by Javier Blanco | Oct 28, 2022 | BOP Rams
If you plan to visit or work on an oil-drilling field, you should be able to answer the question, “What are pipe rams?” A pipe ram is vital in drilling operations as it helps prevent potential blowouts. It has a sealing component that closes the annular space between...
by Javier Blanco | Oct 14, 2022 | Drilling
To work or invest in oilfield drilling, you must know how the most important oil rig tools operate. Oilfield drilling is complex and involves many pieces of equipment that helps in proper extraction. Some of these tools also ensure the safety of workers. What are the...
by Javier Blanco | Sep 23, 2022 | Aftermarket BOPs
Aftermarket BOPs are very effective in oil drilling operations, although they receive less attention than brand-new blowout preventers. The truth is that pre-owned BOPs work similarly to new ones. The devices have been tested to ensure they are safe and that they can...
by Javier Blanco | Sep 9, 2022 | BOP Rental
If you are trying to decide between buying or renting a blowout preventer, there are many reasons to rent a BOP. As essential safety equipment in drilling sites, BOPs can be very costly when buying new ones. The good news is that you can rent a BOP when you don’t have...
by Javier Blanco | Aug 26, 2022 | Blowout Preventers
When you visit a drilling site ad hear the term “BOP stack,” you may wonder, “What is a BOP stack?” First, BOP is an acronym for a “blowout preventer,” a piece of equipment that controls the pressure of a well during drilling. A BOP stack has several blowout...
