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LoadSafe Pipe Handling

Jun 26, 2013

Schramm Exclusive LoadSafe® trailer mounted automated pipe & casing handling system. LoadSafe® safely handles heavy drill pipe, drill collars and casing. The system features hands free operation, and is capable of handling diameters to 30 inches and lengths to 47 feet.  Hydraulic racks allow for loading to and from pipe trailers positioned on either side of the rig. LoadSafe® is designed to safely lift tubulars from horizontal position into alignment with the tilting top head of the drill rig.

• Designed for Telemast model rigs equipped with tilting top head
• Hands free operation
• 5,000 lb lift capacity
• Tubular range to 30 inch diameter
• Casing length to 47 inches
• Pipe rack adjustable from 47 inches  to 77 inches
• Add hydraulic rack sets to load from both sides

View LoadSafe Literature PDF
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The Schramm LoadSafe FAQ

“unconventional pipehandler for unconventional plays”

 

Why a loadSafe?

• Current industry wide shortages of experienced rig hands dictate ease of operation, reliable performance and safety
• Economics of CBM, tight shales, unconventional gas plays require lower cost, safer pipe handling.
• Over 25 field proven Schramm LoadSafe® pipe handlers in operation since 2006.

 

What are some of the key features of Schramm LoadSafe?

• Handles all tubulars – drill pipe, collars and casing
• All hydraulic operation – fluid power takes the hard work out of rough necking
• Fast set-up – all hydraulic leveling and erection in minutes
• No derrick man – LoadSafe® automated pipe handler eliminates this position
• No racking board – tubulars are stowed horizontally on hydraulic racks
• No tongs – gripping jaws on the LoadSafe® allows make/ break of tool joints
• Less over-head lifting – LoadSafe® hydraulically raises and presents pipe to the  tophead, eliminates lifting slings and tuggers – replaces the V-Door.

 

What is the capacity of the LoadSafe?

Range 3 tubulars up to 5000 lbs and 30 inch in diameter can be handled by the LoadSafe®.

 

What provides power to the LoadSafe?

Hydraulic power is provided by the Schramm drill thru hydraulic quick disconnect couplings.