Casing Bandsaws
The Claxton Casing Bandsaw quickly cuts through single or multiple casing strings and is a versatile solution for many severance applications.
Our Bandsaws provide a versatile solution to many tubular severance applications. The captivation system ensures correct orientation of the blade and, where required, the system enables use on concrete coated pipelines.
Features:
- Standard subsea unit can be operated in water depths up to 600’ and can be fitted with visual monitoring system
- Extensive selection of bandsaw blades ensure maximum efficiency on all tubular types
- Rapid cut speed reduces rig time and associated costs
- Small footprint & fully containerised control system lessens deck space required for recovered casings
- Can accommodate tubulars up to 60” OD, facilitating diverse severance opportunities
- Innovative wedging system prevents bandsaw blade jamming
- Blade severance feature minimises bandsaw down-time
- Horizontal or vertical bandsaw orientation facilitates application adaptability
- Rapier bandsaw’s cold work technique reduces safety hazards allowing severance in most sites: it is certified for Zone II applications
- Hydraulically powered for robust power and compactness
- Cost effective alternative to diamond wire