Seanic Ocean Systems has successfully field tested its electric torque tool. The client, a major oil company in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea, has reported highly accurate performance of the torque tool and innovative design features over the course of several jobs.
Seanic’s electric torque tool, operated with rotary power provided by an electric motor, eliminates the need for a hydraulic supply provided by an ROV, hydraulic power unit (HPU) or intelligent valve pack. Designed for both subsea and surface applications requiring up to 2,000ft lbs of torque, the tool features torque feedback, fully automated electro/hydraulic-actuated latches, and can perform under temperature and pressure fluctuations. The electric torque tool is comparable in size to a standard hydraulic torque tool.
During testing, the tool operated without restarting the hydraulic systems on the vehicles, and has also proven that it does not need a 480V HPU during onshore testing.
“With increased activity in Norway (Barents Sea), we recognize our new and existing customers are demanding environmentally-friendly solutions,” commented Envirent, Seanic’s Norwegian partner. “[We are] pleased with the opportunity to offer a new and innovative tool to the Norwegian market.”
Image:torque tool/Seanic Ocean Systems
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