Abstract: A motor driven serpentine chain circulating device for spinning drill pipe into engagement for final tightening by other devices. Jaws are closed and locked to position chain for embracing pipe before the chain tension is applied. Chain tension does not depend upon exact positioning of the jaw closure. Optional sequencing system speeds operation.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 20, 1984
Date of Patent:
April 23, 1985
Assignee:
Tommie Rogers
Inventors:
Stephen R. Callegari, Sr., Tommie L. Rogers