A new line of BOP handling systems (25-200 ton) in space-saving packages has been developed by Beebe Bros., Inc. of South Seattle, Wash. to save time and increase safety on offshore drilling rigs.
For semisubmersible or floating type rigs, the hydraulic cylinder overhead crane system (shown above) has lifting capacities up to 200 tons. Two systems are available for jackup or platform rigs — a high-capacity, air chain hoist and trolley system, and an air or hydraulic base-mounted winch and trolley system. Also available are skid systems for semisubmersible rigs and drillships.
Beebe Bros., Inc. of Seattle recently announced a major new improvement to the Beebe-65 Barge Winch, which is widely used throughout the industry, an electric brake that increases holding capacity from 60,000 to 70,000 pounds. The barge connector with the new, higher holding capacity brake continues to feature quick-release dogs with holding capacities up to 100,000 pounds. According to Beebe, the design of the electric brake not only increases braking torque and holding capacity, but reduces brake adjustment requirements and extends brake life.
Built for use with 1¼-inch-diameter and smaller lines, the unit is said to be fast and easy to operate electrically by remote control from the pilothouse, deck, or both. The Beebe-65 winch is also available with air or hydraulic motors.
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