Remote-controlled FLUID GRIP® System

Key Benefits and Features

• The Remote-controlled FLUID GRIP® System is a
patented and proprietary non-metallic and truly
non-marking gripping system for running CRA tubulars
• The gripping system provides full 360° contact around
the tube body and conforms to the individual tube
shape, thereby reducing stress, distortion, and galling
• Die penetration marks are completely eliminated
• No work hardening of material
• The entire system is controlled via patented remote
control technology for complete hands-off operation
• Built-in safeguards prevent pressurization of gripping
feature while the tong is in the open position
• Complementary Frank’s equipment includes the Collar
Load Support (CLS™) handling systems for a completely
non-marking tubular running and handling system
• Various configurations and methods for tong
manipulation to and from well center are available
including conventional hanging tong, track systems,
as well as Frank's TMA configurations

Use in the following applications: Deepwater and ultra-deepwater Shelf Land

Running expensive, corrosion-resistant alloy tubulars without causing damaging die marks has been a long-standing industry challenge. Conven-
tional gripping systems with metal dies can create damaging indentations, reduce wall thickness and create stress concentrations in localized areas
which accelerate corrosion. Pipe body failures frequently occur in these areas. To solve these problems, Frank’s developed the FLUID GRIP® system.
While others may offer low-marking systems, the Frank’s FLUID GRIP® system offers a truly non-marking and field-proven solution.

Specifications
Housing Size Torque Capability*

8 3/4 inches Up to 30,000 ft-lbs

12 inches 70,000 ft-lbs

*Factors affecting total torque capability include, but are not limited to:
pipe diameter being gripped, energizing pressure used during operation,
pipe condition, and condition of friction media applied to ID of gripper
bushing.

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