B Drive wheels
C Head position and linear travel encoders (in tool housing)
D Rotating Head
E Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD) sensors (2 sets at 180º)
F Pulse-echo longitudinal wave transducers (4 at 90º)
G Video cameras (2 at 180º)
H Pulse-echo shear wave transducers (2 sets at 180º)
G
F
H C
A
B
E
D
As GE Oil & Gas, Drilling & Production technology has advanced,
so has our ability to serve our customers globally. For more
than a century, we have been redefining reliability in oil and gas
drilling and production, developing successive generations of
world-class products to control extreme pressures and endure
the harshest downhole conditions. When you purchase Hydril
Pressure Control or VetcoGray products, you are automatically
plugged into a global team and a knowledge-base decades in
the making.
Safety is paramount, and while we have built our reputation
on technologies that protect both natural resources and oil
field personnel, we continue to build long-term customer
relationships by providing levels of service and support as
dependable as our products. You can count on us for the quality
parts, repair, field service, training and technical support that
will improve performance, extend equipment life and maximize
uptime. Our services are available any time you need them,
anywhere in the world.
Service
and
Support
as
Dependable
as our
Products
Parts and equipment
Genuine OEM parts: when quality is critical
When you buy genuine parts for your Hydril Pressure Control and
VetcoGray equipment, you receive off-the-shelf parts manufactured
to the highest OEM standards. You also receive decades of innovation,
years of product knowledge and a working partnership with
engineering and sales personnel structured around your rig and your
people. You’ll see the difference in quality, performance and uptime.
Remanufactured equipment:
OEM performance at a reduced cost
For quality, reliability and economy, nothing compares with a fully
remanufactured Hydril Pressure Control blowout preventer. Backed
by our new product warranty – 12 full months – our remanufactured
BOPs meet our high performance standards for used equipment
and cost less than a new blowout preventer. They also meet your
needs for quick turnaround and fast delivery, since we maintain an
inventory of popular models and sizes in stock.
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Field service
Rely on our extensive service network
When you purchase Hydril Pressure Control and VetcoGray
equipment, you receive access to a global network of certified
personnel equipped with the OEM experience and resources
to solve your technical challenges. All GE Oil & Gas field service
engineers complete a rigorous training program. They are certified
to work wherever you need them, and they are available to you at
any hour of the day or night.
Overhaul and repair services
Technical solutions: just a call away
From major overhaul to minor repair, our customers rely on
GE Oil & Gas’ extensive service network to keep their equipment
working at peak performance levels. Whether in the field or in our
facilities, you’ll receive a level of expertise only available from
a team trained by GE Oil & Gas that is plugged into more than a
century of industry knowledge.
Training
Product knowledge from the people who designed your
equipment
GE Oil & Gas training classes are developed by faculty who balance
comprehensive product knowledge with an affinity for understanding
the needs of our customers – both long-time and first-time users.
Their experience, complemented by the support of our engineering
team, means precise, correct information is always available to you.
