How Is A Rotary Drilling Rig Generally Disassembled And Transported

When a rotary drilling rig has completed an engineering task and is about to head to the next "battlefield", disassembling and transporting the machine becomes a crucial step. You might be curious about how such a huge machine is disassembled and transported? Here's the answer for you!

1. Develop a disassembly plan: Before disassembling the machine, professionals will, based on the transportation route, destination road conditions, and in combination with the equipment structure, formulate a detailed disassembly plan, determine the disassembly sequence and packaging method, and avoid missing key components.

2. Disassemble key components: First, disconnect the electrical connections, remove the drill pipe and drill bit, and then dismantle large components such as the power head and mast. Each step should be marked and recorded properly to facilitate subsequent assembly.

3. Packaging and protection: For precision parts such as hydraulic valves and sensors, they should be wrapped with special protective covers, and fragile components should be filled with cushioning materials. Large components are fixed with steel frames to prevent damage from shaking during transportation.

4. Select transportation means: Usually, large flatbed trailers are chosen. Depending on the size and weight of the equipment after disassembly, special transport vehicles may also be required. For the transportation of components that are too wide or too high, a passage permit must be applied for in advance.

5. Loading and fixation: When loading, the layout should be reasonable to ensure the balance of the vehicle's center of gravity. Firmly fix the components to the carriage with steel wire ropes and fasteners to prevent them from shifting during transportation.

6. Monitoring during transportation: During the transportation process, the driver should keep a close eye on the road conditions in real time to avoid sudden braking and jolting. Sometimes, monitoring equipment is also installed to check the fixed status of the equipment at any time and ensure safe arrival.

The disassembly and transportation of rotary drilling RIGS is a systematic and rigorous task. Every link from disassembly to transportation allows no room for the slightest carelessness. Only by strictly following the standardized procedures and doing a good job in protection and fixation can this "steel giant" be safely transferred and continue to exert its powerful performance on the new construction site.