
Tubular Running Tools & Services
Charlotte Zhang
John Li
Tubular Running Tools ranges from Slips, elevator, spider /elevators, to power tong, CRT, CDS to HPU and JAM.
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Offer both sales and rental.
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Frequently used consumables stock at local.
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Inspection, Repair, Test and Certification at local.
TRS (Tubular Running Services) tools cover equipment used to handle, lift, support, stab, make up, break out, fill, circulate, and run casing, tubing, and completion tubulars.
Below is a comprehensive equipment checklist. The actual package depends on tubular size, connection type, string weight, rig configuration, and whether operations are conventional or mechanized.
CategoryTools and equipment
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Power tongs and backups : Hydraulic casing power tongs; hydraulic tubing power tongs; completion tubing tongs; integral hydraulic backup tongs; standalone backup tongs; manual casing and tubing tongs; tong suspension assemblies; tong counterbalance systems; torque reaction arms and restraint assemblies.
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Torque monitoring and connection control Torque-turn monitoring systems; computerized connection makeup systems; torque load cells/transducers; turn counters/rotation sensors; hydraulic pressure sensors; connection acceptance software; data acquisition units; recording computers and report printers.
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Elevators and elevator links: Side-door casing elevators; slip-type casing elevators; tubing elevators; single-joint elevators; pickup elevators; hydraulic elevators; remotely operated elevators; elevator links/bails; link extensions; compatible lifting subs and adapters.
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Slips and spiders: Manual casing slips; manual tubing slips; casing spiders; tubing spiders; pneumatic spiders; hydraulic spiders; flush-mounted spiders; power slips; slip bowls; bowl adapters; rotary-table adapter plates; spider support bases.
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Casing running tools and systems: Internal-grip casing running tools (CRT); external-grip CRT; casing drive systems (CDS); top-drive adapters and crossover subs; gripping assemblies; size conversion kits; internal seal assemblies; compensators; compatible rotation, reciprocation, and circulation accessories.
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Fill-up and circulation tools: Casing fill-up tools; fill-and-circulate tools; circulating heads; circulating swages; circulating crossovers; casing pack off assemblies; fill-up hoses; pressure-rated circulation hoses; isolation valves; pressure gauges and compatible manifold.
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Stabbing and alignment tools: Casing stabbing guides; tubing stabbing guides; premium-connection stabbing guides; hydraulic stabbing arms; stabberless systems; pipe alignment devices; tong positioning systems; tong manipulators; stabbing boards/platforms where required.
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Tubular pickup, laydown, and transfer: Hydraulic power catwalks; casing and tubing pickup/laydown machines; pipe kickers; pipe indexers; transfer arms; tubular conveyors; V-door rollers; handling chutes; pipe racks; pipe stops and chocks.
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Mechanized rig-floor handling : Casing manipulators; tubing manipulators; tubular positioning arms; automated elevator/spider interlock systems; remote operating consoles; integrated handling controls; iron roughnecks where compatible with the specified tubular and connection.
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Premium and CRA tubular handling: Non-marking tong dies/inserts; non-marking backup inserts; suitable elevator and slip inserts; soft-contact handling pads; dedicated clean handling slings; connection protectors; premium-thread alignment tools; controlled thread-compound application equipment.
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Tubular preparation and inspection accessories: Casing and tubing drift mandrels; drift handling equipment; thread cleaning brushes; thread cleaning systems; thread inspection lights and mirrors; thread protectors; thread-protector removal tools; thread-compound brushes/applicators; measuring tapes; tubular tally systems.
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Hydraulic and pneumatic supply: Diesel hydraulic power units; electric hydraulic power units; pneumatic supply equipment; hydraulic control manifolds; hydraulic hose bundles; quick-connect couplings; filters; oil coolers; remote control panels; emergency-stop systems.
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Workshop makeup and testing equipment: Bucking units; bucking-unit backups; torque calibration equipment; load-cell calibration equipment; hydraulic test benches; pressure test pumps; compatible test plugs/caps; pressure recorders; tool function-test fixtures.
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Supporting equipment and spares: Certified lifting slings and shackles; lifting beams; tool baskets; transport skids; hose reels; spill trays; tong jaws and dies; slip segments and inserts; elevator bushings; pins and latch parts; seals and packers; hydraulic hoses and fittings; sensor and cable spares.
Specialized equipment may also be included, depending on the contract:
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Completion running : Completion-specific handling tools; control-line reels and spoolers; control-line guides; clamp installation tools; control-line protectors; specialized completion tongs.
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Large-diameter conductor running: Large-diameter elevators, slips, spiders, tongs, stabbing guides, and handling frames.
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Offshore and Deepwater work: Motion compensators; specialized handling frames; remotely operated handling equipment; riser running tools where included in scope.
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Cementing interface: Compatible cementing heads; rotating cementing adapters; circulation connections; casing rotation accessories.
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Pressure testing: Tubular connection pressure-test tools; test manifolds; pressure recording equipment.























