SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTE OPERATION OF A CLOSED MOUTH POWER TONG TO MAKE UP AND BREAK OUT TUBING ON A WELL SERVICING RIG

摘要

A system and method for mounting a Closed-Mouth Power Tong on a Well ServicingRig in order is disclosed. The power tong can be operated remotely when makingup orbreaking out connections on oilfield tubing. The system utilizes an assemblythat can liftand lower the tong to the appropriate height as required to engage the threadson thetubing. The assembly is connected to the blowout preventer or wellhead with aquickconnect system that is adjustable for various angles so that the tong can beutilized invarious positions to run tubing into, or out from, the well center unhindered.