CASE STUDY: RADIO-CONTROLLED BOP CRANE SYSTEM

CUSTOMER LOCATION: ALBERTA, CANADA

SCENARIO: CUSTOMER NEEDED A BLOW OUT PREVENTER (BOP) CRANE SYSTEM FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW RIG. THE CUSTOMIZATION NEEDED TO INCLUDE:

1. Radio-controlled hydraulic panel that meets ATEX Explosion Proof rated Zone 1
2. Improved safety through better visibility and better spotting abilities
3. Ability to endure in harsh conditions

SOLUTION: 2 X BS36 HYDRAULIC HOISTS

• Created a radio-controlled hydraulic panel
• Met ATEX Explosion Proof rated Zone 1 qualifications on all components including the radio receivers, spool valves and junction box
• Counterbalance valve for dynamic control of the lowering speed
• Used Marine paint (150 microns)
• Added a spark resistant package (T1 option) to include bronze coated bottom hook assembly and solid bronze trolley wheels
• Control panel including receiver into stainless steel box for non-ATEX Zone
• Included a manufacturer test certificate and maintenance manual

STANDARD FEATURES OF THE 2 X BS36 HYDRAULIC HOISTS INCLUDE:

• All steel/cast iron construction
• Design factor 5:1
• Automatic fail safe disc brake - Hoist and trolley
• Geared hydraulic motors - Hoist and trolley
• Integrated overload protection
• Fully enclosed planetary gear box
• Top and bottom limit switches (hyd. kick down valves)
• Corrosion resistant load chain
• Bottom block with hook mounted on bearing with external lubrication point and water drain
• Articulated trolley allowing side pulling operations up to 20°
• Lifting lugs for ease of installation
• Trolley wheels designed for flat beam. Trolley guide rollers.
• Galvanized chain container