Golden Rules for Basic Drill Pipe Care and Handling

Mishandling of drill pipe can cause major loss of rig time, replacement of strings and high connection repair bills with most damage being preventable through good planning and attention. Ensuring proper care and handling will decrease the likelihood of string damage from occurring.

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String Damage

Golden Rules for Basic Drill Pipe Care and Handling

  • Maximize the distance between the box shoulder and the lower jaw die per OEM guidelines (1 to 2 inches for most tool joints).
String Damage

Preventing and Troubleshooting Connection Damages

  • Ensure the thread compound is clean, debris & water free and applied correctly. Keep lid on compound container when not being used.
String Damage

Hardbanding, Internal Coating and Rust Grip® External Coating

  • Use Rust Grip® external coating to prevent O.D. corrosion in corrosive completion fluids. Rust Grip® can only be used on Workstrings’-owned tubular assets.

Contact Workstrings for more in-depth care and handling information.