Offshore Drilling Rigs
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National Oilwell provides Drilling Modules for all offshore
applications including drillships, semi-submersibles, caisson
structures, barges, jackups and fixed platforms.
Derricks and masts are available for applications with top drives
and guide rails to resist wind loads.
Our Dreco line of derricks and masts, as well as complete rigs can
be furnished to meet requirements of regulatory groups including
ABS, DNV, Lloyds and the Dutch Staatstoezicht. Material
traceability, data books, quality assurance programs, etc. are
available to meet the most stringent requirements.
National Oilwell engineers are familiar with special design
requirements imposed by automatic pipe and subsea B.O.P.
handling systems, motion compensating devices and riser
tensioning systems.
These engineers have developed a variety of rig mechanization
components and systems, such as complete rig skidding that
facilitates movement from a centrally located remote control
station. These components are integrated in the complete drilling
module to minimize weight while improving operator safety.
Packages utilize a modular design concept that allows assembly
using the platform cranes which substantially reduces the risk
and cost during installation. The modular concept can also be
designed to facilitate a one-piece single lift of the assembled
modules onto the platform in the event a heavy lift crane is
available.
Phillips Ekofisk Rig installation on platform.
Atwood Tender Assist Malaysia
Hibernia Management and Development Company Ltd.