Drilling Solutions

Table of Contents

NOV M/D TOTCO Drilling Solutions

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Drilling Instrumentation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Electronic Drilling Recorder (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Pit Volume Totalizer (PVT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Wellsite Gas Watch Gas Detector Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
e-Totco Drift Tool Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Wellsite Gas Watch Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Drilling Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Standardized Consoles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Mud Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Drill Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Communication Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
RigTone Voice over IP Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
RigConnect Self-Aligning Satellite Dish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
WellData . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
WellData Real-Time Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Business Intelligence Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
DrillSuite Business Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
RigMS Asset Management Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
RigMS Maintenance Management Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
RigMS Riser Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Drilling Optimization Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
e-Wildcat Electronic Automated Drilling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Wildcat Automated Drilling System (ADS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Wellsite Performance Drilling Advisor (PDA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
DrillLink Automated Control Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Downhole Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
BlackStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
e-Totco Electronic Drift and Temperature Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Controlled Vertical Drift Indicators (CVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
RSS Systems Calibrated Downhole Data Logger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Russell Sub-Surface Systems (RSS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Directional Digital Measurement Unit (DMU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Analog Measurement Unit (AMUQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Analog Measurement Unit (AMUT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Excel Measurement Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Miniature Steering Tool (RST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Miniature Multishot Tool (MMT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Natural Gamma Ray Module (NGM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Downhole Pressure Sub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Coiled Tubing Drilling (CTD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Remote Display Unit (RDU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Wireline Interface Unit (IFU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Miniature Utility Steering Tool (MUST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Running Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Downhole Electrical Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Measurement Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Electronic Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Electronic Strain Gauge Load Pins and Load Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Load Pin T-Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Triple Bridge Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
1850 Position Transducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
3500 Compression Load Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

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Running Line Tensiometer 7655 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Dyna-Line Tensiometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Ultrasonic Mud Tank Level Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Electronic Pit Level Probe Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Electronic Flow Line Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Strain Gage Pressure Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Diaphragm Protector Hydraulic Pressure Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
1:1 Piston Separator Pressure Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
System 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Ratemaster II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SPM Pump Speed Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
RPM Rotarty Speed Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Electronic Rotary Torque (ERT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Hydraulic Indicator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Anchor Type Weight Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Deflection Type Weight Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
SUM-R-IZER Weight Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Single Pointer Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Single Pointer Indicators with 1:1 Piston Separators .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Compound Pointer Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Pressure Debooster Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
TRU-VUE Unitized Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Hydro-Mech Rotary Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Tong Line Pull Indicating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Tong Torque Indicating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Pressure Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Single Line Weight Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Crane Load Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Load Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
SB8-Series Crane Load/Radius System . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
SC8-Series Crane Load/Indicator System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Contacts and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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Overview

Communication
Services

Drilling Optimization

Business
Intelligence
Services Instrumentation
Services

Field
Service

From Rigsite to Home Office, NOV M/D Totcos service driven

solution is focused on advancing your Drilling Process and
Business. At M/D Totco, it is our goal
Downhole
- make you more productive Instrumentation
- help manage your risk
- make your life easier
In short, we listen. . . . . . and we deliver!

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Drilling Instrumentation Services
The crew can maintain the Electronic Drilling Recorder from a touch screen
interface while keeping an eye on other drilling operations
Drilling Instrumentation Services
NOV M/D Totcos Instrumentation business provides
drilling rig operators real-time measurement and
monitoring of critical parameters required to
improve rig safety and efficiency. Since 1928, NOV
M/D Totco has been regarded as a leader in the
petroleum drilling and exploration industry,
delivering oilfield proven drift and surface
instrumentation to its customers.
The solutions we offer for instrumentation services
help drive proactive risk management. The
instrumentation and software provided can help
your rig analyze trends to make an analysis of what
has worked and what needs improvement. The
different types of detection offered can also help to
keep all of the rig personnel working in a safe
environment.
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In 1999, NOV M/D Totco introduced its RigSense
Wellsite Information System, which combines
leading hardware and software technologies into an
integrated drilling rig package. Access to drilling
data is provided to offsite locations, enabling
company personnel to monitor drilling operations
from an office environment through a secure link.
Systems are both sold and rented throughout the
world and are comprised of hazardous area sensors
placed throughout the rig to measure critical drilling
parameters; all systems are networked back to a
central command station for review, recording, and
interpretation. This allows key rig personnel to
perform individual jobs more effectively.
Comprehensive Drilling Instrumentation Services
Include:
 RigSense Electronic Drilling Recorder
 RigSense Pit Volume Totalizer
 RigSense e-Wildcat
 RigSense Wellsite Gas Watch
 RigSense e-Totco
 RigSense Report Systems
 Wellsite Gas Watch System
 Drilling Recorder
 Standardized Consoles

Drilling Instrumentation Services
RigSense the highly advanced and reliable, yet
easy-to-use drilling process information system from
NOV M/D Totco; RigSense EDR incorporates NOV
M/D Totco's leading sensor technologies with the
latest in computer and data acquisition systems.
 Proven drilling algorithms for real-time onsite
data analysis and control
 State-of-the-art touchscreen displays
 Extensively more resilient and user friendly
 Enhanced precision and tighter control over
your drilling process
 Advanced wireless networking
 Remote access and integration into business
applications
 Streamlines your operations and lets you focus
more on managing your business of drilling
RigSense information systems reach far beyond
todays leading instrumentation, displays, and
drilling recorders with touchscreen, multifunction
displays. Much more than just a drillfloor monitor,
RigSense information system allows the driller to
configure screens to display drilling information that
best suits his needs. You can view data numerically
and/or in graphs. Alarm conditions can be set and
are indicated by readily identifiable yellow and red
backgrounds; alarm parameters are easily modified
for changing conditions and rig activity; and you
can proactively manage your drilling process before
problems occur.
Electronic Drilling Recorder
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Electronic Drilling Recorder (EDR)
With the touch of a finger, a RigSense system
becomes a doghouse recorder. Taking the place
of old-fashioned pen-and-paper recorders, it records
all rig activity for up to one year. Records are
searchable and can be viewed at a variety of
resolutions. The RigSense system operates as a
single interface, allowing rig personnel to access
historical information, make notations, and send
messages to communicate with other displays on
the rig.
Streamline drilling operations using the Pipe Tally
feature. It assists the driller by automating mundane
tasks such as calculating BHA lengths, drill pipe
length, drill string length, and kelly-down depth.
Pipe Tally
Pit Volume Totalizer (PVT)
With another touch of your finger, RigSense system
now becomes a PVT system, delivering vital
information on mud volume and flow conditions.
Monitor these parameters to deal with a potential
kick quickly and effectively. The company man and
toolpusher can instantly review the same
information on their displays so that decisions on
courses of action can be reached efficiently.
PVT Setup
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Wellsite Gas Watch Gas Detector Support
The latest wireless, infrared, dual hydrocarbon
sensing technology of Wellsite Gas Watch is
incorporated into RigSense. Triple curve time and
depth based logs for equivalent methane in air,
equivalent propane in air and total gas percentage by
volume are available. Geologists can also view,
annotate, and print logs based on time or depth.
Triple Curve Gas Log
e-Totco Drift Tool Interface
The e-Totco saves time and improves the efficiency
of drift survey measurements for vertically-drilled
wellbores. The data gathered with the e-Totco drift
recorder is digital, discrete, and accurate.
The integration of the e-Totco with RigSense
system provides inclination data storage capability
and removes the requirement to manually fill out
paper reports. Through RigSense electronic drilling
recorder, data from the survey ticket can be
uploaded into the form W-12 or other regulatory
reports. Approvals can then be facilitated using our
exclusive signature pad.
Set up the tool, take the survey and read the results from
one easy-to-use screen
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Productivity Around the Rig
Ease of use and adaptability are not limited to the
drill floor. The same functionality available to the
driller is available to the drilling engineer, rig
supervisor, and other key rig personnel. RigSense
workstations can be located virtually anywhere
around the rig to provide the same consistent,
high-quality information to the company man, tool
pusher, and mud engineer.
RigSense Report System
RigSense information technology streamlines rig
reporting operations. A single source of input for
each data point eliminates redundant keying of
information. Relevant drilling and business data is
auto-populated into IADC approved tour sheets and
cross-populated into morning reports and other
forms. NOV M/D Totco can even configure custom
reports tailored to meet your business needs.
Reports can be filled out with fewer mistakes and in
less time, allowing you to focus less on
administration and more on your drilling business.
Toolpusher, company man and mud engineer can all
access the same information as the driller on the rig floor
The RigSense Solution
It's the right choice to manage your process of
drilling and be most productive as you manage your
drilling business. To find out more about how
RigSense technology can improve your drilling
operations, contact your nearest NOV M/D Totco
representative.

Wellsite Gas Watch Services
With over two decades of gas detection experience,
NOV M/D Totcos Wellsite Gas Watch wireless
portable gas monitor takes reliability to the next
level. NOV M/D Totcos proprietary infrared
technology provides a real time analysis of Methane
(C1), Propane (C3), and Total Gas with reliable,
repeatable accuracy. The system allows for easy
hook- ups to any Electronic Drilling Recorder that
utilizes Wellsite Information Transfer Standard
protocols. Secure wireless communication from
sensor to work area removes personnel from
exposure to H2S or high Lower Explosive Limit
levels of combustible hydrocarbon gases.
We Value Your Safety
The Wireless Wellsite Gas Watch Dual Sensor Gas
Monitor is explosion proof and CSA/UL Class I,
Division 2, Group C and D certified for both Canada
and United States. The tough aluminum enclosure
ensures that the wireless gas monitor will withstand
the harsh environments of drilling rig operations.
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Drilling Instrumentation Services
Using Wellsite Gas Watch
The Wellsite Gas Watch stand alone system
requires minimal maintenance and is suited for both
manned and unmanned applications. Installation
and onsite training of the Wellsite Gas Watch
system is available for all locations.
The Wellsite Gas Watch software provides:
Independent Rate of Penetration Calculation
( optional )
Calculates Rate of Penetration independently
from the Electronic Drilling Recorder by using
Wellsite Information Transfer Standard protocols
transmitted bit positions.
Lag Adjust
Allows the user to graphically adjust incorrectly
calculated data on the depth log and
automatically recalculates the desired annular
velocity.
Auto Lag
Once set, monitors the pump rate and alters the
lag calculations based on percent pump rate
changes.
Auto email Logged Ascii Standard Files and PDF
Logs
When connected to a satellite network, a
Logged Ascii Standard file or PDF log for any
depth or time interval can be automatically sent
to any requested email address.
Printed Logs
Print time based or depth based logs using
1:240 or 1:600 scales.
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Drilling Instrumentation Services
The most widely used drilling
recorder ever
No other recorder can come close to this level of
acceptance, excelling in accuracy, durability,
reliability, and simplicity. In todays drilling world, an
accurate correlation of drilling conditions related to
time is essential to efficient operations. Our Drilling
Recorders give you duplicate 12-or 24- hour strip
charts that are available in English, metric, or SI
metric measurements.
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Recorders are available in 2-, 4-, 6- and 8-pen
configurations. All recorders include drill string
weight, penetration rate, and other parameters of
your choice:
Weight - This measurement is sensitive enough to
detect downhole problems such as tight hole or
cave-ins as they occur.
Penetration - This parameter is indicated on the
English chart by a short mark for each foot drilled
and a longer mark for each five feet. On metric
charts, indications are at 1/4 and full meters.
Rotary Speed - Indicates the revolutions per minute
of the rotary table, an important function for
optimum penetration.
Torque - Shows electric or hydraulic rotary torque
changes during drilling that inform the driller of
formation transitions, worn bit, and tight or out-of-
gauge holes.
Pump Rate - Permits accurate calculations of fluid
volume pumped into the circulating system based
on strokes per minute. Comparisons of pump rate,
fluid pressure, pit level, and flow could help predict
kick areas for offset wells.
Fluid Pressure - Provides an accurate record of
fluid system pressure. Changes in pressure indicate
potential washouts, kicks, plugged bits, or
numerous other downhole problems.
 Uses the same sensors as your primary drilling
instrumentation
 Rugged, simple design is easy to maintain
 Wall or floor mount configurations
 Includes chart box
 Service available around the world
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Drilling Instrumentation Services

Standardized Consoles
The M/D Totco line of standardized drillers consoles We take quality seriously. Regularly scheduled
includes single, double and triple bay inspections and comprehensive final testing ensure
arrangements. Instrumentation can be selected in a that your console will perform as specified. Be it a
variety of configurations using proven M/D Totco standard drillers console or a comprehensive
gauges to measure critical rigsite weight, force, interface, M/D Totco is uniquely positioned to pro-
pressure, and speed parameters. Advanced vide instrumentation and control solutions to the
MudWatch, Spectrum, and RigSense System drilling industry. Whether you are refurbishing an
displays are offered for those requiring expanded existing land rig or planning a new build deepwater
information monitoring and analysis. Choose from a drillship, we can outfit you with a system to fit your
broad selection of gauges, controls, and data exact needs.
acquisition devices to measure and control:
 Bit and hook weight, Rate of Penetration, and
depth
 Rotary Revolutions per Minute and torque
 Pump pressure and speed
 Mud gain/loss and flow
 Mud temperature and density
 Total hydrocarbon gas, as well as many other
important rig parameters

M/D Totco offers configure to order (CTO)

standard console designs using many off-the-shelf
components selected for the specific application's
requirements. Production and delivery lead times
are dramatically reduced. Some CTO consoles can
be delivered in as little as 2-3 weeks.

Typical 2-bay Drillers Console integrates standard analog instruments with

sophisticated digital displays

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Drilling Instrumentation Services
Spectrum
Large-scale liquid crystal displays present drilling
parameter data in both digital and analog formats.
This highly efficient, space saving alternative to
conventional analog hydraulic and electronic
display systems is certified EEX ia IIB T4 for
hazardous area use and can be configured to meet
numerous input parameter requirements.
Spectrum technology offers complete integration of all
important drilling parameters into a compact
drillers display panel
Flexibility is designed into the Spectrum display
system. Should changes in operating conditions
necessitate a change in the mix of monitored
parameters, a simple lens change and software
upgrade enable the display to accommodate
different sensor data received from the Data
Acquisition Unit. The driller has full control over all
alarm set points as well as channel scaling through
the numeric keypad. Displays can be specified with
backlighting should operating conditions require.
 Large LCD displays easily viewed in direct
sun light
 Optional backlighting available for nighttime
viewing
 Display certified EEX ia IIB T4 for hazardous
area use
 Compatible with all standard sensor inputs
 Audible and visual alarms
 Operator inputs from integral keypad
 Ideal for system retrofits
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Mud Watch
NOV M/D Totcos standard mud monitoring system
provides accurate, up-to-the-second information on
critical drilling fluid parameters during drilling,
tripping, and other mud-sensitive rig activities.
Our Mud Watch system supplies rig personnel with
important circulation system values and relative
alarm point settings in a rugged, compact display
unit designed for use on the rig floor. The systems
large-scale LCDs allow easy viewing of information
in all light conditions. Using the integral keypad,
alarm points, alarm acknowledgment, and display
operation parameters, such as active pits and
pumps, can be easily set or modified when drilling
conditions or rig operations change.
The Mud Watch monitoring system replaces
conventional MVC, MFC, TTC, and E-Mud systems.
It saves space, reduces rig-up expense and
eliminates the need for complicated, costly purging
equipment.
Standard backlighting offers superior visibility
in all conditions
The Mud Watch system monitors mud tank volume
and deviation, trip tank volume, return flow, mud
pump Strokes Per Minute, and total strokes from a
variety of sensor input types (including voltage,
current, and pulse).
The Mud Watch mud monitoring system signals are
processed by the Data Acquisition Unit, then
transmitted through a communication network to the
display. Information can be interfaced to PCs for
remote display, archiving, and printing.
Mud Watch supplies a user-definable channel and
the ability to activate audible alarms and drive chart
recorders.

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DrillWatch
NOV M/D Totcos Drill Watch system provides accu-
rate information on critical drilling and fluid parame-
ters during drilling, tripping, and other
sensitive rig activities. Utilizing large-scale,
easily-readable liquid crystal displays, the Drill
Watch system supplies rig personnel with
important drilling and circulation system values and
relative alarm point settings in a rugged, compact,
stainless steel display unit designed for use on the
rig floor. Backlighted LCDs allow easy viewing of
information in all light conditions. Using the integral
keypad, alarm points, alarm acknowledgment, and
display operation parameters such as active tanks,
lines strung, gain/loss, top drive/rotary table gear
select, trip mode, and ROP status can easily be set
or modified when drilling conditions or rig
operations change.
The DrillWatch system monitors hook load and bit
weight, standpipe pressure, revolutions per minute
and torque, depth of hole, total active mud volume,
gain/loss, individual and totalized Strokes Per
Minute from three pumps, and return flow from a
Drill Watch panels are easily integrated to Drillers console designs
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variety of sensor input types, including voltage, cur-
rent, and pulse. Signals are processed by a DAQ
data acquisition unit and transmitted on the
communication network to the display. If desired,
information can be interfaced to a personal
computer for remote display, archiving, and printing.
The compact size of the Drill Watch system display
panel makes it ideal for use as an entry level
product and can easily be integrated into a console
or panel containing other instrumentation or control
systems.
 Compact system displays all the primary drilling
parameters
 Simple operator interface
 Full audio and visual alarm points set by driller
 Large LCD displays with backlighting for all
viewing conditions
 Display certified EEx ia IIB T4 for hazardous
area use
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Communication and Information Services

Communication Services
NOV M/D Totco is a world class partner for
communication and information management
services appealing to drilling operations
professionals who are dissatisfied with the loss of
time and money associated with providers who
charge excessive access fees for mission critical
information in addition to having products that fail
under harsh conditions. Our communications and
information management offerings provide the
availability, reliability and accuracy you need along
with unparalleled service from a lifelong solutions
partner.

Our communications solutions offer

simplicity of use while delivering under the harshest
of conditions. Our information management
solutions allow you a real-time view of multiple rigs,
so you can make critical operations decisions
whenever and where ever you may be. Unlike other
providers with high priced access fees, NOV M/D
Totco has assembled a total product solution that
includes satellite communications equipment that
meets the challenges of the oil field, along with easy
to use information management applications; both
backed by a network of service personnel who are
ready to serve you when needed in short, a world
class solution that scales to meet the needs of your
drilling operations.

Comprehensive Communication and Information

Services Include:
 RigToneTM Voice over IP Services
 RigConnect Self-Aligning Satellite Dish
 WellData

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Communication and Information Services
RigToneTM Voice over IP Services
In remote areas, communication with rig operations
is essential. Where cell phone reception is poor at
best and land lines are not available, NOV M/D
Totcos Voice over IP (VoIP) solution enables high
quality telephone communication, even in the most
remote areas anywhere in North America.
Subscribers to NOV M/D Totcos WellData Service
can now add telephone service at the rigsite with
RigTone Voice over IP. Voice prioritization provides
cellular quality service even in the most remote
locations with no dropped calls. Using the existing
RigSense satellite link and internet protocol (IP),
voice calls are no longer dependent upon land lines
or cell towers.
With a simple service agreement, RigTone
technology is provided at the rigsite. An NOV M/D
Totco service technician will install an Ethernet
switch and an analog phone adapter, allowing the
customer to plug in and connect using any standard
telephone. Each phone adapter is assigned a new
phone number and each rigsite system can support
up to three telephones.
Options include:
 Caller ID, Call waiting, Call forwarding
 3-way conference calling
 4 digit dialing between rigs
 Customer Service 24/7
 Free long distance for the United States and
Canada from the rig
 Up to 3 voice lines supported
 Music for holding calls
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RigConnect Self-Aligning Satellite Dish
In todays drilling business, it is very common for
rigs to move on a weekly basis. You need to set up
fast, establish communication, and get online
immediately. NOV M/D Totcos RigConnect
Self-Aligning Satellite Dish Antenna System is a
self-deploying mobile satellite antenna designed for
use with NOV M/D Totcos WellData and Voice over
IP internet data and communication services any-
where in North America. The NOV M/D Totco
RigConnect System was specifically engineered for
a harsh environments and designed to operate in
temperatures as cold as -40C and winds up to 65
mph. Sensitive components and moving parts are
all sealed to NEMA-4 standard.
The RigConnect Self-Aligning Satellite Dish has
built-in tilt and GPS position sensors, allowing it to
automatically point at the satellite across the
coverage area, even when installed at an angle.
Closed loop motion control algorithms allow the
RigConnect System to automatically re-acquire the
satellite when misaligned by accidental contact or
severe weather. Automatic deploy and stow cycles
are complete in under four minutes.
RicConnect Self-Aligning Dish Systems are
assembled from modules that make field assembly
and repair easy for a single service technician.
The NOV M/D Totco RigConnect is controlled
through an intuitive front panel with LCD display or
via the web browsers interface.
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WellData Technology enables Business Systems See data as it appears at the rig and eliminate faxes
Intelligence and costly field trips.
Let NOV M/D Totco show you how to bridge the WellData comes standard with:
distance between your rigs and your office. When  Payroll and Morning Reports
you use our WellData services, RigSense reports
can be sent directly to the home office via email or  Activity Details Reports
they can be viewed through your web browser.  Bit Record Reports
WellData is password protected and acts as a  Deviation Surveys
secure portal for rig information.
 Mud Records
 Time Summary Reports
 ROP Gas Log

Locate information on any current or completed well with

WellDatas easy to use search engine
Downloadable Mud Reports and Payroll Reports
help you streamline your administrative processes

Use your web browser to access and download your rigs

reports....never wait on a fax again
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Communication and Information Services

WellData is located on the web at www.welldata.net WellData/RT (Real-Time) Option

and has a vast storage capacity allowing you to When you need immediate access to your rig's
archive designated RigSense Electronic Drilling process information, our WellData/RT feature
Recorder data and reports from your rigs and then provides you an up-to-the-second view of rig
view key information on screens you customize to operations. Customize the screens to monitor key
suit your needs. The data and reports are easily variables of the drilling process so that you may
accessible through our secure web site via any contribute to operations in the field in a timely
internet connection using standard web browsers. manner.
The application also allows you to share this data in
a concise and organized manner with other users.
Now you can monitor your drilling investment
remotely, covering all of your assets from a central
location.

The WellData Real Time option lets you view the same
RigSense data your driller is seeing on screens you
choose and configure

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Business Intelligence Services
Business Intelligence Services
NOV M/D Totco offers unique business integration
services to directly integrate information into
business applications to improve accuracy and
assist drilling contractors in managing their drilling
business. NOV M/D Totco has evolved from data
collection to become the leading drilling information
provider by combining state-of-the-art satellite
communications with its WellData website to
increase operational efficiencies between drilling
rigs and corporate offices.
Reports on drilling activities and processes are
provided from the rig site as a part of the DrillSuite
business solution to assist the drilling contractor in
managing their drilling business. DrillSuite allows
contractors to streamline administration by
eliminating manual entry of data and promotes
accurate payroll processing and invoicing.
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NOV M/D Totco asset and preventative maintenance
management services are provided using our
RigMS solution. Field tested RFID tags and readers
enable customers to access real time information on
asset location and status; and manage rig
maintenance programs; resulting in improved
operational efficiency and lower costs. Deepwater
customers have the added ability to manage subsea
assets using RigMS.
These tools will help to assure that your business
remains compliant with all regulations and help your
business take a focus on efficient drilling practices.
Comprehensive Business Service Package
Includes:
 DrillSuite
 RigMS Asset Management Services
 RigMS Maintenance Management Services
 RigMS Riser Management Services

DrillSuite Business Support Services
Streamline your operations and focus on managing
your business of drilling.
Do you devote time, resources, or personnel to
gathering, sorting, and extracting rig activity data on
a daily basis? Imagine if that data could be
consolidated, queried, and prearranged to highlight
meaningful relationships with a few mouse clicks.
Now, picture the administrative ease and job
satisfaction that follow when employees exchange
time spent entering meaningless data for time to
actually analyze that data to uncover trends and
pinpoint anomalies to save you money.
Let this vision become a reality with DrillSuite.
DrillSuite imports report data electronically from
every rig to automatically update a central database
in your office. Standard or custom reports are
generated and are instantly available to any office
user with security rights to the information.
Activity logs and time summaries assist in operation report-
ing and analysis
DrillSuite Standard provides basic operational and
business reporting tools to enable the timely and
accurate consolidation and delivery of information in
the office.
 At a glance, consolidated morning reports
allow drilling contractor management to view
summarized data for the day for the entire fleet
of rigs.
 Detailed sub-codes let you analyze operational
trends and benchmark activities and rigs. For
example, utilizing downtime sub-codes allows
you to focus preventative maintenance efforts
on the component generating the most
downtime.
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Business Intelligence Services
 DrillSuite Integrated Payroll module can be
layered on top of DrillSuite Standard, allowing
timely review and approval of payroll data and
automated export of the data into your
enterprise system. DrillSuite Integrated Payroll
gives you the ability to edit payroll data while
maintaining a clear audit trail. The automated
export of the approved payroll data to your
system greatly reduces mistakes that occur with
the traditional paper process.
DrillSuite Custom allows you to tailor each report to
your specification and provides for the analysis and
consolidation of virtually any operational or business
information utilizing the data acquisition capabilities
of RigSense Electonic Drilling Recorder.
Consolidated rig directions reports reduce confusion for
vendors, emergency services, or other third parties
searching for rig locations
 Custom Morning Reports allow you to focus
attention on only the information that is critical
to you.
 Other administrative reports such as drill
string damage reports and afternoon reports
can be event driven to prompt timely
completion of necessary paperwork.
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Business Intelligence Services
RigMS Asset Management Services
The NOV M/D Totco RigMS Asset Management
Services is the complete integrated solution that lets
you track and maintain control over all your assets
with minimal effort across the organization.
RigMS Application
Know instantly where every asset is, where it has
been, and who authorized all transfers by utilizing
the RigMS Asset Management Systems easy to use
tree-view. Associate pictures, warranty documents,
OEM specifications, bills of material, material
transfer requests, etc., to any asset or class of
assets at the touch of a button and retrieve data
from any location with internet access.
RFID Tags
Our tags give each asset a unique identifier. Radio
frequency tags have a read range from a few inches
to several feet. This encapsulation design allows
the tag to be placed directly on all metal surfaces
and endure abusive wear and tear, extreme
temperatures, shock, vibration, high pressure wash
downs, and all weather conditions, ensuring that the
tags will survive the rigors of the drilling industry.
Manage Expenditures
Using asset management, if a motor goes down,
you can now check in real time to see if you have
one somewhere else in the fleet that can be
reassigned and put to use. With the RigMS Asset
Management System you can manage assets
transferred to vendor locations or with an In
Transit status to ensure assets get where they are
going and are not forgotten or misplaced.
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RigMS Maintenance Management
Services
NOV M/D Totcos RigMS Preventative Maintenance
Management System combines the powerful
features of RigMS Asset Management System with a
robust maintenance program that will enable you to
reduce overall costs by reducing equipment
downtime and maximizing the useful life of an asset.
Streamline Equipment Maintenance
The RigMS Preventative Maintenance Management
application enables you to efficiently apply your
maintenance requirements to your fleet assets with
a system that catalogs specific asset procedures,
logs and reports operational data, and automatically
schedules and creates maintenance work orders.
The open architecture of the RigMS database allows
you to attach related documents, including
schematics, pictures, maintenance
manuals/schedules, warranty and certification
information, and even bills of materials to any asset
to create a complete asset profile and maintenance
history.
Maximize Asset Life
Maintenance procedures and requirements for every
asset are available to the people who need them,
either via the web or on the handheld computer. The
system tells personnel what to do, as well as when
and how to do it. All they have to do is scan a tag or
pull up a piece of equipment on the handheld
device.

RigMS Riser Management System
The NOV M/D Totco RigMS Riser Management
System is a complete solution for managing
deepwater riser assets. This module can be coupled
with the RigMS Asset Management and RigMS
Preventative Maintenance Management Systems to
enable comprehensive asset management for all
subsea and surface assets associated with
deepwater drilling rigs.
Manage Critical Performance Requirements
The RigMS Riser Management System was
designed with the help of subsea engineers to
provide real time information on the location and
status of each riser joint so high integrity riser runs
can be planned and executed for every well.
RFID Tags for Subsea Assets
The RigMS Riser Management System addresses
the unique challenges of tagging subsea assets.
Long term exposure to sea water and hydrostatic
pressure demands special RFID tags and mounting
designs. NOV M/D Totco has met these demands
for subsea use at working pressures over 5,000 psi.
While RFID is the optimal solution, RigMS does not
require RFID tags to operate. Other methods of
identifying assets are also supported.
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Produce Reports and Analysis
The RigMS Riser Management System produces
asset location and history reports, and a run report
immediately after each riser run. Combined with the
RigMS Analytics suite of powerful decision support
tools, all riser data is stored and incorporated into a
variety of analytical reports. NOV M/D Totco analysts
experienced in drilling operations and asset
management interpret data and produce
recommendations for customers to support
business decision making.
Manage Mooring Assets
The RigMS Mooring Management System is a
comprehensive solution which enables offshore
drilling contractors to manage their mooring assets.
The system employs several unique RFID tag
designs which can be installed on anchors, mooring
chains, wire sockets, as well as connector links.
Not only do these proprietary tag designs survive
the hydrostatic pressures encountered on the sea
floor, but they survive multiple deployments on
assets that are subjected to impacts and damage
that would prove too much for conventional RFID
tag designs. By employing this revolutionary
system, an operator knows which assets are on
each rig as well as assets available in any yards. In
addition, each asset has current, easily accessible
data on latest inspection results, next inspection
date, operational limits, and ongoing financial data.
RigMS Mooring Management System is the first of
its kind to enable an offshore contractor to manage
their mooring assets while taking advantage of the
ease and accuracy of RFID technology.
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Drilling Optimization Services

Drilling Optimization Services

NOV M/D Totco has a focused desire to increase
the level of performance and improving well plans Comprehensive Performance Drilling Services
by increasing the optimization tools we provide. Package Includes:
The drive to have our products feature real- time  Wildcat or e-Wildcat Automated Drilling
software has made this possible. The real time System
information provided also allows NOV M/D Totco to  Wellsite Performance Drilling Advisor
enhance the drilling process using advanced drilling  DrillLink
algorithms and electronic controls such as:

 Wildcat and e-Wildcat Automated Drilling

Systems for better execution of the well plan,
improved rates of penetration, reduced
program costs, and improved wellbore
quality
 Wellsite Performance Drilling Advisor can
help optimize Rate of Penetration with
real-time Mechanical Specific Energy
monitoring and a number of other drilling
enhancement and well planning tools to
optimize drilling and result in a more
productive well plan
 DrillLink allows automated downlink
commands to most downhole tools to reduce
non productive time and help drill a smoother
well to reduce torque and drag

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Drilling Optimization Services

e-Wildcat Electronic Automated Drilling

System
The patented, state-of-the-art technology found in the
Wildcat Automated Drilling System has now been
migrated to an electronic platform to work seamlessly
within NOV M/D Totcos RigSense Electronic
Drilling Recorder system. The e-Wildcat provides
constant force and feed to generate a higher quality
wellbore and optimize the rate of penetration. While
in auto-drill mode, the system provides smooth and
accurate operation and control of the brake handle
using precise variable frequency drive technology
and multiple drilling parameter monitoring.

The RigSense e-Wildcat feature brings the added

benefit of a time drill mode that allows the driller and
directional team to drill at a specific rate (e.g. feet or
inches per minute). Time drilling is primarily used to
mill an opening into the side of the casing and to
re-enter that hole after a cement plug has been
installed. In the milling operation, time drilling allows
the milling bit to work slowly at cutting away the
side-wall of the casing. Once the hole is cut, a
cement plug is installed to a depth just above the top
of the hole that has been milled-out. Time drilling is
used again to allow time for the cutting teeth of the
drill bit to negotiate the rapid change of direction
when entering the hole milled into the casing. Time
drilling is also used in side-tracking operations for
multi-lateral well bores.

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Drilling Optimization Services

The Wildcat Automated Drilling System (ADS)

innovative technology that delivers extra value

The patented, state-of-the-art technology found in

the Wildcat ADS makes it the right choice for
updating the surface control system of virtually any
drilling rig. Tested in numerous applications and in a
variety of geographic locales and economic
operating areas, Wildcat ADS consistently
outperformed all weight-only devices and manually
operated braking systems.

Wildcat ADS provides smooth, precise operation of

the rig brake handle with unprecedented accuracy
while monitoring multiple drilling parameters.
Properly configured, it can sustain potential
instantaneous drilling rates of up to 500 feet per
hour. (Rig braking system, air supply, and other
factors may determine the actual limits based on the
setup of the system.)
Service, Training and Maintenance to Assure
Reliable, High Quality Performance
Even the most innovative equipment requires proper
installation, training and maintenance to assure
successful operation and customer satisfaction.
With Wildcat ADS, you receive a complete support
package. Our trained professionals will install it for
you, instruct your drillers in its proper operation,
and make service calls as needed to make sure the
system is performing to your expectations.

Safety is a Priority
The design of the differential drawworks gear unit
makes it the safest brake actuator available. In
addition, an internal low pressure shutdown system
allows pressure to be adjusted to fit the application.

A History of Success
Our equipment has been proven on thousands of
wells in all types of applications, from shallow
straight hole drilling to some of the deepest and
most complex directional/horizontal wells in the
world.

The New Method

Wildcat ADS is designed with todays drilling
requirements and technology in mind. New
downhole technology requires precise weight
transfer to maximize and fully exploit the potential of
the operators investment. Proper use of pump
pressure controls (Delta P) has proven to be the
superior method of drilling with mud motors,
significantly enhancing performance and delivering
important cost savings, especially in directional and
horizontal wells. Our system performs these
functions with an efficiency older weight only and
manually operated systems cannot possibly match.

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Wellsite Performance Drilling Advisor
(PDA)
The Wellsite Performance Drilling Advisor is a solu-
tion driven service offering designed to increase
operating profits by reducing well drilling costs and
improved time to production for the wells drilled.
Wellsite PDA provides accurate, repeatable and
reliable real time Mechanical Specific Energy (MSE).
It provides this on a per second basis on any rig via
any drilling instrumentation system capable to be
monitored anywhere in the world. The utilization of
the Performance Drilling Advisor for real time MSE
monitoring and Rate of Penetration optimization will
maximize the operators return on investment.
The Wellsite PDA service network system diagram shows
remote access and configuration maintenance to the rig.
Using MSE
 Drillers use MSE to monitor drilling efficiency in
real time and adjust Revolutions per minute &
Weight on Bit to find the sweet spot and opti-
mize Rate of Penetration, which reduces drilling
costs.
 Drilling engineers use MSE to identify technical
limits for increasing Rate of Penetration and
improve drilling programs by tweaking the drill
string design and comparing offset well analy-
sis.
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Simplify operations and make better decisions
PDA utilizes real-time MSE surveillance to find the
founder point for the current system and in some
cases the cause of the founder. It quantifies the
relationship between input energy and Rate of
Penetration. Information can be generated on
time-based or footage-based scales and displayed
on any of the rig site monitors. Although the intent
is for MSE analysis to be conducted in real time, the
information can also be transmitted offsite, typically
in 15-second updates. Each user has the flexibility
to change the scaling on each track and the length
of the interval displayed.
Dedicated MSE drillscreen is used for minimizing MSE and
optimizing drilling efficiency
Partner with experience and insight
Drill Rate Performance (DRP) is difficult to assess
objectively. However, DRP is often constrained by
factors that the driller does not control, and in ways
that cannot be documented in a bit record. A
variety of processes have been developed for
optimizing DRP, some of which are supported by
computer analysis. With PDA offering real-time
advisory services, NOV M/D Totco provides an
experienced partner to help you optimize your DRP,
ensuring that your investment is performing to its
potential.
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Drilling Optimization Services

ROP is increased by 1) increasing WOB/RPM, if

below founder, or 2) extending founder, if above

Identify the technical drilling limits and increase your ROP. The graph shows the linear relationship
between ROP and WOB. By using real-time MSE you can identify the technical limits and extend the
founder point to optimize drilling.

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Drilling Optimization Services

DrillLinkTM Automated Control Services

NOV M/D Totcos DrillLink automated control
provides an easy-to-use interface for generating
command sequences for downlinking to
Measurement While Drilling rotary steerable and
other downhole tools. Automation of the downlink-
ing eliminates the need for the directional driller to
constantly monitor a stopwatch while giving verbal
instructions to the driller. Drop-down software
menus mean that the right instruction for each tool
is always loaded, further reducing human error.
Since the commands are now precise and repeat-
able, the tool manufacturers can modify their com-
munication systems to allow faster, more efficient

downlinking operations.
The driller selects ON or OFF and monitors downlinking
progress via the indicator lights.

Let the Driller focus on his business

The process of drilling wells is growing more
complex all the time. Many down-hole tool
Automate downlinking by varying
operations report human error as the number one pump speed using DrillLink
source for time delays and drilling inaccuracies. A
simple phone call to the drillfloor can lead to a
mis-run. With DrillLink, once the command is sent,
there is nothing left to do but monitor the status.

Efficiency is frequent to your success

Faster downlinking allows the directional driller to
make more course corrections, if necessary, without
regard to rig time. This can improve wellbore
quality with reduced dog-leg severity, resulting in
less drilling torque, less drag while tripping and
reduced drillstring wear.

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Downhole Instrumentation

Downhole Instrumentation

Complementing NOV M/D Totcos surface solutions

is a portfolio of Downhole Instrumentation products
for both straight-hole and directional markets. Key
advancements in this area include the introduction
of NOV M/D Totcos time saving e-Totco Electronic
Drift Recorder, which serves as an electronic
equivalent to the traditional mechanical drift tool that
helped to launch technical oil in 1928.

As a pioneer in down-hole electromagnetic (EM)

communications for Measurement While Drilling
tools, NOV M/D Totco serves independent direction-
al drillers with both sales and rental business mod-
els via its BlackStar EM MWD group. The EM advan-
tage is realized in drilling situations requiring
speedy downhole survey data and in situations
where aereated or contaminated mud systems
make traditional mud pulsed communications
problematic.

Comprehensive Downhole Instrumentation

Service Package Includes:

 Russell Sub-Surface solutions

 Miniature Steering Tool
 Advanced Miniature Multishot Tool
 Natural Gamma Ray Module
 Miniature Utility Steering Tool
 Directional Digital Measurement Unit
 Downhole Electrical Generator
 Downhole Pressure Sub
 Analog Measurement Unit
 Remote Display Unit
 Wireline Interface Unit
 CTD Weight-On-Bit Sensor
 Decelerator
 Data Logger
 BlackStar EM Measurement While Drilling

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Downhole Instrumentation

Measurement While Drilling (MWD)

National Oilwell Varco is a world leader in downhole
tools, services and technology. Our state-of-the-art
BlackStar Electromagnetic (EM) MWD system sets
the standard for downhole data acquisition.
Combining the latest in EM technology with the
most durable and efficient design on the market,
BlackStar provides you with a cost effective solution
for EM MWD applications.

BlackStar EM MWD Tools

MWD applications involve the sending of measure-
ments made by instruments located at the bottom of
the hole back to the surface to allow the crew to Every BlackStar kit is packed and transported in
understand such things as the location and durable, water proof cases.
orientation of the drill bit. Traditional MWD systems
transmit information to the surface by sending
pressure pulses through the drilling fluids or wire Features / Benefits
transmission. The BlackStar EM MWD offers many key
advantages over more traditional MWD systems.
EM systems send information to the surface through Some of these include:
the earths crust utilizing low frequency Key data points, including:
electromagnetic waves. Information is received at a Magnetic/Gravity tool faces
surface antenna, decoded then processed by a Near-Bit Inclination
computer and distributed to the drillers readout Azimuth
display without the encumbrance of mud or wire High side Gamma
transmission. Low side Gamma
Total Gamma (Directional and 360)
Annulus pressure
Vibration
Downhole revolutions per minute (RPM)
Variety of fluid conditions such as:
aerated mud
while pumping lost circulation material
Programmable to meet local field
conditions
Variable data transmission speeds
Separate steering and survey frames
Compact and battery powered
Electronic design eliminates
mechanical parts
Does not require pump pressure
Data output in standard Wellsite Informations
Transfer Standard format
Can be used with a variety of tubular
sizes

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EM systems are the preferred MWD strategy in

many applications, including:
Under-balanced drilling
Coal Bed Methane (CBM)
Under-pressured formations
Lost circulation
Vertical control drilling
Directional drilling
Horizontal drilling
Re-entry wells
Contaminated mud systems

Specifications
Length
30.75 ft. (9.373 meters)
Size
1.875 OD (0.5715 meters)
Pressure Rating
20,000 psi (137,895 kPa)
Power Lithium Battery
80 to 130 operating hours depending
upon borehole conditions and transmitter power
selection.
Up to 260 hours of operation for the
Dual Battery option
Operating Temperature
-20 C to +150 C
Downhole Data Storage
Up to 144 hours of Gamma, Annular Pressure,
Total Vibration, and Temperature stored at one
minute intervals
Downlinking
Pumps On/Off cycling sequence to change
tools mode of operation

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e-Totco Electronic Drift and

Temperature Recorder

The e-Totco electronic drift survey tool improves

accuracy and offers enhanced reliability and user
friendliness. NOV M/D Totco now offers a tool with
significant technological advantages that reduces
overall surveying time and costs in vertical
boreholes.

Compatible with all mechanical Controlled

Vertical Drifts (CVD)
The E-Totco tool is a drop-in replacement for all
vertical mechanical Controlled Vertical Drift (CVD)
instruments. The compact, robust electronic pack-
age is designed to be used with the rigs existing
running gear including the standard NOV M/D Totco
pressure barrel (Go-Devil), or in many other pres-
sure barrels owned by drilling contractors around E-Totco Easy Reader
the world. E-Totco Easy Reader data terminal operates on
rechargeable NiCad batteries and features an LCD
Survey on Demand status readout, a thermal printer, and three buttons
Push a button and the survey is taken. No more that control the sequence of a survey.
waiting for a preset clock to take survey. Eliminating
the timing guesswork associated with running
mechanical surveys means a more efficient, cost E-TotcoTM Easy Reader 2
INSERT E-Totco INTO THE
TOOL DOCKING PORT
3
REMOVE TOOL, ATTACH END CAP
INSERT E-Totco INTO GO-DEVIL BARREL

effective, and reliable way of optimizing (CVD) TO TAKE A SURVEY

1
measurements. REMOVE E-Totco TOOL
FROM STORAGE BLOCK

Better resolution than mechanical surveys G0-DEVIL BARREL

The E-Totco instrument has an electronic sensing 4

LOWER OR DROP TO REQUIRED
5
RETRIEVE THE GO-DEVIL
TO SET THE DATE, TIME & SURVEY INTERVAL

system that produces 0.05% repeatability of survey SURVEY DEPTH REMOVE TOOL & TOOL END CAP
REINSERT TOOL INTO THE
TOOL DOCKING PORT

records and 1% reading accuracy [0.1]. PRESS ALL THREE BUTTONS

PRESS GET BUTTON TO INCREMENT THE DIGIT OR

TO TAKE SURVEY READ TO DECREMENT

Greater Range - Up to 20 degrees PRESS RUN TO MOVE TO NEXT DIGIT TO DECREMENT

WHEN CURSOR IS UNDER THE CLOCK MODE,
PRESS GET TO SWITCH BETWEEN 24 HOUR AND
12 HOUR MODE

One E-Totco instrument provides all mechanical www.mdtotco.com Service Tel: Houston-(713)849-5175 W. Texas-(432)337-5311 WY-(307)362-2402
PRESS READ TO SWITCH BETWEEN AM AND PM.

OK-(405)350-7408 Max Op Temp 257F(125C)

CVD instrument ranges:

(1-1/2, 3, 7, 8, 14, 16, and 20). Easy to follow instructions
Printed on the inside of the Easy Reader case for
Records Downhole Temperature quick reference to new users.
The E-Totco records the wellbore temperature at the Survey Ticket
survey depth and can be extrapolated to T.D. A Survey ticket is printed for each survey and
 Operating Temperature: provides the operator with a detailed record of the
10 to 125 C (50 to 257F) survey run. Each ticket includes:
 Survival Temperature:  Tool S/N  Run time and date
-20 to 145C ( -4 to 293F)  Survey start time  Time of Survey
 Tool temp at survey  Inclination
Rental Plan Options  Inclination accuracy  Depth (Manually)
The NOV M/D Totco CVD mechanical drift recorder
is available as a backup on rental plans.
RigSense 2.2 Compatible
No more printing necessary; you can store and
access all survey records. The integration with
RigSense 2.2 removes the necessity to manually fill
out reports.

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Controlled Vertical Drift Indicators (CVD)

Setting the Standard
Commonly known as a TOTCO, the
double-recording drift indicator is the most
dependable and practical method of
mechanically determining the deviation from
vertical in a wellbore.

Non-vertical wellbores take a toll on the drill

string in terms of greatly increased stress and
friction. Bits do not cut as efficiently. More
power is needed to rotate and pull out of a
crooked hole. Fishing jobs become more
frequent. Redrilling and mechanical
hole-straightening devices become necessary.

NOV M/D Totcos Drift Indicators can help you

drill a vertical hole. They provide the driller
with extremely accurate information at
frequent intervals, so he can maintain a
controlled, vertical course.

So simple to operate, virtually any member of

the crew can operate the instrument, and he
can read the charts with ease. Everything is
mechanical so no liquid or electrical
equipment is required.

The heart of the Drift Indicator System is the Double
Recorder, which consists of two main parts: an
angle indicator and a timing device. Both are sealed
in a stainless steel case.
The recorder produces a permanent record of hole
inclination by perforating a small circular chart close
to the center of the chart if youre drilling true
vertical; or off-center in a concentric circle to show
you the degree of deviation. Then it repeats this
process a few seconds later. Two perforations with
the same deviation indicate an accurate record.
Very little equipment is needed to accomplish the
recording procedure: A Double Recorder;
the Go-Devil assembly that protects it against
shock, pressure, and fluid; and a selection of
various centralizing equipment. A variety of Go-Devil
assemblies are available depending upon the
desired method of running the tool, from
free-dropping, to sandlines, to core barrel adapters.
 Standard units operate in wellbores up to 200F
(93C)
 Hot Well units operate in wellbores up to 500F
(260C)

Instruments and charts are available in 0-7, 8, 14,

16, 21, 24, and 90 values.

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Russel Sub-surface Systems Calibrated Important features include:

 Ability to monitor drill string vibration activity and
Downhole Data Logger
temperature over time for equipment tracking
The NOV M/D Totco RSS Calibrated Data Logger
and component failure analysis
represents a new sensor development to record
 User selectable sample intervals, from 4
downhole drill string vibration events as determined
seconds to 66 minutes
by a user pre-set minimum threshold. The battery
 Calibrated accelerometer output in G rms for
powered Data Logger is housed in a 92.8 x 19.05
both axial and lateral measurements
mm diameter cylindrical cartridge. The unit can be
 Vibration threshold (G rms) and sampling
configured and downloaded in the field by removing
interval are selectable by user in the field or
a hex cap access plug and connecting it to a laptop
maintenance shop
computer using the mini USB interface.
 Easy to use surface interface kit and software
Downloaded memory files can be processed for
for data evaluation
graphic display and integrated with other data sets
 Nickel alloy construction cartridge
via Excel. Both axial and lateral accelerations are
 Can be customized further for specific
measured with output calibrated in Gs, and
monitoring applications
together with Temperature and Time can be
 Replaceable battery
graphically displayed upon downloading.
 Characterized to 140 Celsius (284 F)
 Battery saving facility with user defined
thresholds for on/off activation

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Russell Sub-Surface Systems (RSS)

NOV M/D Totcos RSS group designs and
manufactures steering tools, survey tools (single
and multi-shot) and downhole sensors which
provide accurate and reliable information on
inclination, azimuth, pressure, temperature and
weight on bit, as well as recently directional sensors
for Measurement While Drilling (MWD), Wireline,
and Rotary Steerable applications. Such information
is critical in directional drilling. NOV M/D Totco also
provides product training, calibration of customer
equipment, software development, engineering,
testing and product qualification services for its
customers.

Our range of products and services include:

Directional sensor packages for

Measurement-While-Drilling (MWD) tools,
offering a choice of inclination sensors
Mechanical Engineering design using the latest
CAD systems, in a variety of file formats
Electronic Engineering circuit design using the
latest modeling techniques
Prototype Engineering to aircraft industry
standards
Software Engineering including both Windows
applications and microcontroller embedded
code
Systems and environmental testing to customer
specifications
Customer product development
Product training either at the customer premises
or at NOV M/D Totco facilities
NOV M/D Totco can offer a partnership and a
unique range of services to the industry, especially
for high technology environments; electronics
packaged to withstand conditions of extreme
temperatures, high shock and vibration for
specialized markets.
In addition, the RSS group, as part of NOV M/D
Totco, provides a unique range of consultancy
services to both the oilfield, mining and utility
markets. These include:
Rugged high temperature, small diameter
electronic instrumentation designed for use in
borehole measurement applications.
Advanced sensor technology design and
production, including accelerometers,
magnetometers, radiation detectors, pressure
load and torque sensors.
Systems analysis and design services for
applications including Measurement-While-
Drilling, Short Radius Drilling, Coiled Tubing
Drilling, as well as for mining and utility market
applications.
Manufacturing support for borehole survey and
drilling equipment
Repair, maintenance and calibration services for
survey and guidance instrumentation.

NOV M/D Totcos RSS group employs highly trained

technicians and engineers with experience in oilfield
technology instrumentation and aircraft industry
environments. It is a dedicated team with individuals
totally responsible for their own workmanship and
quality on a daily basis.

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Directional Digital Measurement Unit Benefits

(DMU)  Modular design offers ultimate flexibility
The Directional Digital Measurement Unit (DMU) has  Minimum length of 18 inches and instrument
been designed to provide low-cost, high-accuracy O.D. of 1.04 inches suits slimhole and short
radius work
survey measurements under extremes of shock and  Ability to make customer specific to
vibration. re-pack-age and fit any standard mounting
arrangement
The module incorporates highly reliable sensor  High reliability and reduced operating costs
technology which has been custom-designed for  Small size for slimhole and short radius
borehole applications and provides a small diameter applications
(1.04") MWD measurement package for OEM  High temperature capability (no need for
applications. The DMU is designed to nominally thermal flasks in most applications)
provide measurement accuracies of 0.1 Inclination  Superior accuracy due to sensor performance
and the minimalization of thermal errors using a
and 1.0 Azimuth and is typically used in borehole digital sensor module
measurement instruments for directional drilling and  Standard serial peripheral interface provides
surveying applications within the oil and gas multi-sensor option that can be used for
industry. verification and/or sensor redundancy purposes
The DMU is a multi purpose directional module
enabling a flexible approach to custom applications. Ratings and Specifications
Incorporating a triaxial accelerometer set and three Performance Summary
fluxgate magnetometers to provide an all-angle Inclination Accuracy (Inc >10, Dip <70) 0.1
measurement capability. The unit includes integral A
to D conversion and processing electronics Azimuth (Inc >10, Dip <70) 1.0
supplying calibrated data streams for each sensor, ToolFace-Gravity (Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0
removing the need for separate calibration in users ToolFace-Magnetic (Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0
target systems. The SPI bus enables a 'Plug and
Play' capability for communications to a suite of Operating Features
add-on RSS sensor modules or to customer Instrument OD 1.04 (26.4 mm)
systems. Operating Modes User Defined
Digital Interface Serial RS232 compatible
Data Storage Calibration data only
Parameters Sampled Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By, Bz Temp
Raw or calibrated sensor
Data Outputs
output
Electrical
Voltage Supply +6 to +40 V
Max Power Consumption 1.5 watts (2mW standby)
2x Power, 4x Serial,
Through Conductors
2x Spare
5 A/D, event counter/control
Uncommitted Inputs
line
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0C to +150C
Shock 1000g, Sine 3mS
Random Vibration 20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz
Survival Temperature -30C to +165C
Thermal Shock 3C per minute

*Options
The DMU can be offered with a choice of
accelerometer sets:
Quartz hinge for high accuracy, industry standard
MWD sensors
Trax for robust Toolface output in high vibration
applications (underbalanced, coil tubing and hard
rock drilling)
Silicon for low temperature steering and multishot
survey duty

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Analog Measurement Unit (AMUQ) Analog Measurement Unit (AMUT)

The RSS Analog Measurement Unit (AMUQ) has
been designed to provide high accuracy directional
measurements under extremes of temperature,
shock, and vibration. The module combines a
tri-axial Q-flex and fluxgate set, which are custom
designed to provide a small diameter, high accuracy
flexible measurement package for OEM
applications.
The unit is designed to provide measurement span
accuracies of 0.1 Inclination and 0.75 Azimuth over
the full temperature range and is typically used in
borehole measurement instruments for directional
drilling and surveying applications within the oil and
gas industry. The directional measurement unit
consists of three quartz flex accelerometers and
three magnetometers to provide tri-axial all angle
measurement capability. The AMUQ is supplied with
an analog output and provides raw (uncalibrated)
sensor output voltages proportional to the strength
of either the gravitational or magnetic field
experienced by the respective receptor. A separate
calibration data set is then provided to customers
for incorporation in their target system.
The RSS Analog Measurement Unit has been
designed to provide low cost, high accuracy
directional measurements under extremes of tem-
perature, shock and vibration. The module
combines the RSS TRAX tri-axial accelerometer flux-
gate set which is custom designed to provide a
small diameter, high accuracy, flexible measurement
package for OEM applications. It is designed to
nominally provide measurement accuracies of 0.1
Inclination and 1.0 Azimuth, and is typically used
in borehole measurement instruments for directional
drilling and surveying applications within the utility
and oil and gas industries.
The directional measurement units consists of a
three axis RSS accelerometer (TRAX) and three
magnetometers to provide tri-axial all angle
measurement capability. The AMUT provides
uncalibrated sensor output voltages proportional to
the strength of either the gravitational or magnetic
fields experienced by the respective sensor. A
separate calibration data set is then provided to
customers for incorporation into their target system.

Ratings and Specifications

Accuracy
Inclination Accuracy
Azimuth
ToolFace-Gravity
ToolFace-Magnetic
Electrical
Voltage Supply
Current
Accelerometer Output (x3)
Magnetometer Output (x3)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
Survival Temperature
Shock
Random Vibration
Dimensions (3 Variants)
Diameter x Length
(Inc >10, Dip <70) 0.1
(Inc >10, Dip <70) .75
(Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0
Ratings and Specifications
(Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0 Accuracy
Inclination Accuracy (Inc >10, Dip <70) 0.1
+15 VDC nominal Azimuth (Inc >10, Dip <70) 1.0
80 mA ToolFace-Gravity (Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0
3.0 V FS (nominal) ToolFace-Magnetic (Inc 5, Dip <70) 1.0
3.0 V FS (nominal) Electrical
Voltage Supply +15 VDC nominal
-20C to +150C Current 100 mA
-40C to 165C Accelerometer Output (x3) 1.0 V FS (nominal)
1000 g Sine 3 mS Magnetometer Output (x3) 1.0 V FS (nominal)
20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz Environmental
Operating Temperature 0C to +150C
25.4mm x 394mm Shock 1000g, Sine 3mS
36.1mm x 559mm Random Vibration 20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz
38.1mm x 559mm Survival Temperature -40C to +165C

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NOV M/D Totcos Excel Measurement Unit repre-
sents the next generation of subsurface directional
oilfield measurement-while-drilling (MWD) surveying
sensors, offering a cost effective modular alternative
to the industry standard. The tool can be
configured with a choice of either a TRAX (TT150)
or Quartz hinge (TQ150) accelerometer package to
fit both 1.5 or 1.875 pressure housings and comes
with a separate interface box to allow tool set up
and surface testing communications via laptop
computer. The tool is made up of a controller and
directional sensor, using standard multi-pin
connectors to enable the sensor package to fit
customer specific snubber and sensor end assem-
blies and has the ability to be pre-configured with
selectable data strings in conjunction with existing
surface equipment. Suitable PC interfacing and QA
data configuration checking facilitate this capability.
The Excel Measurement Unit has been specifically
engineered to be a direct replacement for other
manufacturers directional modules within their own
MWD system. A choice of either a TRAX (TT150)
or a ruggedized Quartz hinge (TQ150) tri-axial
accelerometer/fluxgate package is available -
depending on particular applications and both with
the capability of scheduling gamma data as part of
the mud pulse telemetry data stream.
APPLICATIONS AND BENEFITS
 Low cost
 Choice of accelerometer packages dependent
on applications TRAX or Quartz hinge
 Easy to integrate and use with existing mud
pulse system assets both downhole and
surface; connectors can be modified for
customer specific needs
 Built in system level QA checking features and
trouble shooting
 Tool Set Up and testing communications via
interface box and laptop
 Sensor package only or with pressure housing /
bulkheads options
 Gamma Ray facility allows for the processing of
natural gamma data
Excel Measurement Unit consists of:
 A choice of either TRAX or ruggedized Quartz
hinge accelerometer and fluxgate set
 Interface hardware and software for mud pulse
telemetry encoding
 Interfacing for standard battery packs
 10 cable through conductors

TT150 Specifications TQ150 Specifications

Performance Summary Performance Summary
Inclination Accuracy (Inc >10, Dip <70) 0.1 Inclination Accuracy (Inc > 10, Dip < 70) 0.1
Azimuth (Inc >20, Dip <70) 1.0 Azimuth (Inc > 10, Dip < 70) .75
ToolFace-Gravity (Inc >10, Dip <70) 1.0 ToolFace-Gravity (Inc 5, Dip < 70) 1.0
ToolFace-Magnetic (Inc <10, Dip <70) 1.0 ToolFace-Magnetic (Inc 5, Dip < 70) 1.0
Operating Features Operating Features
Instrument OD 1.04 (26.4 mm) Instrument OD 1.4 (35.56 mm)
Operating Modes User Defined Operating Modes User Defined
Digital Interface Serial RS232 compatible Digital Interface Serial RS232 compatible
Data Storage Calibration data only Data Storage Calibration data only
Parameters Sampled Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By, Bz Temp Parameters Sampled Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By, Bz Temp
Data Outputs Raw or calibrated sensor output Data Outputs Raw or calibrated sensor output
Electrical Electrical
Voltage Supply +6 to +40 V Voltage Supply +18 to +40 V
Max Power 1.5 watts (2mW standby) Max Power <3 watts peak (0.5 W standby)
3 power, 1 serial link,1 ground, 3 power, 1 serial link, 1 ground,
Through Conductors 1 pulser control, 1 mud flow, 1 Through Conductors 1 pulser control, 1 mud flow, 1
gamma pulse, 2 uncommitted gamma pulse, 2 uncommitted
Environmental Environmental
Operating Temperature 0C to +150C Operating Temperature -40C to +150C
Shock 1000g, Sine 3mS Shock 1000g, Sine .5ms
Vibration 20g rms, 15 to 500 Hz Vibration 20g rms, 15 to 500 Hz
Survival Temperature -40C to +165C Survival Temperature -55C to +165C
Thermal Shock 3C per minute Thermal Shock 3C per minute

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Miniature Steering Tool (RST)

The NOV M/D Totco RSS Miniature Steering Tool Ratings and Specifications
can be run on standard electrical wireline. It is Performance Summary
made up of a Directional Digital Measurement Unit
(DMU) with a Steering Module acting as a modem (Inc>10, Dip<70)
Inclination Accuracy
link by wireline to surface. Overall tool length is 24 0.1
inches, with a data transmission rate of 1200 baud. (Inc>10, Dip<70)
The RST system offers many advantages for Azimuth
1.0
real-time borehole measurements for a variety of
drilling applications including under balanced, short (Inc 5, Dip<70)
ToolFace--Gravity
radius and slimhole drilling. The Steering Tool 1.0
system is made up of the following: (Inc 5, Dip<70)
 Downhole Steering Tool probe (with optional ToolFace--Magnetic
1.0
additional sensors)
 Surface Wireline Power Supply and Computer Operating Features
 Rig Floor Display Unit Instrument OD 1.04 (26.4 mm)
Operating Modes User Defined
Downhole Steering Tool Probe
The Directional Sensor comprises an RSS fluxgate Serial SRS232 com-
Digital Interface
set and a choice of triaxial qflex or TRAX patible
accelerometers. These sensors enable the Azimuth Data Storage Calibration data only
and Inclination of the borehole to be accurately
measured. The signals from these sensors are sent Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By,
Parameters Sampled
via the Steering Module by way of an insulated Bz, Temp
wireline cable to the surface computer. The Raw or calibrated
Steering Tool is fitted into a single pressure housing Data Outputs
sensor output
of either 13/8" or 1" OD.
Electrical
Surface System Voltage Supply +6 to +40 V
A compact surface wireline power supply and 1.5 watts (2mW
interface provides power to the RST tool, and Max Power Consumption
standby)
connects to the serial port on any IBM compatible
PC. The PC receives continuous real time data Through Conductors
2x Power, 4x Serial,
updates from the downhole instrument via the 2x Spare
surface interface unit (IFU) and calculates angular
5 A/D, event count-
data of the borehole. The surface software then Uncommited Inputs
provides service functions and transmits data to the er/control line
rig floor display unit. A hard copy of the data is also Environmental
available. Operating Temperature 0C to + 150C
Applications and Benefits: Shock 1000 g, Sine 3mS
 Low cost Vibration 20 grms, 5 to 500 Hz
 High reliability and reduced operating costs
through the use of RSS sensor technology Survival Temperature -30C to + 165C
 Survey data while drilling, eliminating the need
to stop circulation Thermal Shock 3C per minute
 Small size eliminates the need for instrument Total Depth (Wireline)
articulation 20,000 feet
capability
 High temperature option
 Superior accuracy due to sensor performance
and calibration
 Easy use of PC Windows-based steering and
well guidance software
 Built in QA checking features and system
trouble shooting
 Versatility of use in oilfield, mining and utility
applications
 Fully-configurable to customer requirements
 Magnetic interference correction software
available. Programmable Inclination crossover
from Magnetic to Gravity Tool Face

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Miniature Multishot Tool (MMT) Ratings and Specifications

The Advanced Miniature Multishot Tool (MMT) Performance Summary
represents the current generation of open hole / drill (Inc >10, Dip <70)
pipe survey instruments with an OD of 1.04 inches. Inclination Accuracy
0.1
The MMT provides definitive survey information, (Inc >10, Dip <70)
corrected for magnetic interference, and can be run Azimuth
1.0
at any time during the drilling process or prior to
making a bit trip, in time to make any directional ToolFace--Gravity (Inc 5,Dip <70) 1.0
course corrections.
ToolFace-Magnetic (Inc 5,Dip<70) 1.0
Applications and Benefits Environmental
The MMT provides a sophisticated multishot service
package offering a number of advantages including: Operating Temperature 0C to +150C
 Low cost alternative to conventional tools Shock 1000g, Sine, 3mS
 High reliability through the use of industry
Random Vibration 20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz
standard triaxial accelerometers
 Small size for slim hole and short radius Lower temperature operating ranges upon request
applications Operating Features
 High temperature capability of up to 5 1/2 hours Instrument OD 1.04 (26.4 mm)
at 315C in heat shield (eliminating the need for Instrument Length 42.9 max (1089mm)
high cost thermal flasks in most applications)
Pressure housing
 Superior accuracy due to sensor performance 13/8 or 1 OD
Options
and the minimization of thermal errors due to
Pressure Rating (13/8) 15,000 psi
the use of a digital sensor module
 Standard interface providing multi-sensor Data Storage Calibrated sensor data
options. This can be used for verification and/or Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By, Bz,
sensor redundancy purposes Parameters Temperature and Battery
 Reduced operating costs due to lower power Voltage
consumption and R&M cycles Shot Capacity 3700 to 5000
 High capacity data storage (5000 shots) 12 x AAA Alkaline
Power Source
providing increased data resolution and extend- or 4 x AA Lithium
ed downhole time 60 hrs (Alkaline)
 Both multishot and single shot running options Battery Life
90 hrs (Lithium)
 32-bit surface processing software with Max Hold Off Time 200 hours
magnetic interference routines
 Custom designed mechanical / hydraulic
decelerator available for Go Devil work
 Double battery stack allows for 60 hours
(Alkaline) / 90 hours (Lithium) operation (based
on one survey shot per minute)

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Natural Gamma Ray Module (NGM)

The RSS Natural Gamma Ray Module (NGM) has
Ratings and Specifications
been developed to complement its highly
successful range of slim hole directional Interface
measurement instruments. The probe has the same Voltage Input Range +20 to +30 V DC
OD as the directional probe (DMU), and can be
placed either above or below the DMU within a Max Power
1 watt max
standard non-magnetic collar. Consumption
0 / 5 V Pulse
Digital Interface
The addition of an NGM probe provides directional Output
drillers with readily available formation correlation
and target identification information for tighter Output Format API unit
control, allowing earlier corrections to be made.
Instrument OD 1.18 nominal
Applications and Benefits
Instrument Length 27 max
The NGM tool is the industry standard and can form
Pressure Housing OD 1.5
the basis of any downhole directional plus gamma
MWD package. Unused Through
7
Conductors
Accuracy
The NGM offers a wide number of benefits over the
conventional gamma including: Full Scale Range 0 to 500 API
 Low cost add-on module with high temperature Accuracy 0- 150 API 4 API
capability Accuracy 150-500 API 8 API
 Provides real time logging-while-drilling in 0.9 counts per
Sensitivity
combination with steering data sec / API unit
 Standard interface providing multi-sensor Vertial Resolution 8
options. The NGM can also be readily Auto calibration
integrated into customer hardware platforms Calibration
onboard
 The NGM will accurately chart shale bed Environmental
stratification enabling offset well correlations for
Operating Temperature 0 to 150C
better depth control and safer drilling practices
within difficult geological environments 3 deg per minute
Exposure Gradient
max
 Its small size enables the NGM to be run in
collars as small as 2.5, providing enhanced 750 g Sine,
Shock
bed boundary marking in many slim hole 3 mS
applications 25g rms, 500-
Vibration
 Provides bed correlation in field appraisal and 1000 Hz
development drilling for casing point and core
point selection
 Focused gamma ray options available for
customer specific applications
 Tool utilizes a scintillation detector enabling
faster sampling capability and data updates

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Downhole Pressure Sub

The RSS sonde mounted modular Downhole
Pressure Sub complements the M/D Totco Steering
Tool capability.
Pressure and vibration measurements while drilling,
provide the necessary information for overall motor /
bit / ROP performance monitoring, as well as overall
hydraulics optimization for underbalanced drilling
applications. The addition of wellbore and annulus
pressure sensors to the steering tool suite offers
significant operational flexibility and efficiency
benefits, particularly in wells with potential problems
as lost circulation, formation fluid influx, hole
collapse, differential sticking and poor hole cleaning
(cuttings build up).

Features
 Modular 1 sonde instrument which couples
directly to the Steering Tool assembly
(directional + gamma) sensor suite.
 Real-time annular and drill pipe pressure
measurements
 Axial and lateral shock/vibration sensors
out putting time averaged peak values
 Choice of further transducer ratings dependent
on customer accuracy and pressure
requirements are available
 Temperature Sensor

Ratings and Specifications

Operating Specifications
Operating Pressure 0 to 10,000 psi Absolute
Range 0 to 690 Mpa Absolute
Accuracy
0.25% FS
(Pressure Hysteresis)
Accuracy (Total, including
0.75 FS
thermal effects)
Temperature Operating
0C to + 150C
Range
Temperature Accuracy 3C
Shock 500g peak range
Operating Features
Instrument OD Max 1 Sonde (44.45mm)
Operating Modes None-Slaved unit
Digital Interface Serial RS232 compatible
Data Storage Calibration Data only
Electrical
Voltage Supply + 12 to + 28 V
Max Power Consumption 1.2 watts
Environmental
Temperature 0 to +150C
500g 1 mS
Shock
10,000 shocks
Vibration 20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz
Collar Size 31/8, 4 , 6 8, 9

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Coiled Tubing Drilling (CTD) Downhole Features

Pressure and Weight-On-Bit Sensor  Modular subsurface instrument, which
The NOV M/D Totco CTD Downhole Pressure and couples directly to the Steering Tool
Weight-On-Bit Sensor complements the M/D Totco (directional and gamma) sensor suite
Steering Tool capability.  Real-time Weight-On-Bit annular and
drillpipe pressure measurements
In addition to accurate bore and annulus pressure,  Axial and lateral shock/vibration
knowledge of this instrument gives a valuable sensors
insight into coiled tubing drilling operations. In  Temperature sensor
highly deviated and horizontal wells, indications of  Torque on Bit also available
load at surface will not be an accurate indication of
what is actually happening downhole, particularly Real Time Measurements
in the event of poor weight transfer.  Tension and compression loads (fully
compensated for drill bit pressure drop)
With the CTD Downhole Pressure and  High accuracy bore and annulus
Weight-On-Bit Sensor, monitoring of forces pressures
experienced downhole can be assessed real-time.  BHA shock and vibration
This information, when used in conjunction with the
NOV M/D Totco pressure module data, provides
the necessary parameters required to optimize
drilling efficiency.
Ratings and Specifications
This instrument is a real-time Weight-On-Bit gauge
2.875 in
for measuring downhole loads during drilling
operations, and that interfaces directly to the NOV Outside Diameter 3.00 in
M/D Totco Wireline Steering (directional and 3.125 in
gamma) Tool sensor suite. The CTD Downhole
Inside Diameter 1.00 in
Pressure and Weight-On-Bit Sensor also
incorporates vibration sensors. Make-up-length 26.00
Max Operating
150C
Temperature
Tool Temperature
0.5C
Accuracy
Tension/Compression
-10,000 to 15,000 lbf
Range
Max Operating Pressure 10,000 psi
Max Differential Pressure 10,000 psi
Max Tensile Rating 60,000 lbf
Max Compression Rating 25,000 lbf
Max Torque Rating 2,500 ft-lbf
Pressure Sensor
0.75% FS
Accuracy
Shock/Vibration 500g Peak Range
Total Temp. Accuracy 0.5C

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Remote Display Unit (RDU) Wireline Interface Unit (IFU)

The NOV M/D Totco Remote Display Unit (RDU) The NOV M/D Totco Wireline Interface Unit (IFU) is a
utilizes a waterproof display console for indicating rugged splashproof design which is CE certified and
the following drilling and borehole parameters: has its own robust transit case. The unit can operate
from 110 or 240 volts. The following functions are
 The toolface angle, which is displayed on a performed:
rotary LED (Light Emitting Display), embodies a
previous toolface feature for trend information  Provides communication and power to the
downhole instrument
 Survey data, comprising borehole inclination  Communicates with a surface computer
and azimuth, is simultaneously displayed on a  Provides power and data for a Drillers Display
backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Unit
 Provides software download to instruments
 The unit can be easily read under day or night
conditions. The downhole instrument is powered from an
adjustable constant current supply. The wireline
current is displayed on an analog meter. The unit
features a large LCD display that indicates:
 Input AC voltage and frequency
 Wireline voltage and box temperature
Ratings and Specifications
These features can expedite debugging on site
Enclosure Aluminum Case problems. Several serial protocols are supported:
183mm W, 180mm H, RS232, RS485, 20mA current loop and Opto
Size Isolated.
93mm D
<6 Watts at 12v DC The Wireline Interface Unit is fully compatible and
Power Consumption
(RSS Wireline Box) will therefore cater to all instruments and drillers
Mounting Free, with carrying handle displays conforming to the recognized industry
Operating Temperature -20 to + 60 (excluding LCD) standard.
Storage Temperature +5 to +65C
Shock 300g, sine, 1mS
Vibration 5grms, 100 to 2000 Hz
Ratings and Specifications
Ingress Protection IP 67
Enclosure Polyurethane Painted Aluminum
Size 330mm W, 228mm H, 110mm D
Max 105W at 240V AC
Power Consumption
Max 85W at 110V AC
Mounting Free, with carrying handle
Operating Temperature -20 to + 60C (excluding LCD)
Storage Temperature +5 to +65C
Shock 300g, sine, 1mS
Vibration 5g rms, 100 to 2000 Hz

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Miniature Utility Steering Tool (MUST) Ratings and Specifications

RSS Miniature Utility Steering Tool represents a
wireline Steering Tool for the Utility industry. It is Performance Summary
made up of a Directional Digital Measurement (Inc > 10, Dip <70)
Unit (DMU) with a Steering Module acting as a Inclination Accuracy
0.1
modem link by wireline to surface. Overall tool
length is 24 inches with a data transmission rate (Inc >10, Dip <70)
Azimuth
of 1200 baud. The MUST system offers many 1.0
advantages for (Inc 5, Dip <70)
real-time borehole measurements for a variety of ToolFace-Gravity
1.0
drilling applications including under balanced,
short radius, and slimhole drilling. The Steering (Inc 5, Dip <70)
ToolFace-Magnetic
Tool 1.0
system is made up of the following: Operating Features
 Downhole Steering Tool probe (with optional Instrument OD 1.04 (26.4 mm)
additional sensors) Operating Modes User Defined
 Surface Wireline Power Supply and Computer Serial RS232
 Rig Floor Display Unit Digital Interface
compatible
Downhole Steering Tool Probe Data Storage Calibration data only
The Directional Sensor comprises either an RSS Parameters Gx, Gy, Gz, Bx, By,
TRAX tri-axial or q-flex accelerometer and fluxgate Sampled Bz, Temp
set. These sensors enable the Azimuth and
Inclination of the borehole to be accurately Raw or Calibrated
Data Outputs
measured. The measurements from these sen- sensor output
sors are sent via the Steering Module by way of Electrical
an
insulated wireline power cable to the surface Voltage Supply + 6 to + 40 V
computer. The Steering Tool is fitted into a single Max Power 1.5 watts
pressure housing of either 13/8" or 1" OD. Consumption (2mW standby)
Surface System Through 2x Power, 4x Serial
A compact surface wireline power supply and Conductors 2x Spare
interface provides power to the MUST tool, and 5 A/D, event count-
connects to any windows based PC. The PC Uncommitted Inputs
er/control line
receives continuous real-time data updates from
the downhole instrument via the surface interface Environmental
unit and calculates angular data of the borehole. Operating
The surface software then provides service func- 0C to + 90C
Temperature
tions and transmits data to the rig floor display
unit. A hard copy of the data is also available. Shock 1000g, Sine 3 mS
Random Vibration 20g rms, 20 to 500 Hz
Applications and Benefits Survival
 Low cost -30C to +125C
Temperature
 High reliability and reduced operating costs
through the use of RSS sensor technology Thermal Shock 3C per minute
 Survey data while drilling, eliminating the Total Depth
need to stop circulation 20,000 feet
(wireline) Capability
 Small size eliminates the need for instrument
articulation
 Superior accuracy due to sensor performance
and calibration
 Easy use of PC Windows-based steering and
well guidance software
 Built in QA checking features and system
trouble shooting
 Versatility of use in both mining and utility
applications
 Fully configurable to customer requirements
 Magnetic interference correction software
available
 Programmable Inclination crossover from
Magnetic to Gravity Tool Face

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Running Gear
NOV M/D Totco offers a substantial range of down-
hole tool running gear and spares in various sizes to
suit your requirements, e.g. 1.375 inch, 1.5 inch,
1.75 inch.
 Upper Centralizers
 Lower Centralizers
 Landing Shock Absorbers
 Spacer bars Aluminum
 Spacer bars Brass
 Contact Sub Assemblies
 Pressure Barrels (Beryllium Copper)
 Contact Springs
 Muleshoe Stingers
 Swivels
 Overshots
 Rope Sockets with Fishneck
 Top/Bottom Finger Guides
 Bulkheads
 Bottom Plugs with Shock Absorbers
 Decelerators
 High temperature heat shields

DECELERATOR CHARACTERISTICS
NOV M/D Totco's Decelerator is designed to limit the
impact shocks applied to go-deviled sonde based
instrumentation tools which house sensitive elec-
tronics and sensors. The device utilizes a linear
hydraulic braking mechanism to arrest the terminal
velocity motion of the instrument bearing assembly
in a controlled manner.
A typical decelerator characteristic, when arresting a
70 kg sonde assembly, is displayed in the charts as
shown.
For a 2000 ft/min terminal velocity the impact shock
imparted on the assembly is only 33 g.
The decelerator is available in 1" and 13/8" diameter
options

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Downhole Electrical Generator

The RSS Downhole Electrical Generator provides
regulated power and is ideal for the replacement of
lithium battery systems and flow switches. A 10-way
through conductor mechanical interface connection
may be customized to suit customer requirements.
Flow associated wear parts are field replaceable
and serviceable.

The Downhole Electrical Generator is made up of

the following elements:
 External pressure capability (20,000 psi)
 Connectors (as required by customer)
 Electrical generator assembly
 Thrust and radial bearings
 Run time logging
 Flow tube installation for high flow rates

Applications and Benefits

 Low cost maintenance
 Field replaceable flow parts
 Wear and flow parts are configurable in the field
 50 watts of regulated DC power at 2000 RPM
(higher power options available)
 Impellers can be designed to meet customer
specific requirements
 17/8" Pressure housing
 A range of collar IDs can be accommodated
 Overall length approximately 41"
 High Temperature capability
 Up to 10 through conductor capability
 Electrical connectors specified by the customer
 Retrievable option available

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Measurement Services
NOV M/D Totco is a world class partner for meas- Unlike our imitators who require you to keep an
urement services / solutions appealing to rig increased number of spares while waiting for serv-
designers, drilling operations managers, and force ice, NOV M/D Totco has assembled a total product
measurement specialists who are dissatisfied with and service solution which includes certified
the loss of time and money associated with sensors and displays backed by a global network of
providers whose products fail under harsh service personnel who are ready to serve you.
conditions. Our measurement offerings provide the
accuracy you need along with unparalleled service
from a lifelong solutions partner. Our measurement
professionals can help you accomplish the most
challenging of force measurement tasks by
leveraging solutions that are oil field tough with
proven reliability under the harshest of conditions.

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Electronic Sensors
NOV M/D TOTCO has been manufacturing
electronic sensors for the oil & gas and industrial
industries for twenty five years. During that time we
have developed unique processes and procedures
for manufacturing the highest quality and most
robust sensors in the market today. Our seal-welded
sensors protect our internal strain gages and signal
conditioner boards from harsh environments. The
signal conditioner board that has been developed
will operate from 8 to 30 volts supply and has an
onboard temperature sensor that provides self
linearization of the 4-20mA output over a
temperature range of -40 C to + 60 C. Other out-
puts also available are 0-5 Volts, mV/V, and voltage
out.
Custom designs are a large part of our sensor
strengths. We have designed for:
 NASA
 Department of Defense
 Military branches
 Medical industry
 Crane manufacturers
 Boeing aircraft
NOV M/D Totco features a complete suite of sensors
including load pins, compression cells, pressure
sensors, line tension, and position sensors.
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NOV M/D Totco designs and manufactures strain
gage based force, load, and pressure sensors from
the highest quality traceable materials in house and
tests them on our certified test stands. Testing
methods and equipment are traceable to NIST and
test data is captured electronically and stored in our
database in accordance with our ISO 9001 quality
manual. Sensors are certified for use in hazardous
location throughout the oil and gas industry and
industrial markets both domestically and
internationally. Features include ATEX, UL, and CE
certifications for all sensor products.
Comprehensive Electronic Sensor Suite
Includes:
 Load Pins
 Position Transducer
 Compression Cells
 Line Tension Transducers
 System 2000
 Ratemaster II
 Tensiometers
 Ultrasonic Mud Tank Level Sensor
 Electronic Pit Level Probe Assembly
 Electronic Flow Line Sensor
 Strain Gauge Pressure Sensor
 Pressure Transmitters
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Electronic Sensors

Strain Gauge Load Pins and Load Cells

Digitally Controlled Signal

Conditioning Load Pins
Load pins can be installed in shackles for line
NOV M/D Totco introduces an advancement in tension, sheaves for anchor line or drill line tension,
signal conditioning technology that is analog-in and clevises for hook load or tow forces, rollers for roller
analog-out, controlling the signal with an on-board forces, and numerous other applications.
microprocessor. This advanced technology provides  Mooring line tension
finer resolution using an analog circuit instead of the  Towline tension
conventional analog-to-digital-to-analog controller.  Crane Load
It monitors ambient temperature and provides  Forklift load
continuous corrections to the gain and offset values,  Conveyor belts and rollers
as determined by a table developed during  Many other applications
calibration of the device. This approach provides the
high precision and bandwidth of an analog circuit, Compression Load Cells
along with the extreme flexibility of digital When the loads are not carried through a pin,
technology. compression load cells are often an excellent
means of measuring critical loads.
 Hook load
 Anchor tension
 Bulk Mud Weight
 Bulk Cement Weight
 Many other applications

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Triple Bridge Sensor

NOV M/D Totcos new Triple Bridge sensors provide
our customers with the high accuracy of our
compression load cells multiplied by three. It
operates with three independent internal bridges
and signal conditioners, which is equivalent to
having three separate load cells incorporated into
one unit. This allows for multiple outputs to be
utilized by the customers equipment. It provides
the ability, with a ratio metric software package, to
be used as comparison for control of your
application.

Load Pin T-Link

NOV M/D Totco supplies very accurate and reliable
sensors, such as load pins, and column style
tension links. The sensors are manufactured with
the highest quality, mill traceable material, such as
17-4 PH stainless steel for standard applications.
We have a fully staffed engineering department with
an understanding of exotic materials for custom
applications. Strain gage bridge outputs and
4-20mA outputs utilizing our Digitally Controlled
Signal Conditioner (DCSC), provide the highest
reliability offered in the sensor industry.

We have installed column style Tension Links for

NASA, which weigh the space shuttles fuel tanks
with combined accuracies of less than .1%. We
have designs ranging up to 2,000,000 pounds
capacity on load links, compression cells, and on
load pins. Our sensors are designed utilizing the
latest Engineering software such as Pro-E, AutoCad,
MathCAD, and Pro Mechanica FEA modeling. Our
4-20mA sensors offer Hazardous area Location
UL/Atex certification for use in applications
worldwide.
Manufactured with the same high quality, mill
traceable 17-4 PH stainless steel and engineering
practices as our other sensors, it provides very
reliable load values for bulk tanks, anchors, winch
systems, and mooring systems. Combined with our
electronic displays and touch screens, a complete
system can be engineered for our customers needs.
4-20mA outputs utilizing our Digitally Controlled
Signal Conditioner (DCSC), and redundant bridges
provide the greatest system reliability. We also
manufacture standard and custom flat bar tension
links and column style tension links with three
bridge outputs.

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Electronic Sensors

1850 Position Transducer

NOV M/D Totco Houston Scientific has the
solution for displacement measurement problems
with a device whose history spans thirty-five years.
From the very first design to the latest, the original 3500 Compression Load Cell
Position Transducer has led the way to become the
NOV M/D Totcos Houston Scientific Model 3500
industry standard.
compression load cell utilizes the most stable
geometric form. Unlike columnar or ring/stem type
The Model 1850 is designed with performance in
geometry, the Model 3500 does not require
mind. All components are carefully designed for
guidance to prevent errors due to bending.
precision and long life service. The
hybrid-conductive plastic potentiometer provides
The stability of the 3500 series geometry is
infinite resolution and linearity of better than 0.1% of
complemented by an eight-gauge bridge which
full scale as standard, and optional linearity of better
helps to cancel errors due to nonparallel loading.
than 0.05%. The standard A circuit configuration is
The thru-hole body design facilitates mounting in
a voltage divider, which provides a high level output
any application and may be mounted over a stud or
in volts. The optional B circuit provides a low-level
other fixture arrangement. The standard corrosion
differential output in millivolts, for compatibility when
resistant stainless steel core and case permit usage
used with other differential transducers.
in hostile environments ranging from food process-
ing to aerospace applications. A variety of cases
NOV M/D Totcos Houston Scientific quality
may be custom-designed to meet requirements,
assurance is traceable to the National Institute of
from underwater to deep space, and to internally
Standards and Technology (NIST). NOV M/D Totco
housed signal conditioners. The load cell's
Houston Scientific is also in compliance with the
temperature compensation circuit, designed as an
United States Government Military Standards MIL-I-
integral part of the bridge, permits maximum
45208, for Inspection Systems, and MIL-STD-45662,
performance and the highest accuracies under
for Calibration Systems, for the purposes of
changing environmental conditions.
providing the highest possible quality to our
customers.
Load ranges are available from 1,000 to 2,000,000
pounds. We specialize in difficult and custom
applications and provide customized solutions to
meet customer requirements.

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Houston Scientific Model 1950 Position

Transducer
NOV M/D Totcos Houston Scientific Model 1950
position transducer is a cable actuated, linear
displacement transducer incorporating a torque
spirator spring motor to achieve rated acceleration
and velocity for displacements from 2 inches
through 180 inches. The patented, dual chambered,
sealed-body design permits the Model 1950 to be
used in a wide variety of hostile environments
including wave heave measurement on offshore
drilling rigs and underwater applications. The
cylindrical body design allows 360-degree rotational
alignment of cable departure angle and lateral
adjustment for cable positioning.
The Model 1950 position transducer has seen wide
use with peerless performance in such markets as
oil technology, automotive, robotics, die casting,
food processing, medical, nuclear, rail
transportation, aircraft, hydraulics and process
control.
The Model 1950 has been certified to meet or
exceed all performance specifications.
Environmental and operational tests conducted on
the Model 1950 for flight hardware for the MX
missile program were found to meet or exceed
shock loading of 13,500 Gs for 11 milliseconds and
vibration testing to 11 peak Gs at 2000 HZ without
deviation. In humidity tests, it was found to meet
95% RH at 75 degrees and safe operating
temperature range of 67 degrees F to +257
degrees F.
Deadline Sensor
Electronic Deadline Sensor
TCE-Series Line Tension Transducer
 100,000 lb (45,360 kg) capacity
 Accurate strain gage measurement achieves
0.2% repeatability
 Designed for all deadline tension electronic
sensing applications
 Simple clamp on design requires no deadline
anchor
 Operating temperature -40 to +180 F (-40 to
82 C)
 Temperature compensated to within .01% per
degree Fahrenheit
 Easy to use, weighs only 17 lb
 Installs on wire rope sizes 7/8 through 2
diameter without modification
 Standard 4-20 mA output, two-wire loop
powered
 Electronics are protected against surges and
reverse wire hook up
 Replaceable wear parts made of 316 CRES

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Running Line Tensiometer 7655
Many years of design and manufacturing are
brought together in NOV M/D Totcos Houston
Scientific Model 7655 Compliant Beam
Tensiometer. The unique design of the Model 7655
eliminates damage caused by point-loading which
occurs when conventional tensiometers are
employed in wire rope measurement. All
tensiometers use the force triangle method to
measure tension in wire lines in either dead-line or
running-line configurations. The difference is how
the force triangle is applied. Non-compliant
tensiometers apply extremely high single-point load,
which often deforms individual stands of the rope
especially in dead-line wire rope applications.
monitor tension on lifting cables or to test piling
strength
 Can be used in various tug-related functions,
including engine thrust tests, towing cable
tension and ship docking line monitoring
 Can be equipped with a recorder to provide
permanent records
The force frame assembly is freely suspended on
four flexures, thus eliminating bearing or friction
points, and thereby allowing for an extremely
accurate measurement of wireline tension.
The marine Dyna-Line is equipped with sleeve
bearings in the sheaves and is designed for use as
a multi-unit system with either permanent or
semi-permanent installation for applications
including ship anchor lines, shipboard winches, and
trawl lines. The marine system normally requires
internal plumbing or wiring in the vessel hull and
commonly includes recorders. If recorders are used
with the system, a separate source of power is
required.

The general service model Dyna-Line is received

Running Line Tensiometer 7655
from the factory with either ball bearings or sleeve
bearings in the sheaves. Although it is suitable for
either permanent or semi-permanent installation, the
scope of its use is generally for relatively short term
use in applications such as tower erection, cable
pulling, towing and the like.

Dyna-Line Tensiometer
M/D Totcos compact, reliable Dyna-Line
Tensiometer provides a continuous, accurate
readout of line tension on both moving and static
wirelines.

Available in models for both general use and marine

applications, the unit consists of a deflection-type
force frame combined with a reliable hydraulic load
cell. As the line passes through the Dyna-Line, it is
deflected by three sheaves against the load cell
which transmits hydraulic pressure to a local or
remote fluid-filled indicator calibrated in tons or
kilograms. Because the system is hydraulically
actuated, no outside power source is required.

 Ideal for monitoring tension in mooring and

positioning applications D616A-Series Dyna-Line Element
 Easily attached to a wireline built into wireline
machinery
 Applicable for all construction projects to
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Dyna-Line Tensiometers

Wire Rope Application Indicator Indicator Volume Tie Bar

Model Element Part Numbers
Size Range Group Series Bracket Chamber Attachments

UD12-6 D612B-81, -83 1 GA102 A1457

1 in 2 in UD12-8 1 GD26 A1478
F296-1 N/A
(38mm 64mm) UD12M6 D512A-61, -81, -83 1 GA102 A1457
UD12M8 1 GD26 A1478
UD12-6 D641c-101, -111, -121, -123, -125 1 GA102 A1457
1 in 1 in UD12-8 -91 1 GD26 A1478 F285-
D614C-101, -111, -123, -91 A1436A-1
(25mm 38mm) UD12M6 1 GA102 A1457 series
UD12M8 1 GD26 A1478

UD16 (6T) D603A-12, -14, -16, -18 2 GA84 A1457

1 in 2 in UD16 (8T) 2 GD18 A1478 F285-
D616A-12-4, -16-4 A1329-2
(38mm 57mm) UD16 (6TF) 2 GA84 A1457 series
UD16 (8TF) 2 GD18 A1478

UD16 (6T) D516D-121, -131, -161, -171, -181 1 GA84 A1457

1 in 2 in UD16 (8T) -191, -201 1 GD18 A1478 F285-
A1329-2
(38 mm 64mm) UD16 (6TF) D606-121-5, -161-4, -161P, -162-5, 1 GA84 A1457 series
UD16 (8TF) -181-4 1 GD18 A1478
UD18 (6T) D602B-1, -16, -18, -21, -22, -24 1,2 GA84 A1457
2 in 3 in UD18 (8T) 1,2 GD18 A1478 F285-
A1454A-1
(70mm 76mm) UD18 (6TF) D607B-22-3, -24-2 1,2 GA84 A1457 series
UD18 (8TF) 1,2 GD18 A1478
UD20 (6T) D620-28 1,2 GA84 A1457
3 in 3 in UD20 (8T) 1,2 GD18 A1478 F285-
D604-1 A3454A-1
(76mm 90mm) UD20 (6TF) 1,2 GA84 A1457 series
UD20 (8TF) 1,2 GD18 A1478

1 in 2 in F285-
UD15RU-16 D516RU-16 3 GD18 A1478 A1329-2
(38mm 51mm) series

2 in 2 in F285-
UD16RU-20 D516RU-20 3 GD18 A1478 A1329-2
(51mm 64mm) series

2 in 3 in F285-
UD18RU-24 D602RU-24, -24A 3 GD18 A1478 A3454A-1
(64mm 76mm) series

3 in 3 in F285-
UD20RU-28 D620RU-28 3 GD18 A1478 A3454A-1
(76mm 90mm) series

Notes:
Group 1 Applications: General Marine Service, including oceanographic vessels and crane ships
Group 2 Applications: Derrick Barge or other heavy-duty service
Group 3 Applications: Universal and General Marine Service

Dyna-Line Specification Requirements 3. Specify desired system full-scale capacity

for Configuration: 4. Specify indicator size, 6 or 8-1/2
5. Specify whether optional footage and speed
1. Describe application and operating environment indication is desired
2. Specify wire rope size(s) and construction(s)
(Note: a specimen may be required for
calibration and testing)

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Ultrasonic Mud Tank Level Sensor Electronic Pit Level Probe Assembly
222573-Series 282819-Series
 Rugged stainless steel construction
Intrinsically safe ultrasonic pit level sensor with built  Chemical resistant epoxy float
in temperature compensation  Available in four standard lengths:
08 ft (2.4 m)
10 ft (3.04 m)
15 ft (4.6 m)
20 ft (6.1 m)
 Custom lengths to 25 ft (7.64 m) available
 5 VDC operation

Specifications:
Measurement Range:
 9.6 in to 16 ft, 4.8 in (0.25 to 5 m) Electronic Flow Line Sensor
Included Angle of Sonic Beam: 40223750-Series
 10 degrees at -3 dB boundary  Available in four pipe diameters:
Power: 8 - 10
 12-28 VDC 10 - 12
12 - 14
Output: 16 - 18
 4-20 mA  Rated for flow line pressures to 150 psig
Resolution:  Inductive proximity sensor technology
 0.125 inches (3 mm)  14-30 VDC operating voltage
Temperature:  4-20 mA output
 -40 to +140 F (-40 to +60 C)
Enclosure:
 Tefzel (flouropolymer)
Enclosure Rating:
 Type 4X, NEMA 4X/IP65
Mounting:
 2 inch NPT
 2 Optional Flanges (standard application and
high corrosion application)
Certifications:
 CSA, IS for Class I, Div 1, Groups A,B,C,&D
 BASEEFA/CENELEC, EEx ia IIC T4
UL for Class I, Div 1, Group C & D (when
connected to UL approved system)

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Strain Gage Pressure Sensor Diaphragm Protector Hydraulic Pressure

221145-Series Transmitter
E17-Series

E17-152 Diaphragm Protector

 Protects measuring or recording device from

working fluid while transmitting a no-lag, linear
pressure signal
 Rugged workhorse sensor found in every corner
of the world doing every conceivable
Accurate and reliable strain gage technology pressure-sensing job
 Hermetically sealed stainless steel construction  Robust, time proven design allows easy field
withstands shock and vibration repair and maintenance
 Used with Fig. 1502 hammer union nut and flanged,  Available in flanged, threaded, and weld-on
threaded, or weld-on subs female sub configurations
 Electrical connection options include cable  Certified models available
gland with pigtail, 4 pin TURCK and 6 pin
bayonet style connectors
 Conforms to NACE MR0175-97 for H2S service
 Certified IS for use in Class I, Div.1,
Groups C, D, T4 hazardous locations
 R-Cal feature available
 Integral Digitally Controlled Signal Conditioner is
standard
 Calibration certificates provided

Specifications:
Maximum Working Pressure: P10038A-01 1:1 Piston Separator
 15,000 psi
Overload:
 150% of capacity without damage, 300% without burst 1:1 Piston Separator Pressure Transmitter
rupture failure P10038A-Series
Output:  One-to-one piston separates working fluid
 4-20 mA, loop powered gauge fluid, transmitting no-lag linear signal to
Excitation: gauge
 8-28 VDC  Features temperature compensating device to
Calibration error: assure true pressure readings for differences in
 <0.25% of full scale output (nominal), including ambient temperatures of to 100 F
hysteresis, repeatability and nonlinearity; based on  Available in standard or H2S configurations and
straight line fit with either weld-on or threaded female sub
Temperature range:  Simple design allows field overhaul and seal
 -40to 140F (-40 to 60C) replacement
Temperature effects:  High fluid capacity compensates for hose
 <0.01% of capacity sensitivity shift per F expansion associated with extended high pres-
sure runs, maintaining accuracy up to 140

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Electronic Display System

System 2000 from M/D Totco is a line of special

application field programmable data acquisition
systems that are adaptable to numerous monitoring
needs. Systems are designed for high reliability in
difficult and hazardous environments.

Various analog bar graph and digital display

screens are available and configured by the
customer. Analog bar graphs are horizontal with
adjustable scales.

LM-2000 Line Monitor System

Typical Applications:
BT-2000 Bulk Tank Load Indicator
Monitor up to four tanks, depending upon tank
design, using load pins or compression load
cells
CI-2000 Crane Load Indicator
Measures and displays load, boom angle, and
radius of up to three falls
LM-2000 Line Monitor
Measures tension, footage, and speed in any
onshore or offshore winching application,
including oceanographic winches, seismic
streamer and gun arrays, towed mine sweepers,
and others
MV-2000 Mud Volume Monitor
Monitors and displays individual and total mud
volumes in up to four mud tanks
PI-2000 Pressure Indicator
Monitors pressure, volume and rate on pumping
units
TM-2000 Ton Mile Indicator
Calculates and displays accumulated ton miles
WL-2000 Wireline Monitor
Measures and displays weight, depth and
speed for electric wireline winches
All systems are available with extreme environment
stainless steel enclosures
Standard Features include:
 UL Certified, Class I, Division 2
 NEMA 4 Panel Mount, Dash Mount
 4 Current Analog Inputs or 4 Strain Gage Inputs
 1 Pulse Sensor Input
 Operator selectable engineering units from
predefined list
 Networking up to 16 nodes per network
 Operator selectable screens
 Reset and Preset functions for counters
 Bar graph scaling
 Configurable screens
 4 alarm set points per input channel
 Any alarms source can be assigned to any or all
4 relays
 Analog and / or serial output modules available
 Diagnostics

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Electronic Display Systems
Display:
 Graphic LCD (240 x 128 pixels)
 Backlight color (red/green), backlight
brightness, LCD contrast are adjustable via front
panel
 Field scalable (full floating point), -999999 to
9999999 (maximum 7 characters including -
and .)
 Engineering units are field selectable from
pre defined list
 Display resolution 1, 10, 100, 1000, 0.1, 0.01,
0.001, 0.0001 (field selectable)
 Tri-color alarms status LED (green, amber, red)
Analog input:
 Four each, 4-20 mA or strain gage
 Update Rate: 4 Hz, digitally filtered
 Resolution:
-Current Loop: 40,000 counts minimum
-Strain Gage: 100,000 counts typical
 Accuracy: 0.01% FS typical (1 part in 10,000) at
25C
 Drift: 10-15 ppm/C typical
 Input impedance:
-Current Loop: 100 W (0.4 to 2.0 V loop drop)
-Strain Gage: Input current <10 nA
-Additional analog inputs available for custom
applications
 More detailed specifications available upon
request
Pulse input (counter):
 One each quadrature input, activated by:
Switch closure pulling to ground (<3 V)
External voltage applied (12-24 V)
NAMUR proximity sensor
 Bandwidth 10 KHz
Dimensions:
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Sensor excitation:
 24 V supply available for each current loop input
and each analog output (max.170 mA total for
all combined)
 Auxiliary. power supply of 5-24 V at 100 mA
 2.5, 5, and 10 VDC excitation (available on
strain gage only)
Output options: (4 total)
 Non-isolated 4-20 mA sourced (1 kW max. load)
 Non-isolated +/-10 VDC (5 mA max.)
 Ground isolated 2-wire 4-20 mA transmitter (8-
24V)
 Non-isolated RS232 or RS485 auxiliary
communication (half-duplex)
Alarms:
 Four alarm set points (2 high, 2 low) for each
displayed parameter
 Industry standard plug-in relays
 Various contact configurations and ratings
available
 Solid state or dry contacts
 Latching or non-latching (front panel
programmable)
 Failsafe or de-energized operations
Environmental:
 Operating: -20C to +55C ambient (+70 C
internal)
 Storage: -30C to 80C
Input Power:
 12-24 VDC (10 W typical; 20 W max)
Enclosure Weight:
 Panel mount NEMA 4 3.5 lbs
 Optional NEMA 4X dash mount kit 5 lbs
 Optional stainless steel for extreme
environments 13 lbs
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Electronic Display System

Ratemaster II
The Advanced Alternative in RPM and SPM
Measurement

Tachometers

SPM Pump Speed Indicator

 Measures pump speed, shows pump or hole

trouble at a glance, information not indicated on
mud pressure gauge
 System self powered by generator (supplied),
which can operate any number of meters
 Needs no outside power or batteries
RATEMASTER Signal Conditioner with proximity and  Generators have explosion proof ratings
motor current torque sensors  Generators easily mounted with direct connection
to pump pinion shaft, piston rod oiler, or as an
idler wheel to the V-belt driving the oiler
The RATEMASTER II System is the newest  Available in capacities from 0-100 to 0-500 SPM
generation of our very popular Ratemaster product.
Ratemaster II offers a number of options for sensing
Rotary Table RPM, Pump Strokes Per Minute and
Rotary Table Torque. The compact electronics mod-
ule accepts up to 5 separate pulse signals from
intrinsically safe proximity sensors and an analog
signal from an intrinsically safe current transducer
for Rotary Table Torque. Each incoming rate signal
is processed and available for output in both analog
and digital formats. Rotary Table Torque provides an
analog only output. Ratemaster II acts as a signal
provider to the following types of devices: Tachometer Generator

 Electric Meters
 Drilling Recorders RPM Rotary Speed Indicator
 Electronic Circular Chart Recorders  Provides an accurate indication of rotary speed
 Battery Operated Pump Stroke Counters  Helps driller to select optimum speed for faster
 NOV M/D Totco DAQ
penetration
 Generator can be directly coupled to any shaft
turning in direct proportion to the rotary table or
V-belt driven
 Systems available for either panel or box mounted
meters

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Electronic Display Systems

ERTs split core transducer senses motor current draw

Electric Rotary Torque (ERT)

Essential Equipment for all Electric Motor-Driven
Rotary Tables
The NOV M/D Totco solution to measuring rotary
torque on electric rigs is accurate, simple, and Features:
 Simple, no moving parts to wear out
reliable, proving itself over the years in hundreds of
 Split core transducer measuring electrical
installations worldwide. The NOV M/D Totco system
current to the motor clamps around power
displays torque on a rugged panel or box-mounted cable; no shunts or direct electrical connections
meter calibrated in either foot-pounds or metric required
equivalents.  Signal conditioner unit provides outputs to
meters, recorders, and other data acquisition
Installation is simple. The split core transducer is devices
clamped around the power cable that leads to your  Multi-scaled meter provides readings for
rigs electric motor. This will enable the transducer different gear selections
to sense the current the motor draws, which is
proportionate to that required by the rotary table,
and transmit the signal to the dual output signal
conditioner. The conditioner will then convert this
signal to an accurate reading on the electric meter.
This dual output signal conditioner will also drive an
NOV M/D Totco drilling recorder or data acquisition
system.

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Hydraulic Indicator Systems

Hydraulic Indicator System

Since 1928 M/D Totco has had a continued focus on
extreme durability and precision on all sensors and
gauges. The brand name itself is strong in this
industry and is known worldwide for high quality
sensors and gauges.

NOV M/D Totco has a proven history of the

innovator of many development applications to
coincide with hydraulic sensors. The simple to
maintain design has made NOV M/D Totco the
market leader in hydraulic indicator systems.

Typical Load Cell Applications Comprehensive Hydraulic Indicator System

 Meat Products Blender Weighing Package Includes:
 Chemical Ingredient Batching
 Bakery Dough Weighing  Weight Indicator Systems
 Bulk Tank Chemical Batching  Single Pointer Indicators
 Fertilizer Hopper Weighing  Compound Point Indicators
 Oilfield Tank Weighing  Pressure Debooster Systems
 Paint Batching  Electric Rotary Torque
 Plywood Resin Hopper Weighing  Hydro-Mech Rotary Torque
 Slings, Chains, Hoisting Gear Test  Tong Line Pull Indicating System
 Charging Bucket Weighing  Tong Torque Indicating System
 Liquid Fertilizer Batching  Pressure Recorders
 Concrete Mix Batching  Single Line Weight Indicator
 Quality Control Spring Pressure Testing  Load Cell Systems
 Construction Guy-Wire Tensioning  Load Watch
 Yacht Weighing  Crane Load Indicator
 Aircraft Engine Removal
 Aircraft Thrust Measurement
 Shipping Crate Weighing
 Yard Crane Weighing
 Concrete Pipe Weighing
 On-Board Weighing
 Sheet Lifter Weighing
 Engine Power Development Measurement
 Monorail Crane Weighing
 C Hook Coil Lifter Weighing
 Spreader Bar Weighing
 Tension Pull Testing

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Hydraulic Indicator Systems

Anchor Type Weight Indicators Standard features

Accurate and reliable indications of hook load and
weight on bit are essential to drillers for the efficient
control of Rate of Penetration and hole direction.
The hydraulic deadline anchor type weight indicator
is a standard of the industry, and NOV M/D Totco
weight
indicators set the standards for quality, accuracy,
and reliability against which all others are judged.
NOV M/D Totco has weight indicator models
designed to work in conjunction with all
industry-standard deadline anchors using either
tension or compression hydraulic load cells.
Indicator systems are supplied as either portable
box-mount instrument systems or panel-mounted as
part of a drillers console.
 Unique friction-free diaphragm-type hydraulic
load cell withstands the toughest drilling and
environmental conditions
 Complete with high pressure hose assembly
and disconnect fittings
 Needle-type dampers to eliminate hydraulic
shock loads and extreme pointer oscillation
during rough drilling or jarring operations
 4:1 vernier movement for sensitive bit weight
indications Type EB Weight Indicator

Each system accurately senses tension in the

deadline and uses this to indicate hook load and
weight on bit. Many models have separate pointers
for both hook load and weight on bit. In addition,
integral circular hydraulic recorders are also offered
on several models.

Type 200, AWE-Series

 For deadline loads to 200,000 lb
 10, 12, 14, and 16 lines strung
 E551 compression load cell
 16 dial indicator Type EB Weight Indicator
 16 dial indicator
Type 150, AWE-Series
 For deadline loads to 150,000 lb
 10, 12, 14, and 16 lines strung Type D, AW-Series
 E551 compression load cell  For deadline loads to 50,000 lb
 16 dial indicator  6, 8, 10, and 12 lines strung
 E543 compression load cell or E80 Sensater
Type 125, AWE-Series tension load cell
 For deadline loads to 125,000 lb  16 dial indicator
 10, 12, 14, and 16 lines strung
 E551 compression load cell Type FS, AWA-Series
 16 dial indicator  For deadline loads to 40,000 lb
 4, 6, 8, and 10 lines strung
Type EB, AWE-Series  E542 compression load cell or E160A Sensater
 For deadline loads to 100,000 lb tension load cell
 8, 10, 12, and 14 lines strung  12 dial indicator with actual bit weight pointer
 E551 compression load cell or E80 Sensater or 8 fluid filled indicator with target pointer for
tension load cell bit weight
 16 dial indicator
Type G, AWG-Series
Type E, AWE-Series  For deadline loads to 30,000 lb
 For deadline loads to 75,000 lb  4, 6, and 8 lines strung
 6, 8, 10, and 12 lines strung  E190A compression load cell
 E551 compression load cell or E80 Sensater  12 dial indicator with target pointer
tension load cell

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Deflection Type Weight Indicators
Clipper Sealtite Production Model
AA15-Series
 Designed for small rigs or well service units
 Portable unit can be set up near well operator or
mounted on mast or derrick
 Equipped with 10 different dials calibrated for
number and size of lines strung in pounds,
kilograms, or decanewtons
 Completely calibrated and factory sealed for
immediate installation and operation
 Adjustable dampers allow you to regulate the
sensitivity of the pointer movements
 Instrument has a vernier pointer with a 6:1 ratio,
an important aid for such jobs as fishing
 Load sensor diaphragm attaches easily to dead-
line and accommodates 7/8 to 1 1/4 wire rope
 48,000-pound maximum single line load with 1
cable
 25-foot hose length is standard
Clipper Sealtite Production Model AA15-Series
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SUM-R-IZER Weight Indicator
AWT-Series
 For simplified indication of total hook load on
portable masts
 Pad type load cells detect mast loading under
mast jack screws independent of reeving
configuration
 Ideal for workover or double drum well service
rigs
 8 1/2 totalizer indicator available in capacities
from 120,000 to 360,000 pounds or metric
equivalent
 Sum-R-Izer totalizer indicator uses NOV M/D
Totcos unique Coaxial-Link assembly for better
precision and reliability
 Two pressure gauges monitor mast weight
distribution for quick, accurate system
installation
 Indicator is fluid filled to diminish effects of
shock loads, pulsation, and vibrations
 Adjustable target pointer can be used to pull to
or act as a reference to total load
 Single cell systems available for gin pole
applications
SUM-R-IZER Weight Indicator
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Hydraulic Indicator Systems

Single Pointer Indicators

GM6A-Series, bracket mount
GM6AP-Series, panel mount
 Provides quick, accurate check on mud pump
operation; helps detect washed out drill pipe or
bit nozzle problems
 Indicator gauges can be mounted in the weight
indicator box, drillers console, or locally on the
mud pump
 Full 360 dial calibration for maximum pointer
movement; shows the smallest pressure
changes
 Fluid-filled gauge has large easy-to-read 6 dial
face and high-pressure damper adjust
 Rugged E17-152 Diaphragm Protector mounts
with 2 NPT sub
 Hose lengths to 50 feet are standard; longer
lengths available in some pressure ranges Standard Capacities include:
 3000, 5000, 6000, 10,000 and 15,000 psi
 210, 350, 420, 700, and 1000 kg/cm2
 210, 350, 420, 700, 1000 BAR

Compound Pointer Indicators

Standard Capacities include:
 3000, 5000, 6000, 10,000 and 15,000 psi
 210, 350, 420, 700, and 1000 kg/cm2
 10K, 21K, 42K, 70K, 80K KPa
 21, 35, 42, 70, 100 MPa
GM4-Series, bracket mount
GM4P-Series, panel mount
 Used primarily for checking pump pressures on
service trucks engaged in cementing,
high-pressure hydraulic fracturing operations, or
acidizing operations involving stimulation of oil
pay formations
 Primary pointer makes one full 360 revolution
to full-scale capacity
 Secondary pointer offers 4:1 resolution for
indicating small pressure changes, making four
revolutions for full capacity of gauge
 Rugged E17-152 Diaphragm Protector mounts
with 2 NPT sub

Single Pointer Indicators with 1:1 Piston

Separators
GM1006A-Series, bracket mount
GM1007A-Series, panel mount
 Accurate reading up to 140 ft twice the
distance of other pressure systems.
 Separator features either weld-on or threaded
female sub
 Lower pressure limits apply to threaded type
female thread or to sour gas applications
 Special seals withstand either granular or acidic
pressure conditions
 Suitable for separation of pressurized gases Standard Capacities include:
 4000, 8000, 12,000 and 16,000 psi
including nitrogen and CO2 in scouring
 400 and 800 kg/cm2
applications
 40 and 80 MPa

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Pressure Debooster Systems

DBS107A-Series, bracket mount
DBS112A-Series, panel mount
 Systems use DB1004A debooster, proof tested
to 22,500 psi, for working pressures to 15,000
psi
 Systems use DB1006A debooster, proof tested
to 30,000 psi, for working pressure to 20,000 psi
 Actual pressure at specially calibrated gauge is
only 25% of indicated value
 Reduced output pressures allow longer hose
lengths and operator distance from high
pressure sources

Available with optional API type 6BX 2 1/16 - 10 M

flange mount case design for special applications

Designed for easy service on location with

replaceable diaphragm cup and check valve for
fluid loading.

Standard Capacities include:

 10,000, 15,000, 20,000 psi
 Equivalent values in kg/cm2, MPa, BAR

TRU-VUE Unitized Pressure Gauge

GM14-Series
Here is the only mud pressure gauge that can be
read easily from 75 feet and more away.
 Rugged, yet precise bourdon tube and
movement indicator offers unmatched 2 male NPT threaded connection and gauge
performance for standpipe and local pressure case flats for easy mounting
manifold applications Standard Capacities include:
 Valuable for blowout preventers and cementing,  0-1000 psi
fracturing, acidizing, and gravel packing trucks  0-3000 psi
 Integral adjustable damper for eliminating  0-5000 psi
pointer oscillations  0-6000 psi
 Fluid-filled case for movement lubrication and  0-10,000 psi
pointer dampening  0-15,000 psi
 and metric equivalents in kg/cm2, kPa, MPa,
and BAR units of measure

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Hydraulic Indicator Systems
Hydro-Mech Rotary Torque
FA9-Series
Providing reliable and sensitive relative rotary torque
indication, the Hydro-Mech assembly is suitable for
all mechanical rigs utilizing a chain driven rotary
table. The idler assembly is installed under the
rotary drive chain, typically within the oil bath
environment of the chain guard, where it senses
changes in the tightness of the chain that indicate
changes in torque.
 6 fluid-filled indicator has dial-adjust
mechanism to zero out drill string for
monitoring torque at the bit
 Gauge dampener minimizes pointer oscillations
caused by rough drilling and movements in the
drill string
 Helps determine hole conditions and torque
patterns, giving the driller an indication of when
to change bits
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By indicating stress on the drill pipe, the
Hydro-Mech warns driller of:
 Potential twist offs
 Locked cones on the bit
 Bit trouble
 Gauge loss or out-of-gauge holes
 Formation changes
The Hydro-Mech is a self-contained assembly with a
fluid filled gauge for long, trouble free service. The
unit includes idler with 2 ft hose and gauge with 15
ft hose; the hoses are connected by a self sealing
coupling.
Idler wheels are available for 1-1/2 through 4.063
inch single chain and 1-1/2 through 3.125 double
chain.
The Hydro-Mech is easily connected to any
M/D Totco drilling recorder where torque trends can
be easily detected.
FA9-1 Hydro-Mech comes complete with idler assembly,
indicating gauge and hoses

Tong Line Pull Indicating System
H6E-Series Universal Tong Line Pull Assembly is
a necessity for maximum drill string life
 Provides an accurate check on critical makeup
or break-out torque for all tool joints, drill collars,
and drill string components
 6 fluid-filled indicator reads directly in line pull
 Target pointer is set to a line pull value
corresponding to the desired torque, taking into
account tong handle length and place of load
cell attachment
 Models and capacities to work with all manual
tongs
 Permanent installation models for box or
console include 25 ft hose assembly, portable
installation models with 5 ft hose mount
indicator and cylinder directly on tong handle
 Capacities to 25,000 pounds line pull with
metric equivalents available
 Some models offer combination dials
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H6E-Series Tong Line Pull Indicator and Load Cell
Tong Torque Indicating System
H29-Series Tong Torque Assembly for all power
tong applications
 Each model designed and calibrated for a
specific make and model of power tong
 Both tension and compression hydraulic load
cell assemblies are offered to accommodate
any tong design
 Assures uniform and proper make-up of the
string by indicating precise torque applied to
each joint when running pipe or casing with
power tongs
 Capacities to 120,000 ft-lbs or metric
equivalents
 Many models are available with dual scales for
added versatility
 Rugged, yet simple load cell designs offer
extended life and ease of service
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Hydraulic Indicator Systems

Circular Hydraulic Recorders for Every

Well Servicing Need

M252A Series Recorder for single input applications

M365-Series Recorder with integral pressure
gauges accepts dual inputs
Models include:
 M530-Series
Truck Mount Recorder with 6 gauge, single
NOV M/D Totco pressure recorders have been input, low and high range, capacities to 15,000
under extreme pressure for years, and we like it that psi
way. Designed and built to withstand the harshest  M350-Series
oilfield operating conditions, a full line of circular Truck Mount Recorder, single and dual pressure
hydraulic pressure recorders are available in inputs, capacities to 15,000 psi
configurations to suit virtually any situation.  M351-Series
Truck-mounted units come shock mounted within Truck Mount Recorder, single input, low and
their own steel enclosures for installation on pump high range, capacities to 15,000 psi
or service trucks. Portable units are freestanding  M252A-Series
and can easily be transported by car or pickup Portable Recorder, single and dual inputs,
truck. All recorders have 24-hour wind and 4-hour capacities to 15,000 psi
rotation chart drives with either single or dual pens.  M253-Series
Dual pen recorders accommodate either two Portable Recorder, single input, low and high
pressure inputs or are dual range from a single range, capacities to 15,000 psi
input.  M365-Series
Portable Recorder with integral 5 pressure
gauge(s), single or dual inputs, capacities to
15,000 psi
 M366-Series
Portable Recorder with integral 5 pressure
gauge, single input, low and high range,
capacities to 15,000 psi

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Hydraulic Indicator Systems

Single Line Weight Indicator Installation:

The load sensor is provided with two connections;
one at the top to attach to the floor block, and the
other at the bottom to attach to the christmas tree or
derrick floor, forming a pull at 90. The system is
calibrated to this right angle pull. Accuracy will be
slightly affected if this angle is not true, but the
sensitivity of the system is always maintained.

The gauge reads directly from the load on the line.

The dial can be rotated for tare adjustments by
moving the knurled knob provided at the upper right
hand side of the gauge.

WS9-4-50 Single Line Weight Indicator

For All Heel Block or Floor Block Applications WS9-Series

The WS-Series Single Line Weight Indicator  Lightweight aluminum tension load cell for easy
provides wireline service trucks with a sensitive, portability
accurate device for measuring loads; helps prevent  Capacity 2,000 pounds, or metric equivalent
loss of valuable down hole tools.  Hose length 50, 75, and 100 ft standard
 Sensitive to smallest loads
 Built for rough oilfield conditions
 Accurate to 1/2 of 1% of full rated capacity WS14-Series
 Completely hydraulic, no power required  Steel tension load cell for heavier loads
 Integral damper to regulate pointer sensitivity  Capacity 5,000 pounds, or metric equivalent
 Hose length 50, 75, and 100 ft standard
Features:
The Single Line Weight Indicator is used primarily
on wireline service trucks for measuring the amount
of tension on wireline when logging tools,
perforating guns, downhole explosives, or when
survey tools are lowered or pulled out of the hole.
The intricate operations of wireline service trucks
require sensitive instrumentation of this caliber. In
this application, the indicating gauge is normally
installed in the truck, either panel mounted or
mounted separately. This system is also rugged
enough for other standard oilfield service
applications.

The dial indicator reads either in pounds, kilos, or

decanewtons on a single wireline, usually 0.375
inch cable. Normally used on wireline service trucks
on land, this system is also used on skid mounted
wireline units offshore.

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Crane Load Indicators
Load Watch
The Load Watch is an intelligent, modular crane
monitoring system featuring technologically
advanced microprocessor electronics in a simple,
easy-to-use system. For example, the systems Auto
Fall Scanning feature follows the operator through
fall selections automatically. The system locks into
the fall with weight applied. The operators hands
never leave the controls to manually change a fall
selector switch. This keeps his eye on the lift and
his hands on the controls. The display will
automatically show the maximum allowable load for
fall in use. Your operator stays on top of the
situation at all times. Result: Day in, day out, youre
assured of safety and continuity in operations with
fewer interruptions and delays.
The no-nonsense Load Watch assures the accurate
and continuous monitoring of a wide range of vital
crane functions and loads in a variety of
applications. Safe and efficient operations are
ensured, especially in extreme offshore operations.
The Load Watch System can be custom-configured
to meet almost any user need. The systems Limited
Access feature includes a key-operated selector
switch in the data display for customer
programming of the specific crane configuration
(boom length, parts line). Load Watch keeps a close
eye on all lifts, monitoring all critical crane functions
to keep load factors within pre-selected tolerances.
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Even in offshore operations in rolling seas, the
system constantly monitors conditions and warns
through intermittent audible and visual alarms when
the applied load reaches a predetermined set point.
This value is normally factory preset to a value
between 80% and 95% of rated capacity, depending
upon local crane regulatory requirements. A
continuous alarm sounds when load equals of
exceeds 100% of rated capacity.
The Load Watch system can easily fit into your
current operations. Its modular, lighter weight
electronics makes Load Watch easy to install or
retrofit regardless of the application. And a simple
retrofit can give your lifting equipment and operators
new capabilities plus better overall control of lifts.
The Load Watch System is designed for lifting at
dockside, in salvage operations, on cranes on
offshore drilling platforms, rigs and construction
barges, as well as most land based crane
requirements. Monitoring is factory preprogrammed
to given crane make and model and the varying
combinations of boom length and load block
reeving. With all monitoring functions programmed,
the operator simply selects his fall with the push of
a button or allows the Automatic Fall Scanning
feature to select fall changes automatically.
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Crane Load Indicators

Now see total weight of load, load radius

and safe lifting capacity at a glance

 Tough hydraulic instrumentation for gantry

(revolver, whirly), pedestal, derrick, barge, and
locomotive type cranes
 Ideal for construction, dockside, offshore
drilling, material replenishment, and salvage
operations
 Helps prevent buckled booms, costly and
dangerous crane accidents SC8-Series Crane Load
 Rugged construction for dependable day-in,
day-out service
 Built to be accurate; stays accurate Dial Indicator
 Does not require time-consuming recalibration
Load Cell
or expensive service contracts
 Simple to install, simple to maintain
 Large 8-1/2 dial is as simple to read as a clock,
no time-consuming or distracting calculations to
make
 Dial can be mounted inside or outside of cab
within easy view of the crane operator High Pressure Hose
 Dial capacities to 300,000 pounds

How to order:
Specify the following information
 Crane make, model, and serial number
 Boom length (distance from center line of boom
foot pin to center of line of boom point hoist
sheave pin)
 Number of parts of line supporting hook block
 Wire rope size
 Capacity of crane at boom length and parts line
specified
 Distance from boom foot pin to axis of rotation*
 Radius and capacity data as shown on
manufacturers rating card*

* Required for SB-Series systems only

SB8-Series Crane Load & Radius

Load & Radius Indicator

Load Cell

Low Presssure
Hose High Pressure Hose

Radius Sensor

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Training
Training Services
For over 80 years NOV M/D Totcos premier Training
Services teams have been providing expert
knowledge aimed at the development of industry
professionals. Now NOV M/D Totco is reinventing
training within the oil-patch by offering innovative
training solutions designed to help in getting the
most value possible from your NOV M/D Totco
solutions. Our Training Services are designed to
serve a range of professionals from rig electricians
to geologists and drilling engineers. NOV M/D
Totcos Training Services meet the needs of
companies who are concerned about a shortage in
critical skills and new knowledge retention, along
with the growing costs associated with training. Our
training offerings consist of a comprehensive series
of courses on NOV M/D Totcos services and
product lines. Our services allow you to quickly
ramp up new employees to ensure you get the most
value out of your NOV M/D Totco products. Unlike
other courses, that do not focus on knowledge
retention or motivate the student, NOV M/D Totco
has assembled a training staff of seasoned
instructors who are supported by subject matter
experts, graphics engineers and educational
specialists.
It is our goal to ensure knowledge is not only
transferred but retained and that your employees
are equipped, motivated, and committed to
maximizing their ability to meet your companys
drilling challenges.
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U.S. Locations
Headquarters
M/D Totco
1200 Cypress Creek Road
Cedar Park, Texas 78613
U.S.A.
Tel: (512) 340-5000
Fax: (512) 340-5219
mdtotco@nov.com
M/D Totco
320 Griffith Street, Suite 1
Conway, AR 72034
Tel: (432) 337-5311
Fax: (432) 332 3966
M/D Totco
7300 Downing Avenue
Bakersfield, California 93308
Tel: (661) 589-5341
Fax: (661) 589-5343
M/D Totco
1600 Broadway, Suite 2400
Denver, Colorado 80202
Tel (303) 542-1992
Fax (303) 542-1997
M/D Totco
702A Buckhorn Drive
Rifle, Colorado 81650
Tel: (970) 625-4390
Fax: (970) 625-4391
M/D Totco
1027 N. Cruse Avenue
Broussard, LA 70518
Tel: (337) 837-4725
Fax: (337) 837-4612
M/D Totco
2007 Grand Caillou Road
Houma, LA 70363
Tel: (985) 873-7737
Fax: (985) 868-9282
M/D Totco
1515 Poydras Street, Ste. 850
New Orleans, LA 70112-3785
Tel: (504) 636-3664
Fax: (504) 636-3670
M/D Totco
5100 Interstate Circle, Suite C
Shreveport, LA 71101
Tel: (318) 635-9700
Fax: (318) 635-9755
Contacts and Locations
M/D Totco
Hwy 84 East, Victory Road
Laurel, MS 39440
Tel: (337) 837-4725
Fax: (601) 649-3658
M/D Totco
P.O. Box 1377
1003 N. Grimes Street
Hobbs, NM 88241
Tel: (505) 393-7166
Fax: (505) 393-3993
M/D Totco
101 W. 22nd
PO Box 1142
Williston, ND 58801
Tel: (701) 770-0629
Fax: (701) 774-1398
M/D Totco
Elk City, OK 73644
Tel: (580) 225-8980
Fax: (580) 225-8982
M/D Totco
1216 S. George Nigh
Expressway, Ste A
McAlester, OK 74501
Tel: (918) 423-6206
Fax: (918) 429-0938
M/D Totco
919 17th Street
Yukon, OK 73099
Tel: (405) 350-7408
Fax: (405) 354-6749
M/D Totco
1088 South 2500 West
Vernal, UT 84078
Tel: (435) 790-7756
Fax: (435) 353-4162
M/D Totco
P.O. Box 1633
Rock Springs, WY 82902-1633
6451 Foothill Blvd., Bldg. B
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Tel: (307) 362-2402
Fax: (307) 362-2698
M/D Totco
2351 Energy Avenue
Alice, TX 78332
Tel: (361) 668-8288
Fax: (361) 664-2875
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M/D Totco
600 South Cedar
Borger, TX 79007
Tel: (806) 274-2501
(806) 274-2507
Fax (806) 274-2509
M/D Totco
225 N. Hill Street
Buffalo, TX 75831
Tel: (903) 322-6610
Fax: (903) 322-6612
M/D Totco
2354 Great Southwest Pkwy..
Fort Worth, TX 76106
Tel: (817) 625-8000
Fax: (817) 625-7811
M/D Totco
Sales Office
12950 W. Little York Rd., Bldg. A
Houston, TX 77041
Tel: (713) 937-5700
Fax: (713) 937-5730
M/D Totco
Service/Distribution Center
12950 W. Little York Rd., Bldg. B
Houston, TX 77041
Tel: (713) 849-5175
Fax: (713) 849-6669
M/D Totco
822 West 2nd Street
Odessa, TX 79763-4397
Tel: (432) 337-5311
Fax: (432) 332-3966
M/D Totco
1032 Mula Road
Stafford, Texas 77477
Tel: (281) 568 1336
Fax: (281) 249 5241
M/D Totco
4912 High Tech Drive
Tyler, TX 75703
Tel: (903) 534-3677
Fax: (903) 534-0845
M/D Totco
3802A E. Rio Grande
Victoria, TX 77901
Tel: (361) 572-8019
Fax: (361) 572-8677
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International Locations
M/D Totco Canada
6621 45th Street Tel: 65 6862 1169
Leduc, AB T9E 7E3
Canada
Tel: (780) 986-6063
Fax: (780) 986-5539
M/D Totco Canada
Sales
1600, 540 5th Avenue SW Tel: 971 4 811 0100
Calgary, AB T2P 0M2
Canada
Tel: (403) 264-2245
Fax: (403) 263-8488
M/D Totco Canada
Service
2935 - 19th Street NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7A2
Canada
Tel: (403) 230-0630
Fax: (403) 569-2079
M/D Totco Canada
11453 97th Avenue
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5R8
Canada
Tel: (780) 539-6280
Fax: (780) 539-6250
M/D Totco China
Suite 1603-1606
Air China Plaza
Chaoyang District
Beijing, P.R. China 100027
Tel: 86 10 8447 5109
Fax: 86 10 8447 5110
NOV M/D Totco
C/O Unit 413-416, 4th Floor
Solaris 1, C wing
Saki Vihar Road
Powai Andheri (East)
Mumbai - 400072
India
Tel: 91 400 58100 / 101
Fax: 91 400 58102
M/D Totco Russia
Ulansky Lane 5
3rd Floor
Moscow,101000
Russia
Tel: 7 495 775 25 40
Fax: 7 495 981 34 70
M/D Totco Singapore NOV M/D Totco Mexico
39 Gul Avenue Lote 4 Manzana 1
Singapore 629679 Parque Industrial DEIT
Carretera. Villahermosa-
Fax: 65 6862 1975 Cardenas
R/A Anacleto Canabal 1rs.
NOV M/D Totco Seccion
P.O. Box 61490 Codigo Postal: 86280
Plot S 50601 Villahermosa, Estada
Jebel Ali Free Zone Tabasco
Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: 52 9933 103 100
Fax: 52 9933 103 100 x 201
Fax: 971 4 811 0280
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M/D Totco Scotland AV. Amazonas 3655 y Juan
Badentoy Way Pablo Sanz
Badentoy Park Edificio Antisana 1, Piso 3
Portlethen Oficina 301
Aberdeen, AB12 4YS UK Ecuador
Tel: 44 1224 787700 Tel: 593 2 224 3212
Fax: 44 1224 784555
Russell Sub-Surface Systems
NOV M/D Totco Venezuela 2 Isbourne Way
Parcela 6 Manzana 8 Galpon Winchcombe
No.3 Cheltenham
Zona Industrial, Maturin Glos. GL54 5NS UK
Tel: 44 1242 603975
Estado Monagas 6201 Fax: 44 1242 602614
Venezuela
Tel: 58 291 651 6489
Fax: 58 291 651 6083
Av. 58 140-315 Zona Industrial
Maracaibo Estado Zulia
Venezuela
Tel: 58 261 737 9701
Fax: 58 267 737 9624
NOV M/D Totco Brazil
Rod. Amaral Peixoto,
KM 164.5 s/n
Imboassica, Macae/RJ Brasil
CEP 27925-290
Tel: 55 22 2773 0600
Fax: 55 22 2773 0606
NOV M/D Totco Argentina
Parque Industrial Lote 3
Neuquen Capital, Argentina
Tel: 54 299 441 2844
NOV M/D Totco Columbia
Carrera 9A Numero 97A-53
Piso 4 Bogota D.C, Columbia
Tel: 57 644 4510
Base
Calle 170 numero 8A-77
Bogota D.C, Columbia
Tel: 57 670 1952
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1. ACCEPTANCE
Orders or other requests, whether oral or written, for machinery or equipment
(Equipment), or the supply or sale of spare or replacement parts (Parts) or for serv-
ices (Services) to be provided by National Oilwell Varco, L.P., on behalf of itself and
its divisions and subsidiaries (Seller) to its customers (each a Buyer) are subject to
Seller written acceptance by an authorized representative of Seller and any orders so
accepted will be governed by (i) the terms and conditions stated in these Terms and
Conditions for provision of Equipment, Parts or Services (Terms and Conditions), (ii)
the written proposal submitted by Seller to Buyer (Proposal), if any, (iii) the written
order acknowledgment issued by Seller to Buyer (Acknowledgment), if any (iv) any
change orders identified as such and agreed to in writing by Seller (the Order, Terms
and Conditions, Proposal, Acknowledgment, and any such change order, and any such
additional terms as agreed to in writing by an authorized representative of Seller collec-
tively referred to herein as Agreement. Buyers submission of a purchase order (or
other similar document) shall be deemed to be an express acceptance of these Terms
and Conditions notwithstanding language in Buyers purchase order (or other similar
document) inconsistent herewith, and any inconsistent language in Buyers purchase
order (or other similar document) is hereby rejected. Buyers purchase order (or other
similar document is incorporated in this Agreement, only to the extent of specifying the
nature and description of the Equipment, Parts or Services and then only to the extent
consistent with the Proposal or Acknowledgment. In the event of any conflict between a
Proposal and an Acknowledgement, the Acknowledgment shall prevail.
2. PRICES
Prices of Equipment, Parts or Services shall be as stated in the Proposal or
Acknowledgment, or if there is no Proposal or Acknowledgment, as otherwise agreed to
in writing by Seller. All price quotations are Ex-works (INCOTERMS 2000) Seller's prem-
ises or as agreed per quote and are subject to change without notice. All sales, use,
import, excise and like taxes, whether foreign or domestic, shall be charged to and
borne by Buyer. Seller bears no responsibility for any consular fees for legalizing invoic-
es, certificates of origin, stamping bills of lading, or other charges required by the laws
of any country of destination, or any fines imposed due to incorrect declarations.
Charges will be added for factory preparation and packaging for shipment. Minimum
freight and invoice charges apply, as in effect at the time of order. If by reason of any
act of government, the cost to Seller of performing its obligations hereunder is
increased, such increase shall be added to the quoted price.
3. PAYMENT TERMS
Unless alternate payment terms are specified or approved by Seller's credit department,
all charges, including applicable packing and transportation costs, billed by Seller are
payable within Net 30 days of the date of invoice. Seller reserves the right to modify or
withdraw credit terms at any time without notice. Unless otherwise specified all pay-
ments are due in the currency specified in Seller's Proposal, Acknowledgment and/or
invoice. Interest shall be due from Buyer to Seller on over due accounts at the maxi-
mum rate allowed by law. When partial shipments are made, the goods will be invoiced
as shipped and each month's invoices will be treated as a separate account and be
payable accordingly. Payment for goods is due whether or not technical documentation
and/or any third party certifications are complete at the time of shipment. Seller shall be
entitled to recover all reasonable attorney's fees and other costs incurred in the collec-
tion of overdue accounts. Seller reserves the right where genuine doubts arise as to
Buyers financial position or if Buyer is in default of any payment, to suspend delivery
or performance of any order or any part thereof without liability or without prejudice to
and without limitation of any other remedy until Buyer cures the default and payment or
satisfactory security for payment has been provided. Seller shall have the option to
extend the delivery date by a time at least equal to the period of suspension.
4. DELIVERY
Unless otherwise specified on the face hereof, all US and international sales shall be
Ex-works Sellers premises (INCOTERMS 2000), as modified by these Terms and
Conditions. Where goods are to be supplied from stock, such supply is subject to avail-
ability of stocks at the date of delivery. Partial shipments may be made as agreed by
Buyer and Seller. Stated delivery dates are approximate only and cannot be guaranteed.
Seller shall have no liability for damages arising out of the failure to keep a projected
delivery date, irrespective of the length of the delay. In the event Buyer is unable to
accept delivery of goods when tendered, Seller may, at its option, arrange storage of
the goods and Buyer shall be liable to Seller for the reasonable cost of such storage.
This provision is without prejudice to any other rights, which Seller may have with
respect to Buyer's failure to take delivery of goods, which includes the right to invoice
Buyer for the goods. Buyer agrees that title to the goods will transfer to Buyer upon
invoicing notwithstanding Buyer's inability to accept delivery and that Buyer assumes all
risk of loss or damage to the goods from the date title passes to Buyer.
5. FORCE MAJEURE
If either party is unable by reason of Force Majeure to carry out any of its obligations
under this Agreement, other than obligations to pay money, then on such party giving
notice and particulars in writing to the other party within a reasonable time after the
occurrence of the cause relied upon, such obligations shall be suspended. Force
Majeure shall include acts of God, laws and regulations, government action, war, civil
disturbances, strikes and labor problems, delays of vendors, carriers, lightening, fire,
flood, washout, storm, breakage or accident to equipment or machinery, shortage of
raw materials, and any other causes that are not reasonably within the control of the
party so affected. Seller shall be paid its applicable standby rate, if any, during any such
Force Majeure event.
6. CANCELLATION
Orders placed by Buyer and accepted by Seller may be canceled only with the consent
of Seller and will subject Buyer to cancellation charges. All of Sellers documents,
drawings and like information shall be returned to Seller upon Buyers request for can-
cellation. No orders may be canceled subsequent to shipment. As estimated actual
damages, Buyer agrees to pay Seller the greater of Seller's actual costs incurred prior to
cancellation plus a reasonable profit, or the following minimum cancellation charges:
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a) 20% of order value if canceled 30 or more days prior to the original shipment date;
b) 50% of the order value if canceled thereafter; or
c) 100% of the value of any non-standard items, which are items not built for stock or
built to customer specifications.
Buyer shall verify the amount of the cancellation charges prior to canceling an order.
7. TITLE AND RISK OF LOSS
Ownership and risk of loss pass to Buyer upon the earlier of (i) Seller's delivery of the
goods to the carrier, or (ii) invoicing by Seller for the goods where Buyer is unable to
accept delivery on the scheduled date. Seller retains a security interest in the goods
until the purchase price has been paid, and Buyer agrees to perform upon request all
acts required to secure Seller's interest. Seller accepts no responsibility for any damage,
shortage or loss in transit. Seller will attempt to pack or prepare all shipments so that
they will not break, rust or deteriorate in shipment, but does not guarantee against such
damage. Claims for any damage, shortage or loss in transit must be made by Buyer on
the carrier.
8. LIMITED WARRANTY
New Equipment/Parts. In the case of the purchase of new Equipment/Parts and solely
for the benefit of the original user, Seller warrants, for a period of 18 months from ship-
ment or 12 months from installation, whichever is earlier, that Equipment of its own
manufacture shall conform to the material and technical specifications set forth in the
relevant scope of work document or purchase order as agreed to in writing by Seller
and Buyer. If the Equipment fails to conform with such specifications upon inspection
by Seller, Seller at its option and as Buyers sole remedy, will either repair or replace
such defective Equipment with the type originally furnished.
Remanufactured to As New Equipment. Seller warrants to Buyer, that for a period of
twelve months from the date of shipment to Buyer or installation of part(s), whichever
is earliest, that reconditioned to as new machinery or equipment will be free from
defects in material and workmanship.
Overhauled Equipment. Seller warrants that for a period of four (4) months from the
date of shipment or three (3) months from installation, whichever is earliest, that over-
hauled equipment will be free from defects in workmanship. This warranty expressly
assumes that parts normally considered consumables (including, but not limited to rub-
ber goods, seals (rubber, polymer and/or metallic) and/or bearings, are replaced during
overhaul. If Buyer requests that such parts not be replaced, Seller hereby disclaims any
warranty for said Equipment or Parts.
Service. Seller warrants that the Services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement
shall conform to the material aspects of the specifications set forth in the relevant
scope of work document as agreed to in writing by Seller and Buyer. Seller shall re-
perform that part of the non-conforming Services, provided Seller is notified by Buyer
prior to Sellers departure from the worksite.
Sellers warranty obligations hereunder shall not apply if the non-conformity was
caused by a) Buyers failure to properly store or maintain the Equipment or Parts; b)
unauthorized modifications, repair or service of the Equipment or Parts by Buyer; c)
utilization of replacement parts not manufactured by Seller; or d) use or handling of the
Equipment or Parts by Buyer in a manner inconsistent with Sellers recommendations.
Further Sellers warranty obligations under this Article 8 shall terminate if a) Buyer fails
to perform its obligations under this or any other Agreement between the parties, or b)
if Buyer fails to pay any charges due Seller. Any third party warranties provided on
Equipment or Parts not manufactured by Seller are assigned to Buyer, without recourse,
at the time of delivery, provided such warranties are assignable.
THIS ARTICLE 8 SETS FORTH BUYERS SOLE REMEDY AND SELLERs ONLY OBLIGA-
TION WITH REGARD TO NON-CONFORMING EQUIPMENT, PARTS OR SERVICES.
EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF
THIS ARTICLE 8, SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF
ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SELLER DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
9. CHANGES
Seller expressly reserves the right to change, discontinue or modify the design and
manufacture of its products without obligation to furnish, retrofit or install goods previ-
ously or subsequently sold.
10. RETURN OF MAKE TO STOCK GOODS
Upon Sellers written approval, unused incorrectly shipped or Made to Stock goods
ordered incorrectly, in new condition and of current manufacture and catalog specifica-
tions may be returned by Buyer for credit (subject to a restocking fee), provided written
request is received within one year after the purchase date. Non-standard goods are not
returnable for credit. Requests for return of goods must show original purchase order
number, invoice number, description of material, and date of purchase. Return of goods
does not relieve Buyer of the obligation to make payment against Sellers invoice, and
any credit or refund allowed will be issued following Sellers receipt of the goods. The
credit allowed on returned goods, if any, is a merchandise credit and is applicable only
against future purchases of Seller goods. The credit given will be solely in Seller's dis-
cretion and may be based on the original or a subsequently adjusted price; a charge will
be made to clean-up, refinish and restock. No rubber or electronic products or compo-
nents may be returned for credit after six months from date of shipment.
11. LIABILITIES, RELEASES AND INDEMNIFICATION
For purpose of this Article11, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) Seller Group shall mean (i) Seller, its parent, subsidiary or related companies, (ii)
its and their working interest owners, co-lessees, co-owners, partners, joint venturers,
if any, and their respective parents, subsidiary or related companies and (iii) the offi-
cers, directors, employees, consultants, agents and invitees of all of the foregoing.
(2) Buyer Group shall mean (i) Buyer, its parent, subsidiary or related companies, (ii)
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its and their working interest owners, co-lessees, co-owners, partners, joint venturers,
if any, and their respective parents, subsidiary or related companies and (iii) the offi-
cers, directors, employees, consultants, agents and invitees of all of the foregoing.
(3) Claims shall mean all claims, demands, causes of action, liabilities, damages,
judgments, fines, penalties, awards, losses, costs, expenses (including, without limita-
tion, attorneys fees and costs of litigation) of any kind or character arising out of, or
related to, the performance of or subject matter of this Agreement (including, without
limitation, property loss or damage, personal or bodily injury, sickness, disease or
death, loss of services and/or wages, or loss of consortium or society).
a. Seller shall release, indemnify, defend and hold Buyer Group harmless from and
against any and all Claims in respect of personal or bodily injury to, sickness, disease
or death of any member of Seller Group or Seller Groups subcontractors or their
employees, agents or invitees, and all Claims in respect of damage to or loss or
destruction of property owned, leased, rented or hired by any member of Seller Group
or Seller Groups subcontractors or their employees, agents or invitees.
b. Buyer shall release, indemnify, defend and hold Seller Group harmless from and
against any and all Claims in respect of personal or bodily injury to, sickness, disease
or death of any member of Buyer Group or Buyer Groups other contractors or their
employees, agents or invitees, and all Claims in respect of damage to or loss or
destruction of property owned, leased, rented or hired by any member of Buyer Group
or Buyer Groups other contractors or their employees, agents or invitees.
c. In the event this Agreement is subject to the indemnity limitations in Chapter 127 of
the Texas Civil Practices and Remedies Code (or any successor statute), and so long as
such limitations are in force, each party covenants and agrees to support the mutual
indemnity obligations contained in Paragraphs a and b above, by carrying equal
amounts of insurance (or qualified self insurance) in an amount not less than U.S.
$1,000,000.00.
d. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, in all instances
where Seller is providing Services at a wellsite, Buyer, to the maximum extent permitted
under applicable law, shall release, indemnify, defend and hold Seller Group and Seller
Group subcontractors harmless from and against any and all Claims asserted by or in
favor of any person or party, including Seller Group, Buyer Group or any other person
or party, resulting from: (i) loss of or damage to any well or hole (including but not lim-
ited to the costs of re-drill), (ii) blowout, fire, explosion, cratering or any uncontrolled
well condition (including but not limited to the costs to control a wild well and the
removal of debris), (iii) damage to any reservoir, geological formation or underground
strata or the loss of oil, water or gas therefrom, (iv) pollution or contamination of any
kind (other than surface spillage of fuels, lubricants, rig sewage or garbage, to the
extent attributable to the negligence of Seller Group, including but not limited to the
cost of control, removal and clean-up, or (v) damage to, or escape of any substance
from, any pipeline, vessel or storage facility.
e. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, neither party
shall be liable to the other and each party releases the other for any indirect, special,
punitive, exemplary or consequential damages or losses (whether foreseeable at the
date of this Agreement, including without limitation, damages for lost production, lost
revenue, lost product, lost profit, lost business or business opportunities.
f. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Agreement to the contrary, Sellers total
liability for all claims, damages, causes of action, demands, judgments, fines, penalties,
awards, losses, costs and expenses (including attorneys fees and cost of litigation)
shall be limited to and shall not exceed the value of the Products or Services purchased
g. THE EXCLUSIONS OF LIABILITY, RELEASES AND INDEMNITIES SET FORTH IN PARA-
GRAPHS A. THROUGH F. OF THIS ARTICLE 11 SHALL APPLY TO ANY CLAIM(S),
LOSSES OR DAMAGES WITHOUT REGARD TO THE CAUSE(S) THEREOF, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS, WHETHER SUCH CONDITIONS BE
PATENT OR LATENT, THE UNSEAWORTHINESS OF ANY VESSEL OR VESSELS, IMPER-
FECTION OF MATERIAL, DEFECT OR FAILURE OF PRODUCTS OR EQUIPMENT, BREACH
OF REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY (EXPRESS OR IMPLIED), ULTRAHAZARDOUS
ACTIVITY, STRICT LIABILITY, TORT, BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF DUTY
(STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE), BREACH OF ANY SAFETY REQUIREMENT OR REGULA-
TION, OR THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER LEGAL FAULT OR RESPONSIBILITY OF ANY
PERSON (INCLUDING THE INDEMNIFIED OR RELEASED PARTY), WHETHER SUCH
NEGLIGENCE BE SOLE, JOINT OR CONCURRENT, ACTIVE OR PASSIVE.
h. Redress under the indemnity provisions set forth in this Article 11 shall be the exclu-
sive remedy(ies) available to the parties hereto for the matters, claims, damages and
losses covered by such provisions.
12. INSURANCE
Upon written request, each party shall furnish to the other party certificates of insur-
ance evidencing the fact that the adequate insurance to support each partys obliga-
tions hereunder has been secured. To the extent of each partys release and indemnity
obligations expressly assumed by each party hereunder, each party agrees that all such
insurance policies shall a) be primary to the other partys insurance; b) include the
other party, its parent, subsidiary and affiliated or related companies, and its and their
respective officers, directors, employees, consultants and agents as additional insured;
and c) be endorsed to waive subrogation against the other party, its parent subsidiary
and affiliated or related companies, and its and their respective officers, directors,
employees, consultants and agents.
13. GOVERNING LAW
A. Except for Equipment, Parts or Services provided, or to be provided, by Seller in
North or South America (the Americas), this Agreement shall be governed by and
interpreted in accordance with English law, excluding conflicts and choice of law princi-
ples.
B. For Equipment, Parts or Services provided, or to be provided, by Seller in the
Americas, this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the
substantive laws of Texas, excluding conflicts and choice of law principles.
Seller retains the right to arbitrate and any all disputes that may arise in connection with
the sale of its Equipment, Product or Services.
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14.OWNERSHIP AND PATENT INDEMNITY.
All software used in connection with the Equipment, Parts or Services, either purchased
or rented from Seller, is copyrighted and owned by Seller and licensed to Buyer. Seller
warrants that the use or sale of Equipment or Parts hereunder will not infringe patents
of others by reason of the use or sale of such Equipment or Parts per se, and hereby
agrees to hold Buyer harmless against judgment for damages for infringement of any
such patent, provided that Buyer shall promptly notify Seller in writing upon receipt of
any claim for infringement, or upon the filing of any such suit for infringement, whichev-
er first occurs, and shall afford Seller full opportunity, at Sellers option and expense, to
answer such claim or threat of suit, assume the control of the defense of such suit, and
settle or compromise same in any way Seller sees fit. Seller does not warrant that such
Equipment or Parts: (a) will not infringe any such patent when not of Seller's manufac-
ture, or specially made, in whole or in part, to the Buyers design specifications; or (b)
if used or sold in combination with other materials or apparatus or used in the practice
of processes, will not, as a result of such combination or use, infringe any such patent,
and Seller shall not be liable and does not indemnify Buyer for damages or losses of
any nature whatsoever resulting from actual or alleged patent infringement arising pur-
suant to (a) and (b) above. THIS PARAGRAPH STATES THE ENTIRE RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER CONCERNING PATENT INFRINGEMENT.
15. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
By acceptance of delivery of this order, Buyer warrants it has complied with all applica-
ble governmental, statutory and regulatory requirements and will furnish Seller with
such documents as may be required. Seller warrants and certifies that in the perform-
ance of this contract, it will comply with all applicable statutes, rules, regulations and
orders of the United States and of any state or political subdivision thereof, including
laws and regulations pertaining to labor, wages, hours and other conditions of employ-
ment, applicable price ceilings if any, and that the articles delivered hereunder shall be
produced in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Equal Employment
Opportunity provisions of pertinent Executive Orders and the regulations adopted there-
under. Seller will not provide any certification or other documentation nor agree to any
contract provision or otherwise act in any manner which may cause Seller to be in vio-
lation of United States law, including but not limited to the Export Administration Act of
1979 and regulations issued pursuant thereto. All orders shall be conditional upon
granting of Export Licenses or Import Permits which may be required. Buyer shall
obtain at its own risk any required Export License and Import Permits and Buyer shall
remain liable to accept and pay for material if licenses are not granted or are revoked.
16. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
Each party recognizes and acknowledges that it shall maintain all data, information,
disclosures, documents, drawings, specifications, patterns, calculations, technical
information and other documents (collectively, "Confidential Information") obtained from
the other party in strict confidence subject only to disclosure required by law or legal
process. In the event that Seller owns copyrights to patents to, or has filed patent appli-
cations on, any technology related to the Equipment, Services or Parts furnished by
Seller hereunder, and if Seller makes any improvements on such technology, then such
improvements shall not fall within the confidentiality obligations included herein, and
Seller shall own all such improvements, including drawings, specifications, patterns,
calculations, technical information and other documents. However, nothing hereinabove
contained shall deprive the Receiving Party of the right to use or disclose any informa-
tion: a) which is, at the time of disclosure, known to the trade or public; or b) which
becomes at a later date known to the trade or the public through no fault of the
Receiving Party and then only after said later date; or c) which is possessed by the
Receiving Party, as evidenced by the Receiving Partys written records, before receipt
thereof from the Disclosing Party; or d) which is disclosed to the Receiving Party in
good faith by a third party who has an independent right to such information; e) which
is developed by the Receiving Party as evidenced by documentation, independently of
the Confidential Information, or (f) which is required to be disclosed by the Receiving
Party pursuant to an order of a court of competent jurisdiction or other governmental
agency having the power to order such disclosure, provided that the Receiving Party
uses its best efforts to provide timely notice to the Disclosing party of such order to
permit the Disclosing Party an opportunity to contest such order.
17. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
It is expressly understood that Seller is an independent contractor, and that neither
Seller nor its principle, partners, employees or subcontractors are servants, agents or
employees of Buyer. In all cases where Sellers employees (defined to include Sellers
and its subcontractors, direct, borrowed, special, or statutory employees) are covered
by the Louisiana Workers Compensation Act. La. R.S. 23:102 et seg., Seller and Buyer
agree that all Products and Services provided by Seller and Sellers employees pursuant
to this Agreement are an integral part of and are essential to the ability of Seller to gen-
erate Sellers goods, products, and services for the purpose of La. R.S. 23:106(A) (1).
Furthermore, Seller and Buyer agree that Buyer is the statutory employer of all of
Sellers employees for the purpose of La. R.S. 23:1061(A) (3)
18. GENERAL
Failure of Buyer or Seller to enforce any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement
shall not prevent a subsequent enforcement of such terms and conditions or be deemed
a waiver of any subsequent breach. Should any provisions of this Agreement, or por-
tion thereof, be unenforceable or in conflict with governing country, state, province, or
local laws, then the validity of the remaining provisions, and portions thereof, shall not
be affected by such unenforceability or conflict, and this Agreement shall be construed
as if such provision supersedes all prior oral or written agreements or representations.
Buyer acknowledges that it hast not relied on any representations other than those con-
tained in this Agreement. This Agreement shall not be varied, supplemented, qualified,
or interpreted by any prior course of dealing between the parties or by any usage of
trade and may only be amended by an agreement executed by an authorized represen-
tative of each party.