When running a bare riser string, ie, without buoyancy modules, several problems can be encountered on the drill platform including:
• Storage difficulties because of the differences and irregularities in profile
• Impact damage while being passed through the rotary table
To minimise any risk of damage during operations Balmoral Offshore Engineering provides a range of riser impact protection systems.
Moulded in tough, abrasion resistant, polyurethane elastomer to the same geometry as drill riser buoyancy modules, and incorporating an integrated fastening system, this product is engineered to provide maximum impact and abrasion protection whilst at the same time being light and simple to handle.
The Balmoral riser impact protection system allows the bare joint to be stored in the same stack as buoyant riser joints while minimising the chance of operational damage during deployment and recovery.
